Cookies Policy
At Registry .cy (“we”), we respect your privacy and are committed to ensuring transparency regarding the use of cookies and similar technologies on our website.
This Cookies Policy explains:
✔ What cookies are and how they are used.
✔ Why we use them and how long they last.
✔ How you can manage your cookie preferences.
✔ Your rights regarding cookies.
For more information on how we process and store your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, or tablet) when you visit a website.
They serve various purposes, including:
✔ Ensuring the proper functioning of the website.
✔ Enhancing user experience (e.g., remembering language preferences).
✔ Analyzing website traffic and improving performance.
✔ Providing personalized advertisements and content.
In addition to cookies, we use similar technologies such as web beacons, GIFs, page tags, and web bugs, which collect data like IP address, visit time, device type, and location.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Cookies are classified into two main categories:
2.1. First-party & Third-party Cookies
First-party Cookies: Set directly by us when you visit our website.
Third-party Cookies: Set by external service providers (e.g., Google, Facebook) for advertising and analytics purposes. We do not have control over these cookies.
2.2. Categories of Cookies
Depending on their purpose, cookies are categorized as follows:
1. Essential Cookies:
✔ Ensure the website functions properly.
✔ Enable basic features like navigation and access to secure areas.
✔ Do not require user consent.
2. Functionality (Preference) Cookies:
✔ Store user preferences such as language and location.
✔ Improve browsing experience by remembering past choices.
3. Performance (Analytics) Cookies:
✔ Collect anonymous statistics about website usage.
✔ Help us understand how users interact with the website.
4. Marketing (Advertising) Cookies:
✔ Used for targeted ads and personalized content.
✔ Track user preferences across websites to enhance ad relevance.
3. What Cookies Do We Use?
You can view the full list of cookies used on our website, including purpose, type, and duration, through the cookie management panel that appears upon your first visit.
By clicking the “Cookie Settings” button, you can see details and adjust your preferences.
4. Duration of Cookie Storage
Cookies differ in terms of their storage duration:
Session Cookies:
✔ Temporary cookies that are deleted once you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies:
✔ Remain on your device for a predefined period (minutes, days, or years).
Each cookie’s storage duration is specified in the cookie settings panel.
5. Cookie Consent & Settings
The .cy Domain Registry only places cookies after obtaining your consent through the cookie notification pop-up.
✔ Essential cookies do not require consent.
✔ You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” button.
⚠ Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality.
6. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
✔ Request access to information stored about you.
✔ Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies.
✔ Request deletion or restriction of cookies that concern you.
For further details regarding your rights, please contact us.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our Cookies Policy, please reach out to us:
Email: [[email protected]]
Phone: [+357 22 89 21 27]
If you have concerns about how we collect or use cookies, you can submit a complaint to the Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection:
🔗 http://www.dataprotection.gov.cy
8. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. The last updated date will be displayed at the top of this page.
We recommend checking this policy regularly to stay informed about any changes.