What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies contain information about your use of our website and can help us recognize you when you return, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.
How We Use Cookies
Lawato OÜ uses cookies to:
- Essential Website Functions: Enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility
- Performance and Analytics: Understand how visitors interact with our website to improve user experience
- Functionality: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing: Deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign effectiveness (with your consent)
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Remembers your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
session_id |
Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information:
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and provide enhanced features:
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
language_preference |
Remembers your language choice | 1 year |
theme_preference |
Remembers your display preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. These cookies help us:
- Understand which pages are most popular
- See how visitors navigate through our site
- Identify areas for improvement
Google Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. You can opt-out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Decline: Only essential cookies will be used
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View which cookies are stored
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
Popular Browser Instructions
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Safari → Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- Your preferences may not be remembered between visits
- Contact forms may not work correctly
- We cannot provide analytics to improve our services
- You may see the cookie consent banner repeatedly
Cookie Security
We implement security measures to protect cookie data:
- Secure Flag: Cookies are transmitted only over HTTPS connections
- HttpOnly Flag: Prevents access to cookies via client-side scripts
- SameSite Attribute: Protects against cross-site request forgery
- Regular Audits: We regularly review our cookie usage
Data Transfer and Storage
Cookie data may be processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure adequate protection through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses with third-party providers
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Other appropriate safeguards as required by GDPR
Your Rights
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have rights regarding cookie data:
- Right to Information: This policy provides transparent information
- Right to Consent: You can choose which cookies to accept
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can change your preferences at any time
- Right to Access: You can request information about stored data
- Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of cookie data
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes to our cookie usage
- New legal requirements
- Improvements to our services
- User feedback and questions
We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date and may provide additional notice through our website or email.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or need assistance managing your preferences:
Lawato OÜ
Registration Number: 16324851
Email: [email protected]
Address:
Harju maakond, Tallinn
Mustamäe linnaosa
Mäealuse tn 2/1, 12618
Estonia