The use, visit, or placement of orders on this website implies acceptance of these terms and conditions. Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. reserves the right to make changes without prior notice, solely by displaying the latest update on the website (at the bottom of the page). Please visit this webpage periodically to ensure that you are aware of any new legal provisions or updates regarding the operation of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.

Definition
The legal entity that owns the website www.dualitae.com is Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F., CUI 41318533, RECOM F23/442/2019, with its registered office at Strada Erou Dumitru Chivu no. 44 C, Voluntari, Ilfov County, and will hereafter be referred to as the Provider. The natural or legal person who orders and purchases products through this website will hereafter be referred to as the Client. The digital photographs, texts, technical data, prices, and all other information are the intellectual property of the Provider, and copying them without the written consent of the Provider constitutes a crime and will be punished according to the law.

1. Personal Information

You agree that upon accessing, using, or providing any personal information, the Provider will hold the Client's data and use it within the bounds of the law. The Provider also undertakes to comply with international policies regarding the protection of personal information.

When placing an order, the Client can choose to shop as a guest or by creating an account—the latter saving account data on the server hosting the Provider.

Accessing the account and placing orders is the responsibility of the Client and will be treated as such. The Provider will not be held liable for any errors arising from the user’s negligence regarding the security and confidentiality of the account and password, as well as personal data breaches resulting from the aforementioned negligence.

2. Personal Data Security

The Client’s personal data may be used by the Provider to improve the quality of services and products and to confirm orders. The Client will be notified via one of the available methods: email, phone, or postal mail. Data obtained through an order may also be used for generating monthly reports within the company, ensuring confidentiality, or for issuing daily, weekly, monthly, or annual information—or promotional subscriptions, where the Client has explicitly requested them.

Client data may also be disclosed to authorities when legal limits require this for verification purposes.

Client data remains personal, and the Provider commits to keeping this information strictly confidential and not distributing it to third parties, except when product delivery is made to someone other than the Client, with the Client’s explicit agreement via the order form (treated as authorization), or through a written notification from the Client.

This website uses encryption technology to protect personal data against loss, alteration, or misuse of information under our control. This technology is called SSL (Secure Sockets Layer).

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. (www.dualitae.com) commits to respecting your rights as conferred by Law 677/2001. Upon your written request by email (contact@dualitae.com) or postal mail (Strada Erou Dumitru Chivu no. 44 C, Voluntari, Ilfov), the Provider commits:

– to rectify, update, block, delete, or transform into anonymous data, free of charge, any data whose processing does not comply with Law no. 677/2001 on the protection of individuals with regard to personal data processing and the free movement of such data;
– to cease processing your personal data.

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. (www.dualitae.com) certifies that it respects the rights conferred by:

  • Law no. 677/2001

  • Law no. 365/2002 on electronic commerce

  • Government Ordinance no. 130/2000 regarding consumer protection in the conclusion and execution of distance contracts (with subsequent amendments)

These rights include:

  • the right to ask Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. (www.dualitae.com) to confirm, free of charge, whether it processes your personal data (one request per year);

  • the right to request that it rectify, update, block, or delete, free of charge, any data that has been provided and is not processed in accordance with Law no. 677/2001;

  • the right to request, free of charge, that Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. (www.dualitae.com) cease processing your personal data.

Any attempt to access another user's personal data, modify website content (www.dualitae.com), or disrupt server performance will be considered an attempt at fraud and will trigger a criminal investigation against the individual(s) involved.

3. Privacy Policy

www.dualitae.com, hereafter also referred to as Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F., in its capacity as author/owner/administrator of the website www.dualitae.com, respects the privacy and security of your personal data when you use this site and applies this Privacy Policy.

Your access/visit to this website is subject to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and your explicit agreement with them constitutes the full understanding (contract) between the parties.

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. reserves the right to change or update the content of www.dualitae.com, its Privacy Policy, or the Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Please check this section periodically to verify the current terms you’ve agreed to.

These terms and conditions apply to all websites under Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.'s domain, including www.dualitae.com, collectively referred to as “site” or “sites.”

In this document, singular words include the plural and vice versa, and masculine forms include the feminine and vice versa.

The website fashionideal.ro is GDPR-compliant, allowing clients to choose how their data is handled.

3.1. Definitions

  1. personal data – any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person; an identifiable person is one who can be identified, directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identification number or to one or more factors specific to their physical, physiological, psychological, economic, cultural, or social identity;

  2. processing of personal data – any operation or set of operations which is performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organization, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure to third parties by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, blocking, erasure, or destruction;

  3. storage – the retention of collected personal data on any kind of medium;

  4. personal data filing system – any structured set of personal data which is accessible according to specific criteria, whether centralized, decentralized, or dispersed on a functional or geographical basis;

  5. controller – any natural or legal person, of private or public law, including public authorities, institutions, and their territorial structures, who determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data;

  6. third party – any natural or legal person, of private or public law, including public authorities, institutions, and their territorial structures, other than the data subject, the controller, or the processor or persons who, under the direct authority of the controller or processor, are authorized to process the data;

  7. recipient – any natural or legal person, of private or public law, including public authorities, institutions, and their territorial structures, to whom data is disclosed, whether or not it is a third party; public authorities to which data is disclosed in the framework of a particular investigation competence shall not be regarded as recipients;

  8. anonymous data – data which, due to its origin or specific processing method, cannot be associated with an identified or identifiable person;

  9. statistical data – data obtained by the controller through the processing of personal data, which cannot be used to identify a person and is used exclusively for statistical and/or informational, promotional purposes.

3.2. Collection of Personal Data

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  may collect personal data from you, but only with your consent and if you provide it voluntarily. The types of pages through which we request information include:

  • The registration form available on the website www.dualitae.com requests information by which you can be identified or contacted. This information will be considered personal data.

  • The subscription form, also known as the newsletter form.

  • The contact form.

  • Other types of forms that are periodically displayed and request a name, email address, or phone number.

We use the personal data collected for the following purposes:

  • To ensure that the website is relevant to your needs;

  • To deliver services such as newsletters, events, or products that you have requested and/or purchased;

  • To help us create and publish the most relevant content for you;

  • To ensure access to restricted areas of the website.

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  collects information and processes it into statistical data. This information refers to the pages accessed within the websites, including the IP address from which the site is visited.

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  may use cookies on its websites, temporarily storing personal data for the following purposes:

  • To improve access security;

  • To improve usability and provide you with the best possible service.

In various sections of the website, there are links for sending us a message/email. Your email address is used to send you a reply, and the conversation is saved for future reference. This, along with the name provided, falls under the category of personal data, and Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  will only use it to contact you directly.

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  may disclose personal data to third parties if required by law or in cases of good faith where such actions are necessary to:

(a) comply with legal obligations;
(b) protect and defend the property rights of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  and its websites;
(c) act in emergency circumstances to protect the personal safety of employees, product or service users, or members of the public.

When we are requested or permitted to provide personal data, only the data necessary to fulfill the request will be disclosed.

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  does not sell, trade, or rent personal data to third parties.

In addition to the above, the collection of personal data on the websites of fashionideal.ro involves:

  • Online payment forms when you carry out an eCommerce transaction on one of the websites of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. , which must be completed with all the required information, including personal data.

  • We do not use or collect personal data from the site whose purpose is the payment for products or services offered by Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. .

  • Google Adwords, Analytics, and Facebook tags for analysis and implementation of personalized ads systematically and automatically.


3.3. Use of Statistical and Anonymous Data

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  may use statistical or anonymous data resulting from processing, in its capacity as a controller, for the following purposes:

  • creating analyses/reports;

  • providing information;

  • publishing, promoting, offering the products/services of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. .


3.4. Security of Collected Data

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  uses secure and modern security technologies and methods, along with employee policies and operational procedures, including control and audit processes, to protect the collected personal data in accordance with applicable legal provisions.

The servers hosting the websites are protected from both physical and remote access, and are installed in technically and security-appropriate premises. We make all reasonable and commercially justified efforts to protect your collected personal data. We also review new technologies in the field and, when appropriate, apply them to update our security systems. The hardware and software infrastructure used by Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  is periodically reviewed from a security perspective.


3.5. External Links

The websites may contain links to other websites outside the control of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. , which we believe you may find useful. If you access these links, you will be visiting websites that may have a different privacy policy from that of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. .


