1. Cookie Usage Policy

This policy refers to the cookies and web pages operated by COMFORTEX ENERGY SRL, headquartered in STR. BUCURESTI, NR. 60, FRUMUSANI, CALARASI.

2. What are Cookies?

A cookie is a small file consisting of letters and numbers that will be stored on the computer, mobile terminal, or other devices of a user accessing the internet. The cookie is installed by a web server's request to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is entirely “passive” (it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware, and it cannot access information on the user’s hard drive).

3. What are Cookies used for?

These files enable the recognition of the user's device and the display of content in a relevant manner, adapted to the user's preferences. Cookies ensure a pleasant browsing experience for users and support COMFORTEX ENERGY’s efforts to offer comfortable services to users, such as: online privacy preferences, shopping carts, or relevant advertising. They are also used in the preparation of anonymous aggregated statistics that help us understand how users benefit from our web pages, allowing us to improve their structure and content, without personally identifying the user.

4. What Cookies do we use?

We use two types of Cookies: session and persistent. The former are temporary files that remain on the user’s device until the session ends or the browser is closed. Persistent cookies remain on the user’s device for a period defined by the cookie’s parameters or until they are manually deleted by the user.

5. How are cookies used on this site?

A visit to this site may place cookies for the following purposes:

Site performance cookies

Visitor analysis cookies

Geo-targeting cookies

Registration cookies

Advertising cookies

Third-party advertising cookies

6. Do cookies contain personal data?

Cookies themselves do not require personal information to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify internet users. The personal data collected through the use of cookies may only be collected to facilitate certain functionalities for the user. Such data is encrypted in a way that prevents unauthorized persons from accessing it.

7. Deleting Cookies

In general, an application used to access web pages allows cookies to be saved on the terminal by default. These settings can be changed so that the automatic management of cookies is blocked by the web browser, or the user is informed each time cookies are sent to their terminal. Detailed information on the possibilities and ways of managing cookies can be found in the browser's settings area. Limiting the use of cookies may affect certain functionalities of the web page.

8. Why are cookies important for the Internet?

Cookies are the central element of the efficient functioning of the Internet, helping to generate a friendly browsing experience adapted to each user’s preferences and interests. Refusing or disabling cookies can make some websites impossible to use.

Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean you will no longer receive online advertising – it just means that it will no longer be tailored to your preferences and interests, as indicated by your browsing behavior.

Examples of important uses of cookies (which do not require a user to log in through an account):

Content and services tailored to the user’s preferences – categories of products and services.

Offers tailored to users' interests – remembering passwords.

Retaining child protection filters for Internet content (family mode options, safe search functions).

Limiting the frequency of ads – limiting the number of times an ad is shown to a specific user on a website.

Providing more relevant advertising to the user.

Measuring, optimizing, and analytics features – such as confirming a certain level of traffic on a website, what type of content is viewed, and how a user reaches a website (e.g., via search engines, directly, from other websites, etc.). Websites perform these usage analyses to improve their functionality for the benefit of users.

9. Security and privacy concerns

Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not composed of code segments so they cannot be executed nor can they self-run. Consequently, they cannot duplicate or replicate on other networks to run or replicate again. Since they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.

However, cookies can be used for negative purposes. Because they store information about users' preferences and browsing history, both on a particular site and across multiple other sites, cookies can be used as a form of Spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this and constantly mark cookies for deletion during virus/anti-spyware scanning procedures.

Browsers generally have built-in privacy settings that provide different levels of cookie acceptance, validity period, and automatic deletion after a user has visited a particular site.

Other security issues related to cookies:

Because identity protection is very valuable and is the right of every internet user, it is advisable to know what potential issues cookies can create. As they constantly transmit information in both directions between the browser and the website, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes in the transmission of data, the information contained in the cookie can be intercepted.

Although very rare, this can happen if the browser connects to the server using an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured WiFi network).

Other cookie-based attacks involve incorrect cookie settings on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information through unsecure channels. Attackers then use this information to gain unauthorized access to certain websites. It is very important to be careful in choosing the most appropriate method of protecting personal information.

Tips for safe and responsible browsing based on cookies.

Due to their flexibility and the fact that the majority of the most visited and largest websites use cookies, they are almost inevitable. Disabling cookies will not allow users to access the most common and widely used sites, including YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.

Here are some tips that can ensure you browse worry-free with the help of cookies:

Customize your browser’s cookie settings to reflect a level of comfort for you regarding the security of cookie usage.

If you don’t mind cookies and are the only person using the computer, you can set long expiration periods for storing your browsing history and personal access data.

If you share access to the computer, you can consider setting the browser to delete individual browsing data each time you close the browser. This is a way to access sites that place cookies and delete any visit information at the end of the browsing session.

Install and constantly update anti-spyware applications.

Many of the spyware detection and prevention applications include site attack detection. Thus, they prevent the browser from accessing websites that could exploit browser vulnerabilities or download dangerous software.

Make sure your browser is always up to date.

Many of the cookie-based attacks are carried out by exploiting weaknesses in older browser versions.

Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the best and largest websites on the Internet – local or international. With a clear understanding of how they operate and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures to confidently navigate the internet.

Disabling and refusing to receive cookies can make certain websites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Also, refusing to accept cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive or see online advertising.

It is possible to set the browser so that these cookies are no longer accepted, or you can set the browser to accept cookies from a specific site. However, for example, if you are not registered using cookies, you will not be able to leave comments.

All modern browsers offer the ability to change cookie settings. These settings are usually found in the “options” or “preferences” menu of your browser.

To understand these settings, the following links may be helpful, or you can use the browser's “help” option for more details.

Cookie settings in Internet Explorer

Cookie settings in Firefox

Cookie settings in Chrome

Cookie settings in Safari

For third-party cookie settings, you can also consult the site:

http://www.youronlinechoices.com/

10. Useful Links

If you want to learn more about cookies and what they are used for, we recommend the following links:

Microsoft Cookies guide

All About Cookies

http://www.youronlinechoices.com/