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Effective date: April 16, 2025.

Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy forms part of the legal framework and digital transparency of CooBook, managed by Project Kimiary OÜ. Its purpose is to explain, clearly and accessibly, how and why we use cookies and similar technologies when browsing our website www.coobook.org

At CooBook, we understand that privacy and control over personal information are fundamental rights. Therefore, we use cookies only when necessary to ensure the technical functioning of the site, improve the user experience, or collect statistical data that helps us optimize our services.

Through this policy, users can learn about the types of cookies we use, their purposes, the legal basis that allows their use, and the options available to manage, accept, or reject them.

We recommend reading this document together with our Privacy Policy, as they complement each other in matters of data protection and digital browsing.

1. Purpose of the Policy

The purpose of this Cookie Policy is to inform users of the website www.coobook.org about the use, purpose, and management of cookies employed by the CooBook platform, administered by Project Kimiary OÜ.

This policy guarantees transparency in the collection of technical information during browsing, explaining in simple terms what data is stored, how it is used, and under what conditions it is retained or deleted.

It also establishes the user's rights to control cookies installed on their device and describes the mechanisms available to configure them, revoke consent, or block their use in accordance with current European and Estonian regulations.

2. What are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to the user's device (computer, mobile phone, or tablet) when accessing a website. Their function is to store technical information that allows recognizing the user, remembering their preferences, and facilitating navigation.

These tools do not directly store sensitive personal information, but they may be associated with data that can identify the user if they have logged in or interact with personalized areas of the site.

In addition to traditional cookies, CooBook may use equivalent technologies, such as pixel tags, local storage, or anonymous identifiers, which perform similar functions and are subject to the same protection and control regulations.

3. Types of Cookies Used

The website www.coobook.org uses different types of cookies to ensure its proper functioning and offer an efficient browsing experience. These cookies are grouped according to their purpose and level of necessity:

a) Technical or necessary cookies

They are essential for the basic functioning of the site. They allow navigation, access to secure areas, user authentication, and session management. Without them, the site could not operate correctly.

b) Personalization cookies

They allow remembering user preferences, such as language, region, or display mode, adapting the content and interface to their usual settings.

c) Analytical or measurement cookies

They collect anonymous information about site usage, such as pages visited or time spent, in order to improve performance and service quality.

d) Advertising or marketing cookies

They are used to display relevant ads or limit how often they are shown. They also help measure campaign effectiveness and personalize content based on user interests.

At all times, CooBook guarantees that the cookies used comply with the minimization and transparency principles set forth in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

5. Cookie Management and Configuration

The user can accept, reject, or adjust the use of cookies at any time through the configuration panel available on the website www.coobook.org. From this panel, it is possible to granularly select which cookie categories are allowed or blocked.

Likewise, each browser offers its own tools to delete or restrict the use of cookies. Users can consult the official configuration guides in the main browsers:

  • Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
  • Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies
  • Safari: support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
  • Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge

It should be noted that disabling certain cookies may affect the proper functioning of the site or limit some of its interactive features.

6. Third-Party Cookies

The website www.coobook.org may use cookies managed by third-party providers who provide technical, analytical, or advertising services to Project Kimiary OÜ. These cookies allow, for example, measuring web traffic, optimizing site performance, or displaying personalized content.

All third parties collaborating with CooBook are subject to contracts that guarantee compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Estonian Data Protection Act, ensuring lawful and secure processing of information.

Examples of providers that could install cookies include:

  • Google Analytics, for statistical analysis and performance.
  • Meta Platforms, for advertising campaign measurement.
  • Cloudflare, for security and load optimization services.

In no case does CooBook share identifying personal data without a legal basis or the user's express consent.

7. Duration and Retention Period

The cookies used on the website www.coobook.org may have a temporary or permanent duration, depending on their purpose.

Session cookies are created temporarily and are automatically deleted when the browser is closed. They are used, for example, to keep the session active or remember actions within the same visit.

Persistent cookies, on the other hand, remain stored on the user's device for a specified period or until manually deleted by the user. They serve to remember preferences, analyze browsing patterns, or measure performance over time.

The specific retention periods for each cookie can be consulted in the configuration panel available on the website, where its name, purpose, duration, and provider are detailed.

8. International Data Transfers

Some of the cookies used on www.coobook.org may be managed by technology providers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In these cases, Project Kimiary OÜ guarantees that any international data transfer is carried out with the appropriate legal guarantees established by Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

These guarantees include, as applicable:

  • The existence of an adequacy decision issued by the European Commission (Art. 45 GDPR).
  • The signing of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) approved by the European Commission (Art. 46.2.c GDPR).
  • The application of additional security measures, such as encryption and anonymization of transmitted information.

In no case will personal data be transferred to countries or entities that do not guarantee a level of protection equivalent to that required by current European legislation.

9. User Rights

The user has the right to exercise, at any time, the rights recognized by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Estonian Personal Data Protection Act, in relation to information obtained through the use of cookies.

These rights include:

  • Access, to know what data is collected and for what purpose.
  • Rectification, to correct inaccurate or outdated information.
  • Erasure, to request the deletion of data when it is no longer necessary.
  • Objection and restriction of processing, to restrict or prevent the use of
    non-essential cookies.
  • Portability, to receive your data in a structured and readable format.

Requests may be directed to Project Kimiary OÜ by email to legal@coobook.org, indicating the right you wish to exercise and attaching a valid identification.

Likewise, the user may file a complaint with the Estonian Data Protection Authority (Andmekaitse Inspektsioon) or with the competent authority in their country of residence within the European Economic Area.

10. Cookie Policy Updates

Project Kimiary OÜ may modify this Cookie Policy at any time to adapt it to legal, technical, or functional changes to the website www.coobook.org.

Updates may be due to the incorporation of new tools, the use of external providers, or regulatory reforms such as the future ePrivacy Regulation.

Any relevant modification will be communicated to the user through the website itself, either through a prominent notice or a notification in the cookie configuration panel.

The current version of this policy will always be available at www.coobook.org and will include the date of its last update to guarantee maximum transparency.

11. Contact

For any questions, requests, or exercise of rights related to this Cookie Policy, users may contact the legal team of Project Kimiary OÜ directly through the following official channels:

Email: legal@coobook.org

Responsible entity: Kimiary OÜ项目

Registered address: Pärnu mnt 139b, 11317, Tallinn, Estonia

The legal team will review all inquiries and respond within the timeframes established by current regulations.

Likewise, users may contact the Estonian Data Protection Authority (Andmekaitse Inspektsioon) if they believe that the data processing carried out through cookies violates their rights or does not comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Cookie Policy reflects the commitment of Project Kimiary OÜ to transparency, digital responsibility, and the protection of the rights of users who interact with the website www.coobook.org.

Our goal is to guarantee that each person has full control over the use of their browsing data, in a secure environment, in accordance with the highest European privacy and information protection standards.

The continued use of the website after the publication or modification of this policy will imply acceptance of its terms. Otherwise, the user may adjust their preferences or leave the browsing session at any time.

Project Kimiary OÜ declares that this Cookie Policy has been reviewed and approved by its legal and technical team, and that it will enter into force from April 16, 2025, remaining subject to periodic review to ensure full compliance with current regulations.