3.6. Minors

Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  does not sell products and/or services to individuals under 18 years of age. Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  may sell or receive payment for products/services intended for minors, but purchased by an adult. If you are a minor and visit a website, you may only do so under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.


3.7. Enforcement of the Privacy Policy and Legislation

If you have any questions regarding the Privacy Policy or if you wish to be informed about the personal data processed by Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F.  that concerns you directly, please contact us.

The privacy policy is governed by Romanian law. In the event of a dispute, an amicable resolution will first be sought within 30 working days from the date the complaint is submitted to one of the administrators. If no agreement is reached within the specified period, the competent court will be considered.

 

 

4. Copyright

The entire content of the website www.dualitae.com – digital images, texts, graphics, symbols, web graphic elements, scripts, programs, and other data – is the property of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. (www.dualitae.com) and its suppliers, and is protected by copyright law and intellectual and industrial property laws.

The use of the elements listed above without the written consent of Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. (www.dualitae.com) is punishable under the laws in force.

Other trademarks present on the www.dualitae.com website, expressed through graphic elements, text, symbols, or any other identifying elements, are owned by other companies. Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. is in no way affiliated with them, but is entitled to use these identifiers for the purpose of illustrating the goods being sold.

 
 

5. Website Access

The provider grants limited access to the user who accesses the site for personal interest and does not confer the right to download or modify, reproduce (in part or in full) the website, or to copy, sell/resell, or exploit the website in any other manner for commercial purposes or purposes contrary to the interests of the company, without its prior written consent.

 
 

6. Price

The prices shown on the product pages are expressed in LEI and are final, excluding value-added tax (VAT), as the company Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. is not a VAT payer and/or subject to other taxes (excluding shipping, a cost that will be specified in the shopping cart - Step 3 Delivery method).

The price shown on the invoice, receipt, and/or tax receipt will be the same as the one displayed on the site at the time the operation is performed, to which delivery, packaging, handling, or other costs specified in the shopping cart on the provider’s site will be added.

Gift packaging is an additional cost and will have a fixed fee also displayed in the client’s shopping cart when there is a product in the cart and this option is available for that specific product.

 
 

7. Delivery Conditions
7.1. Delivery Time

7.1.1. The delivery time for products purchased from www.dualitae.com ranges between 24 and 72 hours from the moment the order is confirmed by phone and depends on the delivery method chosen by the client and/or the physical stock of products available in the store or at the provider’s warehouse.

In exceptional cases, with the client’s agreement, the provider may extend the delivery time.

7.1.2. Products that are marked with a longer delivery time than that specified in article 7.1.1 will be delivered from the distributor’s stock that the Provider shares with the importer of the respective brand. In this case, the estimated delivery time will be communicated to the client again.

7.1.3. Delivery Methods and Costs
All products on the website www.dualitae.com are shipped via Fan Curier – express courier.

The shipping cost will be automatically displayed in the shopping cart. The provider reserves the right to increase the 240 lei threshold where free shipping is offered, to decrease it, or to randomly select products that will be granted free shipping.

7.1.4. Packaging
The provider does not assume responsibility for any physical damage caused during transport. Therefore, each client is required to check the package upon receipt, regardless of the delivery method chosen, even if the boxes are generously sized to prevent damage caused by the carrier.

We do not assume responsibility for mechanical damage resulting from improper handling by the courier company.

 

 

8. Product Availability

The Supplier may sell products within the limits of available stock. This refers to stock physically located in the store or current warehouse. The website www.dualitae.com displays product availability as follows:

8.1. In Stock
This refers to physical stock available in the Supplier’s own warehouse/store. The product can be picked up or shipped to the customer after an order is placed and a phone confirmation is made. The Supplier will inform the customer when the product can be picked up if the customer has requested in-store pickup from www.dualitae.com’s location.

8.2. Unavailable / Out of Stock
This indicates that the product can no longer be ordered. It may either be unavailable for the foreseeable future or permanently discontinued, for reasons such as the item no longer being in production.

8.4. Coming Soon / Pre-Order / Supplier Stock
External stock means that the products will be ordered and delivered within 3–15 business days. However, there may be exceptions due to courier service limitations or force majeure events that could delay delivery. We feel obligated to inform you of this via phone or email.

 

9. Order Status

Orders placed on www.dualitae.com will receive an automatic email and/or SMS stating that the order has been received and/or its current status. Order status can be viewed either via a link provided by email or in the client account under the Order History section. Order statuses include:

9.1. New Order
This indicates that the customer’s order is new and has not yet been picked up by an operator.

9.2. Canceled Order
An order may be canceled if no agreement is reached regarding delivery or for other reasons deemed necessary by the Supplier or the Client. The Supplier reserves the right to cancel duplicate orders or those deemed unjustified/irrelevant, or from clients who place multiple orders but do not confirm or pick them up from the courier after confirmation.
The Supplier reserves the right to choose its clientele.

9.3. Unclaimed Order
In this case, the customer did not pick up the product without prior notice, and may be denied the right to order from any website where the Supplier displays its products/services in the future.

9.4. Pending Order (Stock 0)
This indicates the product is out of stock, and the customer will be notified via email/SMS. These products are brought in upon order. See article 8.4.

9.5. Client Contacted (No Answer by Phone)
The client was contacted by phone, but the Supplier was unable to establish contact to confirm and finalize the order.

9.6. Shipped
The order has been confirmed by phone and shipped to the client. A second email with the tracking number and tracking page will follow.

9.7. Completed
This status indicates the transaction is complete and all terms of the present contract have been fulfilled.

 

10. Product Return Policy – Right of Withdrawal

10.1. Legal Framework
According to Emergency Ordinance No. 34/2014 of 04.06.2014 regarding consumer rights in contracts concluded with professionals and for amending and supplementing certain legal acts, the Consumer has the right to withdraw from the contract without having to justify the decision and without incurring any costs other than those provided in Art. 13 (3) and Art. 14, within 14 working days from the physical receipt of the purchased product.

10.2. General Framework
Products purchased by the Consumer may be returned in their original packaging and in the same condition as received, within 14 working days of receipt, without penalties and without providing a reason.
According to current legislation, the Consumer must notify the Supplier of their intention to return using the "Product Return Form" available on the website. The product must be returned with all received documents and manuals.

10.2.1. Right of Withdrawal – Before Order Delivery
By placing the order, the Consumer agrees to read and unconditionally accept these cancellation terms, as legally supported by ANPC and the European Union regarding the right to withdraw from a distance contract for the purchase of goods/services.
From Monday to Friday, the Supplier hands over orders to the courier service available that day by 3:30 PM. Therefore, all orders placed before that time may be canceled by the Consumer at no additional cost.
The Consumer has the right to request additional product information beyond what is displayed on the product page, which will be provided before the order is handed over to the courier.
For card payments, the amount will be refunded to the same card used for the transaction within 3–30 days of cancellation.

10.2.2. Right of Withdrawal – After Order Receipt
According to O.U.G. 34/2014, the Consumer has the right to return a product within 14 days from the invoice date and product receipt, without any explanation. The Supplier reserves the right to request feedback regarding the reason for the return in order to improve products sold on its platform or in cases of manufacturing defects not previously disclosed on the product page.
The Consumer agrees to fill out an electronic return form with all required information.
The Consumer must return the purchased item in its original packaging, with manuals (if applicable), and all proof of purchase documents.
For card payments, the amount will be refunded to the same card used within 3–30 days after return acceptance.
All email conversations will be archived to provide better service for clients with product issues and to resolve complaints filed with ANPC.

10.2.3. Procedural Framework
Within 48 working hours of submitting the return notification, the Consumer will receive an email regarding their request, including return process details.
The product must be returned in the same condition as received, in complete original packaging, with all tags intact, and accompanied by the original or a copy of the invoice and/or warranty certificate. Missing documents may delay or prevent the refund.
If the return is accepted, the Consumer may choose to receive an identical replacement product (in case of defect) or a full refund. In this case, the Consumer must provide an IBAN and account holder name (for companies, only the IBAN of the invoiced entity is accepted).
For card payments, the amount will be refunded to the same card used, within 3–30 days of return approval.
The product must be returned to the Supplier via express courier only (NO Romanian Post) to the address indicated by the Supplier in the return instructions email. Any additional courier fees are the sole responsibility of the Consumer.
The value of the returned products will be refunded to the bank account specified in the return form within 14 calendar days of receiving the returned item, according to O.U.G. 34/2014, Art. 14 (2), OR refunded to the same card used for payment within 3–30 days of return approval. Return shipping costs are the Consumer’s responsibility.

Please also ensure that products intended for return meet all the following conditions: the seal and tags are intact, the items are not damaged, and show no signs of wear or use.
More information on product returns can be found [here].

 

11. Disclaimer

The content of www.dualitae.com is created with the utmost care to ensure that prices, images, and product features are accurate. However, errors may occur on the site for various reasons.
The Supplier does not assume responsibility for potential typographical or display errors related to prices, features, images, etc. This may happen if the price or other characteristics of a product were entered incorrectly in our database or imported improperly via various display technologies used on the Supplier’s web interface.

The Supplier reserves the right to cancel product delivery and notify the client as soon as possible about the error. If the product was already delivered, the Client must return it immediately, covering shipping costs, due to the typographical error, with the possibility of replacement or refund (minus shipping fees).

Product images on the website are indicative. The actual products may differ slightly due to updates in features or design. The Supplier makes every effort to display accurate specifications, but as these are provided by third-party suppliers, discrepancies may occur, for which Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. accepts no responsibility.
Images may also be affected by your device settings—e.g., black may appear as dark grey—so all relevant information such as color and model is detailed on the product page for clarity.

Products delivered via www.dualitae.com are covered by a warranty period, within the legal limits, which is displayed individually per product. A warranty certificate will accompany each product. For products out of warranty, paid repair services may be provided.

 

12. Disputes

Any dispute arising from the use of the Supplier’s services will be resolved amicably. If an agreement cannot be reached, the competent courts will have jurisdiction. By accepting these Terms and Conditions, the Client fully assumes these risks.

 

13. Purchase Conditions

After submitting your order, you will automatically receive a confirmation message via email, provided a valid email address is used. Technical issues may interfere with message delivery, for which the Supplier is not responsible. The Client must ensure that their email is functional and that spam/junk filters do not block messages from the Supplier.

The order will be processed by a sales representative of S.C. Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F., after which you will receive an email about product availability and estimated delivery. This constitutes a valid sales contract, established when the "Submit Order" button is clicked, signifying a purchase obligation.

The object of the contract is the product(s) you wish to buy via an online order, later confirmed electronically by Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. We commit to delivering under the agreed terms, and you commit to purchasing.

It is important to note that prices are updated daily and are valid for 3 days from confirmation. For special-order products, a 40% advance payment is required via a proforma invoice. If you cancel a custom-order product, the advance is non-refundable and considered compensation/damages.

 

  1. Product Warranty

14.1. Definition
Warranty refers to the Supplier's obligation to undertake activities to resolve issues that may arise after the Client purchases the products, limited only to manufacturing defects. It is granted for a period of 6 to 24 months from the date of purchase, depending on the product's category. The warranty period is displayed on each product page.

14.2. Warranty Conditions
The warranty is in accordance with the provisions of O.G. 21/1992, Law 449/2003, and O.G. 174/2008, as amended. The warranty period is 6-24 months from the product purchase date (depending on the product category), with an average usage duration of 24 months.

The warranty will be provided by Lazariu Dragos-Ciprian I.F. The time frame for remedying identified defects is 15 calendar days, in accordance with LG 49/2003, starting from the moment the product is delivered to the Supplier. Warranty provisions include maintenance, repair, and replacement. The Supplier decides which method is appropriate for the product.

Warranty is granted under certain circumstances: A defective product will only be replaced if it has not been physically and/or mechanically altered.

14.3. Cases in which the warranty is not granted
The warranty is not applicable if the product has physical defects such as: dents, cracks, chips, burned or burst components/pieces, etc.;
If the warranty labels or seals are damaged, removed, or altered;
If the product has been used under improper conditions (incorrect power supply, exposure to extreme temperature or pressure variations, mechanical shocks, incorrect handling, use in humid, dusty, or polluted environments, or under the influence of chemicals, etc.);

Other cases: incorrect settings and installations, defective power sources, ungrounded sockets, liquid, metal, or other substances entering the equipment, mechanical interventions on the products, connecting or disconnecting certain components during equipment operation;

  1. Cookie Policy

www.dualitae.com uses cookies to store information related to individuals who order and use the website.

The following information is intended to provide more details about the placement, use, and management of cookies used by www.dualitae.com. Some useful links on this topic are also provided. If you need more information that is not included below, you can contact us using the details on the contact page.

Please read the following information carefully:

This website uses cookies (both first-party and third-party) to provide visitors with a better browsing experience and services tailored to individual needs and interests. In what we call "web 2.0," cookies play an important role in facilitating access and delivering various services that users enjoy online, such as:

– Personalizing certain settings, such as the language in which a website is viewed, the currency in which certain prices or rates are displayed, saving and remembering options for various products (sizes, other details, etc.) in the shopping cart, which is useful for generating flexibility in the "shopping cart" (accessing previous preferences via the "forward" and "back" buttons);

– Cookies provide website owners with important feedback on how their sites are used by visitors, allowing them to be more efficient and accessible to the public;

– Allow multimedia applications or other types of content from other websites to be included on a given website to create a more valuable, useful, and pleasant browsing experience;

– Improve the effectiveness of online advertising.

15.1. What is a cookie?
An "Internet Cookie" (also known as a "browser cookie" or "HTTP cookie" or simply "cookie") is a small file made up of letters and numbers that will be stored on a user's computer, mobile terminal, or other devices used to access the Internet. The cookie is installed by a web server's request to a browser (e.g., Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox) and is completely "passive" (it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information on the user's hard drive).

A cookie is made up of two parts: the name and content or value of the cookie. Additionally, the duration of existence of a cookie is determined; technically, only the web server that sent the cookie can access it again when the user returns to the associated website. Cookies themselves do not require personal information to be used, and in most cases, they do not personally identify Internet users.

15.2. What are the advantages of cookies?
A cookie contains information that links a web browser (the user) and a web server, specifically a website. If a browser accesses that server again, it can read the stored information and react accordingly.

Cookies ensure users have a pleasant browsing experience and support many websites' efforts to provide comfortable services to users (e.g., online privacy preferences, site language options, shopping carts, or relevant advertising).

15.3. What is the lifespan of a cookie?
Cookies are managed by a web server. The lifespan of a cookie can vary significantly depending on its purpose. Some cookies are used exclusively for a single session ("session cookies") and are not retained once the user leaves the website, while others are retained and reused each time the user returns to that website ("persistent cookies"). However, cookies can be deleted by a user at any time through their browser settings.

15.4. What are third-party cookies?
Certain content sections on some websites may be provided through third-party suppliers (e.g., a YouTube video or an ad). These third parties may also place cookies through the site, and they are called "third-party cookies" because they are not placed by the website owner. Third-party suppliers must also comply with applicable law and the privacy policies of the site owner.

15.5. How are cookies used by this website?
A visit to this site may place cookies for the following purposes:

Performance cookies: Retain user preferences on this site so that they do not need to be set again on each visit. Visitor analysis cookies: Every time a user visits this site, third-party analytics software (e.g., Google Analytics) generates a user analysis cookie. This cookie tells us if you have visited this site before. The browser will inform us if you have this cookie, and if not, we will generate one. It allows us to monitor unique users visiting us and how often they do so. As long as you are not registered on this site, this cookie cannot be used to identify individuals, as it is used solely for statistical purposes. If you are registered, we can also know the details you provided, such as your email address and username, which are subject to the confidentiality and provisions in the "Privacy Policy," as well as the provisions of applicable legislation concerning personal data protection. Registration cookies: When you register on this site, we generate a cookie to notify us if you are registered or not. Our servers use these cookies to show us which account you are registered with and whether you have permission for a specific service. It also allows us to associate any comments you post on our site with your username. Other third-party cookies: On certain pages, third parties may set their own anonymous cookies to track the success of an application or to personalize an application. Due to usage, this site cannot access these cookies, just as third parties cannot access cookies held by this site. For example, when you share an article using the social media button on this site, that social network will record your activity.

15.6. Why are cookies important for the internet?
Cookies are central to the efficient functioning of the Internet, helping create a smooth browsing experience tailored to each user's preferences and interests. Refusing or disabling cookies may make some websites unusable. Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean that you will stop receiving online advertisements, but that they will no longer take into account your preferences and interests, as highlighted by your browsing behavior.

Examples of important uses of cookies (which do not require user authentication via an account):

Content and services tailored to the user's preferences: news categories, weather, sports, maps, public and government services, entertainment websites, and travel services; Offers tailored to users' interests: remembering passwords, language preferences; Retaining child protection filters for Internet content (family mode options, safe search functions); Limiting the frequency of ads: limiting the number of times an ad is shown to a specific user on a website; Providing more relevant advertising for the user. Measurement, optimization, and analytics features: such as confirming a specific level of traffic on a website, what type of content is viewed, and how a user arrives at a website (e.g., through search engines, directly, from other websites, etc.). Websites conduct these usage analyses to improve their sites for users' benefit.

15.7. Security and privacy issues
Cookies ARE NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not made of code pieces, so they cannot be executed and do not start on their own. Consequently, they cannot be duplicated or replicated across networks to run or replicate again. Since they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.

However, cookies can be used for negative purposes. Since they store information about users' preferences and browsing history, both on a specific site and across multiple other sites, cookies can be used as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this fact and consistently flag cookies for deletion during anti-virus/anti-spyware scanning and deletion procedures.

In general, browsers have privacy settings that provide different levels of acceptance for cookies, expiration periods, and automatic deletion after the user visits a certain website.

 

15.8. Other Security Aspects Related to Cookies
Since identity protection is highly valuable and represents the right of every internet user, it is advisable to be aware of the potential problems cookies can create. Because they transmit information constantly in both directions between the browser and the website, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes during the data transmission process, the information contained in the cookie can be intercepted. However, this is a rare occurrence and can only happen if the browser connects to the server using an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured Wi-Fi network).

Other cookie-based attacks involve incorrect cookie settings on servers. If a website does not instruct the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers may exploit this vulnerability to deceive browsers into sending information over insecure channels. Attackers then use the information to gain unauthorized access to certain websites. It is very important to be cautious when choosing the most appropriate method to protect personal information.

15.9. Tips for Safe and Responsible Browsing Using Cookies
Due to their flexibility and the fact that most of the most visited and largest websites use cookies, they are almost impossible to avoid. Disabling cookies will prevent users from accessing the most common and widely used websites, such as YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, and others.

Here are a few tips to ensure safe browsing while benefiting from cookies:

  • Customize your browser's cookie settings to reflect a comfortable level of security for cookie usage.

  • If cookies don't bother you and you're the only person using the computer, you can set long expiration periods for storing browsing history and personal access data.

  • If you share computer access, you may consider setting your browser to delete individual browsing data every time you close the browser. This allows access to websites that set cookies while removing any visiting information at the end of the session.

  • Install and regularly update antispyware applications. Many spyware detection and prevention apps include website attack detection. This prevents the browser from accessing websites that might exploit browser vulnerabilities or download harmful software.

  • Ensure your browser is always up to date. Many cookie-based attacks occur by exploiting weaknesses in older browser versions.

Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you wish to access the best and largest websites on the internet, whether local or international. With a clear understanding of how they operate and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures to confidently browse the internet.

15.10. How Can I Disable Cookies?
Disabling and refusing to accept cookies can make certain websites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Additionally, refusing to accept cookies does not mean you will no longer receive/view online advertising.

It is possible to set your browser not to accept these cookies, or you can set the browser to accept cookies from a specific site. However, for example, if you are not registered using cookies, you will not be able to leave comments.

All modern browsers offer the ability to change cookie settings. These settings are usually found in the “options” or “preferences” menu of your browser.

To understand these settings, the following links may be useful, or you can use the “help” option in your browser for more details:

  • Cookie Settings in Internet Explorer

  • Cookie Settings in Mozilla Firefox

  • Cookie Settings in Chrome

  • Cookie Settings in Apple Safari

  • Cookie Settings in Opera

For cookie settings generated by third parties, you can also consult the site: http://www.youronlinechoices.com/ro/

15.11. Useful Links
If you want to learn more about cookies and their uses, we recommend the following links:

For more details regarding privacy issues, you can also access the following links:


    Last modify: March 15 2022.

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