Cookies Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Gera-IT OÜ ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems and are usually only set in response to actions made by you.

• Cookie consent preferences: Remembers your cookie consent choices
• Session cookies: Maintain your session while browsing
• Security cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website.

• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Performance monitoring: Track website loading times and errors

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.

• Language preferences: Remember your preferred language
• Form data: Remember information you've entered in forms
• User interface preferences: Remember your display preferences

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These include:

4.1 Analytics Services

We may use web analytics services to analyze website usage and improve our services. These services may use cookies to collect information about your visits.

4.2 Content Delivery Networks

We use CDN services to deliver content efficiently. These services may place cookies to optimize content delivery.

5. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Website Functionality: To ensure our website works properly
• User Experience: To remember your preferences and improve your experience
• Analytics: To understand how our website is used and identify areas for improvement
• Security: To protect our website and users from security threats
• Communication: To enable contact forms and other communication features

6. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either "session" cookies or "persistent" cookies:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

6.1 Our Cookie Retention Periods

• Essential cookies: Session or up to 1 year
• Performance cookies: Up to 26 months
• Functional cookies: Up to 1 year
• Cookie consent: Up to 1 year

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Learn more about our cookie usage

7.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies that have been set
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear all cookies
• Set preferences for future cookies

7.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings > Advanced > Privacy and security > Content settings > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• Contact forms may not work correctly
• Your preferences may not be remembered
• Some pages may load more slowly
• We may not be able to provide personalized content

9. Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you express a preference not to be tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how Do Not Track signals should be interpreted, so we do not respond to Do Not Track signals.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

12. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:

• AllAboutCookies.org
• Your Online Choices
• ICO Cookie Guidance