Cookie Policy
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the device to be recognised and store certain preferences. They do not damage your device and do not contain viruses.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to (i) remember basic preferences, (ii) analyse website usage and performance and (iii) measure campaign effectiveness (where applicable).
- Maintain preferences during browsing
- Analyse how you use the website (e.g., pages visited, sessions)
- Improve performance and features
- Measure advertising conversions (Google Ads, when active)
Non-essential cookies (analytics/marketing) are only activated with your consent, through the preferences panel.
3. Types of Cookies Used
3.1 Essential
Required for basic site functions (security, minimum technical preference). These cookies cannot be disabled via the panel.
- Session/security cookies: maintain the user session and protect against abuse
- Cookie preference: stores your consent choice
3.2 Analytics
Help us understand site usage in aggregate (Google Analytics 4).
3.3 Marketing
Used to measure campaign effectiveness and conversions (Google Ads).
4. Detailed Cookie and Storage List
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Type | Provider | 1st/3rd party |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users (GA4) | 2 years | Analytics (non-essential) | Google Analytics | 1st-party |
| _ga_[MEASUREMENT_ID] | User session state (GA4) | 2 years | Analytics (non-essential) | Google Analytics | 1st-party |
| _gid | Distinguishes users (GA4) | 24 hours | Analytics (non-essential) | Google Analytics | 1st-party |
| _gat | Limits request rate (throttling) | 1 minute | Analytics (non-essential) | Google Analytics | 1st-party |
| _gcl_au | Measures conversions and attribution (Google Ads) | 3 months | Marketing (non-essential) | Google Ads | 1st-party |
| _vercel_analytics | Measures sessions/visits (Vercel Analytics) | Varies by implementation | Analytics (non-essential) | Vercel | 1st-party |
| _vercel_analytics_session | Session-specific data (Vercel Analytics) | Session | Analytics (non-essential) | Vercel | 1st-party |
cookie-consent (localStorage) | Stores consent preferences | Persistent until removed | Preference (essential for recording your opt-in/opt-out) | Durgesta | Local storage (not a cookie) |
Note: the indicated durations are generally counted from the last visit. They may vary due to provider updates or configuration.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are operated by third parties. For more details, consult their respective policies:
- Google (Analytics and Ads): policies.google.com/privacy
- Vercel Analytics: vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
6. Duration
Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for a period defined by the provider (see table above).
7. Cookie Management
7.1 Website Preferences
You can manage your preferences at any time through the "Cookie Preferences" panel available in the footer. You can enable/disable analytics and marketing cookies. Your choice is stored on your device.
7.2 Browser
You can also manage cookies in your browser settings:
- Chrome: Instructions
- Firefox: Instructions
- Safari: Instructions
- Edge: Instructions
Warning: disabling all cookies may affect site functionality.
8. Opt-out Tools
You can manage personalised advertising and opt-out through:
- Google Ads: Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out
- EDAA: Your Online Choices
9. Legal Basis
- Essential: legitimate interest to ensure the operation and security of the site.
- Analytics and Marketing: user consent (can be withdrawn at any time in the preferences panel).
10. Contact
For questions about cookies or to exercise data protection rights:
Email: info@durgesta.com
Address: Rua Cidade de Madrid, Nº.15, Parque Industrial do Arneiro, 2660-456 S. Julião do Tojal
For more information about personal data processing, see our Privacy Policy.
11. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect technical, legal or operational changes. Relevant changes will be communicated on the website. We recommend regular consultation of this page.
Last updated: October 2025