COOKIES POLICY

COOKIES POLICY

In order to ensure the proper and effective functioning of this website and to improve your navigation on it, CERTH collects user identification data by using cookies.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files with information, which are stored by the server of our website on your terminal device (computer, mobile phone, etc.) while navigating it. The website shall retrieve this information on each visit in order to provide relevant services and function more effectively.

When is the use of Cookies lawful?

The storage of information or acquisition of access to stored information in your terminal equipment is only permitted if you have given your consent upon clear and extensive information (article 4 (5) of Greek Law 3471/2006). An exception to the obligation to obtain consent shall be the case where cookies are technically necessary to make the connection to the website or to provide the Internet service.

Which categories of cookies are collected and for what purpose?

  • Necessary/Functional Cookies: Cookies in this category are necessary for the proper and effective functioning of our website. They store information that allows your navigation and use of the website’s functions, as well as the maintenance of your preferences regarding the use of optional cookies. The use of mandatory cookies does not require your consent, since without them we cannot offer an effective functioning of our website.

  • Preference Cookies: Cookies in this category are used to store your selections and settings on our website, such as language, appearance or other preferences that improve your experience. These cookies are not necessary for the basic operation of the website and your consent is required for their placement. By using them, we can tailor the website to your preferences, providing a better user experience.

  • Statistical Analysis Cookies: Cookies in this category are used to collect anonymous information about how visitors interact with the website. The purpose of these cookies is the statistical evaluation of traffic and website performance, in order to improve its functionality, content, and the overall user experience. The installation and operation of these cookies takes place only after your consent.

Detailed Table of Cookies

Cookie Name

Cookie Category

Provider

Retention Period

Περίοδος Διατήρησης

n3t_cc

Necessary/functional

CERTH

This cookie stores the user’s cookie consent information.

395 days

532e25746bf4e7eaba862f1110ca3d96

Necessary/functional

CERTH

This cookie stores the user’s session ID.

Session

joomla_user_state

Necessary/functional

CERTH

This cookie stores information on whether the current user is logged in or not.

Session

9a8aea85637350e5ef3367fc761bfb5f

Technically necessary

CERTH

This is a technical cookie required for the proper logout function.

Session

^joomla_remember_me_

Optional

CERTH

This cookie stores the information required for the “Remember me” function.

60 days

^_ga_

Optional

Google Analytics

This cookie collects statistical data regarding the use of the website, such as the number of visitors, duration of the visit, and pages viewed, in order to improve performance and user experience.

2 years

_ga

Optional

Google Analytics

This cookie is used to distinguish unique users by assigning a randomly generated identifier. It enables the collection of statistical data on visitor behaviour, contributing to website optimisation.

2 years

How do you disable cookies?

You can easily disable cookies using your browser. More details can be found here: aboutcookies.org. You can choose to disable cookies or to receive a notification each time a new cookie is sent to your computer. Please note that you can use the website seamlessly without the use of cookies, but you may not be able to access certain areas or features of our site.

Change of this Cookies Policy

The current policy is likely to change, fully or partially, at our sole discretion. For this reason, you should visit this website on a regular basis. Any change will be in force as soon as the modified Policy is posted on this website. For this reason, you should visit this website on a regular basis. By navigating and using CERTH’s website, visitors/users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and unconditionally accepted this Cookies Privacy.

Contact

For any question that may arise regarding this policy, you may contact the CERTH’s Data Protection Officer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .