Cookies Policy of Metary

Effective Date: September 4, 2023

Introduction

At METARY we are committed to providing our users with the best possible experience on our platform. To do this, we use cookies and similar technologies that allow us to personalise the user experience, analyse user activity on the platform and display personalised advertising.

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device when you access our platform. These files allow us to recognise your device and remember your preferences and browsing habits. We also use similar technologies, such as tracking pixels, to collect information about users' browsing activity on the platform and to personalise the advertising displayed.

In this cookie policy we detail information about the use of cookies and similar technologies on the METARY platform, as well as the options that users must control the use of cookies. This policy aims to provide transparency and trust to our users in relation to the use of cookies on our platform.

As part of our commitment to privacy and personal data protection, all cookies, and similar technologies that we use on our platform comply with the data protection laws and regulations applicable in Spain and the European Union, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We want to ensure that our users understand how we use cookies and similar technologies on METARY, and how they can control their use. We therefore recommend that you read this cookie policy carefully before using our platform and contact us if you have any questions or queries about the use of cookies on METARY.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device when you access our platform. These files allow the platform to recognise the user's device and remember their preferences and browsing habits. Cookies can be "session" or "persistent". Session cookies are automatically deleted when the user closes the browser, while persistent cookies remain on the user's device for a certain period, even after the user has closed the browser.

Cookies can be "own" or "third party". First-party cookies are created by the platform itself, while third-party cookies are created by third parties and are used to track the user's browsing activity on the platform and on other websites.

Cookies may be essential to the operation of the platform, allowing users to access protected areas of the platform or to use personalised functions. Cookies are also used to analyse how users use the platform and to display personalised advertising.

METARY uses cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience, analyse user activity on the platform and display personalised advertising. We use our own and third-party cookies for different purposes, including the analysis of user browsing activity and the personalisation of advertising. These cookies allow us to offer a more personalised platform adapted to the needs and preferences of each user.

It is important to note that all cookies used on METARY comply with the data protection laws and regulations applicable in Spain and the European Union, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We want to guarantee the privacy and protection of our users' personal data and comply with data protection rules and regulations.

What kind of cookies does METARY use?

At METARY we use various types of cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience, analyse user activity on the platform and personalise the advertising displayed. The types of cookies used on METARY are as follows:

Technical cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of the platform and allow the user to navigate the platform and use its functionalities. These cookies do not collect information about the user that can be used for marketing or advertising purposes. For example, we use cookies to remember whether the user is logged in to the platform or to remember certain platform display preferences.
Personalisation cookies: These cookies allow the user to access the platform with certain predefined characteristics, such as language, region, or news feed. These cookies may collect information about the user's browsing activity on the platform to personalise the user's experience on the platform. For example, we use cookies to remember users' viewing preferences and to provide content recommendations based on their browsing activity.
Analytics cookies: These cookies collect information about how users use the platform, such as pages visited, time spent on the platform or platform performance. These cookies are used to improve the functionality and performance of the platform and to analyse user activity on the platform. For example, we use cookies to analyse user behaviour on the platform and to make improvements to the platform based on these analyses.
Advertising cookies: These cookies allow personalised advertisements to be displayed on the Platform based on the user's browsing activity. These cookies may collect information about the user's browsing activity on the Platform and on other websites to personalise the advertising displayed on the Platform. For example, we use cookies to display personalised advertising to users based on their interests and preferences.

In addition to cookies, we also use similar technologies, such as tracking pixels, to collect information about users' browsing activity on the Platform and to personalise the advertising displayed.

It is important to note that all cookies and similar technologies used on METARY comply with the data protection laws and regulations applicable in Spain and the European Union, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We want to ensure the privacy and protection of our users' personal data and comply with data protection rules and regulations.

Which third-party cookies does METARY use?

At METARY we use third-party cookies, mainly for analytics and personalised advertising purposes. These third parties may include web analytics services and online advertising providers.

The web analytics services used by METARY are as follows:

Google Analytics: This is a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. that uses cookies to collect information about users' use of the platform. The information collected by Google Analytics cookies is transmitted to Google's servers in the United States and used to evaluate user activity on the platform and to provide reports and statistics about it.

The online advertising providers used on METARY are the following:

Google AdSense: This is an online advertising service provided by Google, Inc. that uses cookies to display personalised advertisements on the platform based on the user's browsing activity on the platform and on other websites. The cookies used by Google AdSense can be used to collect information about the user's browsing activity on the platform and on other websites, and to personalise the advertising shown on the platform.

How can I control the use of cookies on METARY?

Users can set their browser to refuse all cookies or to alert them when a cookie is being sent. They can also delete cookies stored on their device at any time. However, by disabling or rejecting cookies, some functionalities of the platform may not be available, or the browsing experience may be less satisfactory.

Users can find information on how to disable or delete cookies in their browser settings or browser help. Below are links to information on how to disable cookies in the most common browsers:

Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Apple Safari

How can I find out more about the use of cookies on METARY?

If you have any questions or queries about the use of cookies on METARY, we are available to provide you with additional information and clarify any questions you may have. To contact us, you can send us an email at ifo@metary.org. Our support team will be happy to help you and answer all your questions about the use of cookies on the platform.

Changes to the cookie policy

METARY reserves the right to modify its cookie policy at any time to reflect changes in the way we use cookies and similar technologies on our platform, or to comply with changes in applicable legislation or regulation. We encourage you to review our cookie policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and similar technologies on our platform.

Any changes to the cookie policy will be published on the METARY platform and will be communicated to users via the email address they have provided. By accepting our cookie policy, you agree to receive these notifications by email. By continuing to use the METARY platform after such modifications have been made, you will be deemed to have accepted the modifications to the cookie policy. If you do not agree to the changes to the cookie policy, you may stop using the METARY platform and request deletion of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

At METARY we take the privacy and data protection of our users seriously and are committed to ensuring that our users have control over how cookies and similar technologies are used on our platform. If you have any questions or concerns about our cookie policy, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at info@metary.org.