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Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 29, 2026

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1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognise your device and retain certain information about your preferences or previous actions.

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2. WHY DO WE USE COOKIES?

The website www.cafedelmars.ro uses cookies for:

  • The proper functioning of the website and the reservation form (strictly necessary cookies).

  • Saving your preferences (functional cookies).

  • Traffic analysis and user experience improvement (analytical cookies via Google Analytics).

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3. TYPES OF COOKIES USED

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

  • Purpose: Essential for the basic functionality of the website.

  • Details:

    • They enable website navigation and the use of core features.

    • They cannot be deactivated in our systems.

    • They do not store any personally identifiable information.

  • Examples:

    • Session cookies (to maintain your browsing session).

    • Reservation form cookies (to save your progress in the form).

    • Security cookies (for protection against malicious attacks).

    • Consent preference cookies (to remember your cookie choices).

  • Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) – necessary for the technical operation of the website. They do not require consent under the ePrivacy Directive.

3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

  • Purpose: Enhance the user experience by remembering your preferences.

  • Details:

    • They save your language preferences.

    • They remember data entered into the reservation form (for your convenience on future visits).

    • They preserve display settings.

  • Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). They require your consent under the ePrivacy Directive.

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3.3 Performance and Analytical Cookies (Google Analytics)

  • Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

  • Provider: Google Ireland Limited

  • Data Collected:

    • Number of visitors

    • Pages visited

    • Time spent on each page

    • Traffic source (where visitors came from)

    • Browser type and device type

    • Approximate geographic location (at city level)

    • IP address (pseudonymized)

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      Google Analytics Specific Cookies:

Cookie Name/Purpose/Duration

_ga - Distinguishes unique users - 2 years

_ga[container-id] - Maintains session state - 2 years

_gid - Distinguishes users - 24 hours

_gat - Throttles request rate - 1 minute

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  • How data is used:

    • All data is aggregated and anonymized.

    • We use the data strictly for internal statistics.

    • We do not share this data with third parties for marketing purposes.

    • Google may use the data to improve its own services in accordance with the Google Privacy Policy.

  • Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). Requires explicit consent under the ePrivacy Directive.

  • International Transfer: Google Analytics data is transferred to Google servers in the USA. Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework and uses Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for data protection.

  • More Information:

    • How Google Analytics uses cookies

    • Data privacy in Google Analytics

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4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Our website does not use remarketing, advertising, or social media cookies.

Note: If you click on links to external sites (such as Facebook or Instagram) from our website, those platforms may set their own cookies. We have no control over third-party cookies and recommend checking the cookie policies of those respective websites.

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5. HOW CAN YOU CONTROL AND DELETE COOKIES?

You have several options to manage cookies:

5.1 On-Site Cookie Banner

On your first visit, you will see a banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies (including Google Analytics).

  • Refuse optional cookies (keeping only strictly necessary ones).

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available via the settings button located in the bottom left corner of the screen.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can configure your browser to block or delete cookies:

  • Google Chrome: Settings $\rightarrow$ Privacy and security $\rightarrow$ Cookies and other site data $\rightarrow$ Choose your preferred option.

  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings $\rightarrow$ Privacy & Security $\rightarrow$ Cookies and Site Data.

  • Safari: Preferences $\rightarrow$ Privacy $\rightarrow$ Cookies and website data.

  • Microsoft Edge: Settings $\rightarrow$ Cookies and site permissions $\rightarrow$ Cookies and data stored.

Warning: Blocking all cookies may negatively affect the functionality of certain websites.

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5.3 Disabling Google Analytics

You can stop Google Analytics tracking through:

  • Option 1: Installing the official browser add-on: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

  • Option 2: Using our website's cookie settings: Click on "Cookie Settings" in the footer and disable Google Analytics.

  • Option 3: Adjusting your Google settings: Visit Google My Activity to adjust your privacy preferences.

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6. DATA RETENTION PERIOD

Cookie Type/Maximum Duration

Session cookies (strictly necessary) - Until the browser is closed

Consent cookie - 12 months

Google Analytics - 2 years

Google Analytics - 24 hours

Google Analytics - 1 minute

After these periods expire, cookies are automatically deleted. ​

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7. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any modifications will be published on this page along with the updated date. We recommend checking this policy periodically. ​

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8. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Can I use the website without accepting analytics cookies?

  • A: Yes, absolutely. Strictly necessary cookies ensure full functionality of the website. Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) are completely optional.

Q: What happens if I refuse analytics cookies?

  • A: The website will function perfectly normally. The only difference is that we will not collect statistics about your visit.

Q: Can I change my mind after accepting cookies?

  • A: Yes, at any time. Use the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer or clear the cookies from your browser settings.

Q: Do you sell my data to third parties?

  • A: No. We do not sell or share your data for marketing purposes. Google Analytics data is used strictly for internal statistics.

Q: Why do you transfer data to the USA?

  • A: Google Analytics is a Google service that processes data in the USA. Google provides adequate safeguards under the GDPR (Data Privacy Framework certification and Standard Contractual Clauses).

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9. CONTACT

For any questions regarding cookies or how we process your data, you can contact us at:

Cafe Del Mars

  • Address: 8 Calea Moților, Cluj-Napoca, Cluj County, Romania

  • Email: contact@cafedelmars.ro

  • Phone: 0745885485

For more information on data protection, please consult our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you confirm that you have understood how we use cookies in accordance with this policy.

Café del MARS

+40745 885 485

Calea Moților 8

Cluj-Napoca, România

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