Sergi Rufi Cano informs users about the use of cookies on his website:
https://drsergirufi.com/

What are cookies?

Cookies are files that may be downloaded to your device when you access certain websites. They are tools that play an essential role in the provision of numerous information society services. Among other things, they allow a website to store and retrieve information about a user’s browsing habits or their device and, depending on the information obtained, may be used to recognise the user and improve the service provided.

Types of cookies

Depending on the entity managing the domain from which the cookies are sent and processing the data obtained, two types can be distinguished:

First-party cookies

These are cookies sent to the user’s device from a device or domain managed by the website publisher and from which the service requested by the user is provided.

Third-party cookies

These are cookies sent to the user’s device from a device or domain that is not managed by the publisher, but by another entity that processes the data obtained through the cookies.

If cookies are installed from a device or domain managed by the publisher but the information collected through them is managed by a third party, they cannot be considered first-party cookies.

A second classification exists according to the length of time cookies remain stored in the user’s browser:

Session cookies

Designed to collect and store data while the user accesses a website. They are generally used to store information that is only relevant for providing the service requested by the user on a single occasion (e.g. a list of purchased products).

Persistent cookies

The data remain stored on the device and may be accessed and processed for a period defined by the party responsible for the cookie, which may range from a few minutes to several years.

There is also another classification according to the purpose for which the data obtained are processed:

Technical cookies

These allow the user to browse through a website, platform or application and use the different options or services available, such as controlling traffic and data communication, identifying the session, accessing restricted areas, remembering items in an order, processing purchases, registering for events, using security features during browsing, storing content for video or audio broadcasting, or sharing content via social networks.

Personalisation cookies

These allow the user to access the service with certain predefined general characteristics based on criteria such as language, browser type, or regional settings.

Analytics cookies

These allow the party responsible for them to monitor and analyse user behaviour on the websites to which they are linked. The information collected is used to measure website activity and to create user browsing profiles in order to introduce improvements based on analysis of usage data.

Advertising cookies

These allow for the effective management of advertising spaces.

Behavioural advertising cookies

These store information about users’ behaviour obtained through continuous observation of their browsing habits, enabling a specific profile to be developed in order to display advertising based on that profile.

External social media cookies

These are used to enable visitors to interact with content from social media platforms (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.). The conditions governing the use of these cookies and the information collected are regulated by the privacy policy of the respective social media platform.

Disabling and deleting cookies

You have the option to allow, block or delete cookies installed on your device by configuring the settings of the browser installed on your device. If you disable cookies, some of the available services may no longer function properly.

The method for disabling cookies varies depending on the browser but can usually be done from the Tools or Options menu. You may also consult the browser’s Help menu for instructions. Users may at any time choose which cookies they wish to operate on this website.

You can manage your browser settings via:

• Chrome

• Mozilla Firefox

• Microsoft Edge

• Safari

• Opera

You may also manage cookies through tools such as:

• Ghostery

• Your Online Choices

Cookies used on https://drsergirufi.com

Below is a list of the cookies currently used on this website, together with their type and purpose.

First-party cookies

PHP Session ID (PHPSESSID)
Used to store user data across pages for functional purposes (stored as a session). Retention period: duration of the session.

WPML (wpml_browser_redirect_test, _icl_current_language, etc.)
Used to provide different language versions and detect the user’s language. Retention period: 1 year.

WordPress (wordpress, wordpress_sec_)
Used for the proper functioning of the content management system and session storage. Retention period: session duration.

Complianz (cmplz_…)
Stores user preferences regarding the cookie banner. Retention period: 1 year.

DNT (dont_track_me)
Checks whether the browser’s “Do Not Track” setting should be respected. Retention period: session duration.

WP Do Not Track
Prevents plugins and themes from adding third-party tracking code. Retention period: 365 days.

WooCommerce (wc_cart_hash_…, etc.)
Ensures proper functioning of the online shop and session variables. Retention period: up to 2 days.

Jetpack (tk_tc, tk_qs, etc.)
Supports website functionality and performance. Retention period: 1 year.

Third-party cookies

The website uses third-party services including Google services (Google Fonts, Google Maps, Google Analytics), YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Stripe, PayPal and Mailchimp.

These services may install cookies for purposes such as:

• Displaying fonts

• Embedded video playback

• Analytics and website usage statistics

• Advertising and remarketing

• Fraud prevention in online payments

• Newsletter subscription tracking

Retention periods vary depending on the service and may range from session duration to up to two years.

Further information can be found in the respective privacy policies of each provider.

Acceptance of the Cookie Policy

The website https://drsergirufi.com displays information about its Cookie Policy via a banner at the bottom of each page upon access, enabling users to choose whether to accept third-party cookies or only the cookies strictly necessary for the website to function.

When the banner appears, you may:

ACCEPT all cookies

This allows both first-party and third-party cookies to be installed.

ACCEPT only first-party cookies

This allows only strictly necessary internal cookies required for website functionality.

Change Cookie Settings

After making your selection, the banner will be minimised (on desktop devices). By hovering over the minimised cookie bar located in the lower-left corner of any page, a button labelled “Change cookie settings” will appear, allowing you to reopen the settings panel and modify your preferences at any time.