Last updated: December 22, 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
The Principality of Ruhnu uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
- Session management and user authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and website performance
- Remembering your preferences and settings
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:
- Page views and user interactions
- Traffic sources and referral information
- Popular content and user behavior patterns
- Website performance and error tracking
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance website functionality:
- Language preferences
- Accessibility settings
- Form data retention
- User interface customization
Types of Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set directly by our website. We use them to provide core functionality and improve your user experience.
Third-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by external services we use, such as:
- Google Analytics for website analytics
- Social media platforms for sharing functionality
- Content delivery networks for performance
Session vs. Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser.Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Cookie Duration
Different cookies have different lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when browser is closed
- Short-term cookies: 24 hours to 30 days
- Long-term cookies: Up to 2 years
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
Browser-Specific Instructions
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings β Privacy and Security β Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings β Privacy & Security β Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences β Privacy β Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings β Cookies and site permissions β Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of certain tracking cookies:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- Login functionality may be affected
- Preferences and settings may not be saved
- Some interactive features may not work
- Website performance may be reduced
Mobile Devices
Mobile browsers also support cookie management. Additionally, mobile devices may use other tracking technologies such as:
- Mobile advertising identifiers
- App-specific tracking
- Location-based services
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@ruhnu.org
- Address: Principality of Ruhnu, Ruhnu Island
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