1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are files that are downloaded to your computer, smartphone, or device when accessing certain websites. They allow a website to store and retrieve information about a user’s browsing habits and, depending on the information they contain and the use made of the device, can be used to recognise the user.
Cookies are essential for the functioning of the Internet, providing numerous advantages in interactive services, facilitating navigation and usability of our website.
Under no circumstances do cookies harm your device. On the contrary, when active, they help identify and resolve errors.
2. Types of Cookies Used
According to the entity that manages the cookie, the data obtained and the purpose, cookies can be classified as follows:
2.1. According to the entity that manages them
- Own cookies: those sent to your device from our domain (www.solinearealestate.com).
- Third-party cookies: those sent to your device from a domain managed by another organisation, such as Google, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), or analytics tools.
2.2. According to the period they remain activated
- Session cookies: collect and store data while you browse the website and are deleted once you close the browser.
- Persistent cookies: stored in your device for a period defined by the cookie owner (minutes, months, or years).
2.3. According to their purpose
- Technical/necessary cookies: essential for navigation and access to secure areas, form submission, or user validation.
- Personalisation cookies: remember user preferences, such as language, region, or interface settings.
- Analytics cookies: allow measurement of website usage and statistical analysis (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Advertising and behavioural cookies: store user preferences based on browsing habits and allow the display of relevant advertisements.
3. Cookies Used on This Website
📌 Necessary / Technical Cookies
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| consent_cookie | Own | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Solinea Real Estate |
| wp-settings-* | Own | Manages WordPress settings for user | 1 year | Solinea Real Estate |
| elementor | Own | Controls page layout editing | Persistent | Solinea Real Estate |
📊 Analytics Cookies
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Third-party | Tracks user behaviour anonymously | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Third-party | Statistical data on website usage | 1 day | Google Analytics |
| _gat | Third-party | Limits data collection | 1 minute | Google Analytics |
Analytics cookies will only be loaded with user consent.
📣 Advertising / Marketing Cookies (only if using Meta Ads, Pinterest Ads, Google Ads in the future)
If activated, this category may use cookies to display personalised ads. As of now, we do not activate marketing cookies by default. If enabled in the future, the policy will be updated accordingly and consent will be requested.
4. Acceptance, Configuration, and Revocation of Cookies
When accessing our website for the first time, a banner will appear allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Configure or reject optional cookies
- Get more information in this Cookies Policy
Users can adjust or revoke consent at any time by reopening the cookie banner or changing their browser settings.
5. Disabling Cookies Through Your Browser
Users can block, disable, or delete cookies installed on their device by adjusting their browser settings. This may vary according to browser and device used. Below are help links for major browsers:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Safari (Mac/iPhone): https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09
Disabling cookies may prevent access to certain functionalities or services of the website.
6. International Transfers
Services from Google Analytics or other third-party providers may involve international data transfers based on standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, ensuring data protection equivalent to the GDPR.
7. Updates to the Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy may be modified to comply with legal requirements, new services, or website configuration updates. Any significant changes will be communicated to users.