What are cookie files?Cookie files are electronic data (text information) that are sent by a website, in our case by the website of AZONIK sp. z o.o. These files are stored at a terminal device of the website user (computer, laptop or smart phone) that the user employs to view the website.
Cookie files contain information necessary for correct functioning of websites. They generally include a unique number, the name of the website they were sent from and the period of their retention at the terminal device of the website user. Personal data that are collected with the use of cookies serve only to perform certain user functions. By default, cookie file parameters allow access to the information contained in them only to the server that created them with the data encrypted so as to prevent any unauthorized access.
What are cookie files used for?Thanks to cookie files, using websites is easier and site content, e.g., texts, photos or advertisements, is better adapted to preferences of the user of the website.
Cookie files are used mainly to optimize and personalize website pages. For instance,
- they serve to recognize the website user’s device and ensure the website is displayed in accordance with their preferences, e.g., by remembering the selected font size;
- they adapt the content of website pages to the user’s preferences;
- they record the data and choices of the website user (e.g., there it is no need to enter login and password on every page);
- they serve to generate statistics of website use.
When people visit the website azonik.pl, certain data is collected. The data include:
· the IP address of the website user;
· their location;
· the type and version of the web browser;
· the type and model of the device they use;
· the operating system and other data relating to characteristics of the devices they use to visit the website.
It should be noted that correct operation of the website is only possible if cookies are enabled. Disabling cookies may cause partial or complete loss of website functionality.
In most cases, the software used to view websites (web browser) by default permits storing cookie files on the terminal device of the user. However, the
user may adjust cookie settings at any time. Please find below links to more details on the options and methods of cookie file processing available to be adjusted in the most popular web browsers:
Cookie files are completely safe for your computers, smart phones and other devices that you use to view the website – these files do not affect operation of the devices and do not cause any alterations in the configuration of either the devices or the software installed on them.
Cookies necessary for the correct operation of the site are always enabled.
Other cookies are configurable.