Cookies in the internet environment are small files that web servers can send to the internet browser along with the requested web page. Their purpose is to improve the visitor’s comfort while browsing websites or to better target advertisements.
Thanks to cookies, a website can remember the language preference of a visitor upon their return. An online store can recall what an unregistered visitor added to their cart and can also remember texts, such as login credentials or the shipping address entered by the user in online forms.
There are various classifications of cookies based on their purpose, such as dividing cookies into basic, functional, and advertising categories. Cookies can be misused in various ways, and therefore they are regulated by legislation. Advanced internet browsers also allow greater control over them.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies to make it easier for you to use our website.
Short-term, functional cookies are temporary cookies that are automatically deleted when the internet browser is closed. They are essential for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service that the participant or user has explicitly requested, or for the sole purpose of transmitting communication over an electronic communication network.
Long-term cookies remain stored in your browser even after turning off the computer. These cookies usually contain user settings and serve to increase their comfort when using our services or for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a court order, voluntary compliance from your internet service provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or obtained solely for this purpose is typically not usable for your identification.
Some cookie files may collect information that is subsequently utilized by third parties, so-called “third-party cookies.” We provide such cookies to Google. Information on how Google handles your cookie files can be found here: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/partners/
The saavs.sk website uses the Google Analytics service from Google, which records anonymous cookies of our visitors.
How can I adjust cookies in my browser?
Open the settings of your browser (Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Safari, or Edge) and find the privacy settings, including the cookies section. Here, you can review the cookies on your device and manually or collectively delete them. More detailed instructions can be found in the help section of each of these browsers.
Can I block the storage of cookies?
In your browser settings, you can disable automatic acceptance of cookie files. Instructions can be found in the help section of your internet browser. If you use multiple devices (e.g., computer, tablet, phone), we recommend customizing cookie usage on each of these devices according to your preferences.
