Cookies & Beacons
How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
Cookie Policy
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are files that are downloaded to the user's device when accessing certain web pages. They allow a website to store and retrieve information about a user's browsing or their device and, depending on the information they contain and the way the device is used, they may be used to recognize the user.
Cookies can serve different purposes, including:
- Enabling the technical operation of the website
- Remembering user preferences
- Analyzing browsing behavior
- Facilitating interaction with third-party services
Cookies do not usually store sensitive information directly, but they may be linked to an identifiable user.
2. Types of cookies used on this website
This website uses the following categories of cookies:
a) Technical or necessary cookies
These are essential for the operation of the website and do not require user consent. They allow:
- Navigation through the website
- Access to secure areas
- User session management
- Protection against attacks or fraudulent use
- Correct display of content
Without these cookies, the website cannot function correctly.
b) Analytics or measurement cookies
These cookies enable us to quantify the number of users and perform statistical measurement and analysis of website usage. In particular, they allow:
- Analyzing user navigation
- Measuring website performance
- Detecting technical issues
- Optimizing structure and content
The information collected is aggregated and, in principle, does not directly identify the user. Common example: tools such as Google Analytics or equivalent platforms.
c) Third-party cookies
This website may use third-party services that, on behalf of Dentalex, collect information for statistical, technical, or functional purposes. These cookies:
- Are managed by external entities
- May combine data with other services from the provider
- Are governed by their own privacy policies
Typical examples: analytics tools, security services, plugins, or technical integrations.
d) Preference cookies
These allow the website to remember information so that the user can access the service with certain personalized features, such as:
- Language
- Region
- Consent configuration
3. Specific cookies used
Below is a representative table of the cookies used on this website:
| Cookie | Type | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Distinguish users for analysis | |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Session identification | |
| cookieyes-consent / complianz | Technical | Own | 1 year | Store cookie preferences |
| wordpress_logged_in | Technical | Own | Session | User management |
| wordpress_sec | Technical | Own | Session | Security |
Note: this table may be updated depending on the services used at any given time.
4. Legal basis for the use of cookies
The use of cookies on this website is based on:
- Technical cookies: legitimate interest, as they are necessary for the operation of the site
- Analytics and third-party cookies: user consent, granted through the configuration banner
The user may accept, reject, or configure the use of cookies at any time.
5. Consent management
When accessing the website for the first time, the user has access to a cookie management system that allows them to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-necessary cookies
- Configure usage by category
Consent:
- Is requested prior to the installation of non-necessary cookies
- May be withdrawn at any time
- Is recorded for regulatory compliance purposes
The user may modify their settings through the cookie panel available on the website.
6. International data transfers
The use of third-party cookies may involve the transfer of data outside the European Economic Area, especially in the case of international technology providers.
In these cases, Dentalex ensures that such transfers are carried out with:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Or equivalent mechanisms that ensure an adequate level of protection
7. Managing cookies from your browser
The user may allow, block, or delete cookies installed on their device through their browser settings.
Below are links to the cookie settings of the most common browsers:
Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
8. Relationship with the Privacy Policy
The use of cookies may involve the processing of personal data. For more information on how we process personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
9. Policy updates
This Cookie Policy may be updated due to technical, legislative, or service-related changes. Users are encouraged to review it periodically.