Cookie Policy (EU) – Old

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, why and how HYDRODISEÑO uses them and how the user can accept them, modify their consent, and prevent their use.

This Policy uses the general term “cookies” as they are the main method the HYDRODISEÑO website uses for storing information; however, other similar mechanisms for storing and recovering data on terminal equipment, such as pixel tags or text files, may also be used (hereinafter and jointly, “cookies”).

HYDRODISEÑO may make amendments to this cookie policy at any time for legal or policy reasons, for technical reasons or due to changes in the provision of services on the website. Should this occur, this information will be published on the website to inform its users. If the user continues to use the website, they will be deemed to have accepted the amendments.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact info@hydrodiseno.es

1. Definition of cookies

A cookie is a small text file that is stored in a user’s device when they access certain websites. The cookie includes information about the user’s behaviour on that site and aims to facilitate the operation of the internet, aid the navigation and usability of the website, grant access to users that have previously registered without having to register on each visit, measure audiences and traffic parameters, and control the number of visits to the site. Cookies cannot damage the user’s equipment. In fact, once they are activated, they help to identify and resolve errors.

2. Types of cookies

1. – Types of cookies according to who controls them:

1. First-party cookies: This type of cookie is sent to the user’s terminal equipment from a computer or domain managed by the publisher providing the requested service.
2. Third-party cookies: This type of cookie is sent to the user’s terminal equipment from a computer or domain that is not managed by the publisher and is instead managed by another entity that processes the data obtained using cookies.

2. – Types of cookies according to their purpose:

1. Technical cookies: This type of cookie allows the user to browse the web page, platform, or application and to use the different options and services that it offers.
2. Analysis or measurement cookies: This type of cookie allows the provider to follow and analyse user behaviour on the web sites where they are used.
3. Preference and personalisation cookies: This type of cookie allows information to be stored so that the user’s experience can be personalised with specific features.
4. Behavioural advertising cookies: This type of cookie stores information on user behaviour that is captured through continuous observation of their browsing habits. The information is then used to build a unique profile which helps to show tailored advertising.

3.- Types of cookies according to the length of time they remain active:

1. Session cookies: This type of cookie is designed to collect and store data while the user accesses a website. They are usually used to provide a service requested by the user during one usage session.
2. Persistent cookies This type of cookie is designed to store data in the terminal that can be accessed and used for an amount of time defined by the cookie provider, which can span from a few minutes to several years.

3. Cookies used by Hydrodiseño Global S.L.

The GDPR allows HYDRODISEÑO to store certain cookies on the users’ device only when it is strictly necessary for the functioning of the website. All other types of cookies require the user’s consent. 

Cookies will not be installed on the computer of any user of the website until they have accepted the Cookies Notice (Pop Up), which will be displayed when they first access the website. By accepting this, the user consents to the use of cookies and IP address tracking files that allow HYDRODISEÑO and others to collect data for statistical purposes.

The following table shows the cookies used by this website, alongside information regarding their duration, management (exclusive and/or third-party), and their category and purpose.

This table will be updated as soon as possible after changes are made to the services offered by the website. The table may temporarily omit a cookie, label, or other similar devices due to an update. However, there will always be devices with identical purposes to those included in this chart.

The user can find out about any transfers to third countries made by the third parties identified in this Cookie Policy in their corresponding privacy and cookie policies. HYDRODISEÑO is not responsible for the content and authenticity of the privacy policies of the third parties included in the Cookie Policy.

The information obtained through these cookies, in reference to the user’s equipment, may be combined with their personal data only if the user is registered on this website.

4. Avoiding, blocking and/or deleting cookies

4.1 Avoiding the use of cookies on the website

If you wish to avoid the use of cookies on this website, please note that it may impair its functionalities. To avoid the use of cookies, the user must first deactivate the use of cookies on their browser and then delete the cookies related to this website that are stored on their browser.

The option to block the use of cookies will be available to the user at any time. However, the user must keep in mind that if they block the installation of all the cookies, including those necessary for browsing the site, some of the functionalities and content may be affected.

4.2 Deleting cookies or blocking them on the website

The user may restrict, block or delete the cookies on this website at any time by changing their browser settings. Although the settings are different for each browser, the cookies settings are usually found in the ‘preferences’ or ‘tools’ menu. 

For further information on the configuration of cookies on different browsers, consult the ‘help’ menu on your browser. The user also has the option to personalise cookies, allowing or restricting different individual cookies using the ‘View preferences’ button on HYDRODISEÑO’s Cookies Notice.

Further information on how to manage cookies preferences on the most common browsers can be found through the following links:

• Information on cookies for Internet Explorer.
• Information on cookies for Mozilla Firefox.
• Information on cookies for Opera.
• Information on cookies for Google Chrome.
• Information on cookies for Safari.

5. Access to data and the usage of stored information

The information stored in this website’s cookies is used exclusively by HYDRODISEÑO, apart from the cookies identified above as “third-party cookies”, which are used and managed by external entities to provide the services requested by HYDRODISEÑO in order to improve the services offered and user experience when browsing this website. The main services that use “third-party cookies” use them to obtain access statistics.

Our website’s cookies are only used by:

• The website owner, HYDRODISEÑO GLOBAL S.L., with VAT number B-04393351 and registered office at Paseo de Austria nº 7, 04740, Roquetas de Mar, Almería.
• Google (YouTube, Analytics etc.)
• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• HubSpot

HYDRODISEÑO does not store any of its users’ sensitive personal information such as addresses, passwords, bank details, etc. in the cookies that it uses.

6. User rights

When cookies allow user identification (certain analytical cookies), HYDRODISEÑO is the Data Controller for these data and will only process them for the purpose of managing the specific function of each cookie, in accordance with the information outlined in the previous sections. The acceptance of cookies is optional, except in the case of necessary cookies. 

The user may exercise their access rights, rectify, erase, oppose, and limit the processing and portability of their personal data. These rights may be exercised free of charge by the user and, where appropriate, their representative, by sending a signed letter to the postal address: Pasaje de Austria nº 7, 04740, Roquetas de Mar, Almería, Spain, or through an email addressed to the data controller at: …s. The message must include  the reference “Protection of personal data” and identify the website user by including the following information: the user’s full name, address for notification purposes, photocopy of national identification document, passport or equivalent identifying document, and the user’s request. In the case of representation, proof must be provided in the form of an attesting document. 

If you believe your personal data has not been processed in accordance with the regulations or for any reason you consider inappropriate, you can contact the Data Controller at ….

In any case, a complaint may be lodged with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (www.aepd.es)

The Cookie Policy was reviewed and published on 16/01/2021.