LEGAL DOCUMENT

COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: March 11, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies help us provide you with a better experience by enabling us to monitor which pages you find useful and which you do not. A cookie does not give us access to your computer or any information about you, other than the data you choose to share with us.

How We Use Cookies

STYKALABRIA uses cookies for the following purposes:

1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

  • Session management
  • Theme preferences
  • Cookie consent storage
  • Security features

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Language preferences
  • Accessibility settings
  • User interface customizations

3. Analytics Cookies

We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website:

  • Page views and navigation paths
  • Time spent on pages
  • Technical performance metrics

4. Advertising Cookies (With Consent)

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements:

  • Google AdSense cookies
  • Ad performance tracking
  • Fraud prevention

Important: We only enable advertising cookies with your explicit consent. By default, ads are shown in non-personalized mode.

Types of Cookies We Use

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser. Used for session management.

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. Store preferences.

First-Party Cookies

Set by STYKALABRIA directly. Used for core functionality and preferences.

Third-Party Cookies

Set by external services like Google. Used for analytics and advertising.

Specific Cookies Used

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
styka-theme Stores your selected theme preference 1 year Essential
styk_cookies Records your cookie consent choice 1 year Essential
styk_visited Tracks if you've visited before 1 year Functional
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours Analytics
__gads Google AdSense - ad delivery 13 months Advertising

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. Here are links to instructions for major browsers:

Google Ad Settings

You can manage your Google ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ad Settings.

Industry Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of interest-based advertising through these industry tools:

Our Commitment to Minimal Tracking

At STYKALABRIA, we believe in minimal data collection. We only use cookies that are necessary for the functioning of our site or that you explicitly consent to. We do not:

  • Sell your data to third parties
  • Track you across unrelated websites
  • Use fingerprinting or other invasive techniques
  • Collect data without your knowledge

Changes to This Policy

We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us: