This Cookie Policy explains how Friary WBWR ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on Spheniyccu (spheniyccu.world). By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a specified period).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • To ensure our website functions properly
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • To improve user experience and website performance
  • To understand how visitors interact with our content

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Essential for the website to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality such as navigation and security features.

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Can be disabled: No - these are required for the website to work

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This includes page views, visitor numbers, traffic sources, and user behavior patterns.

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes - you can opt out via our cookie banner

3.3 Marketing Cookies

Purpose: Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging content. These cookies may be set by third-party advertising partners.

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes - you can opt out via our cookie banner

4. Cookie Details

Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
cookieConsent Necessary Stores cookie consent preferences 1 year
session_id Necessary Maintains user session Session
_ga Analytics Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_gid Analytics Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages:

  • Google Analytics: Analyzes website usage and visitor behavior
  • Google Maps: Displays interactive maps on our contact page

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to manage or delete cookies:

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences by cookie type

Browser Settings

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

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • View and delete individual cookies

To learn how to manage cookies, visit:

⚠️ Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of our website.

7. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to store your cookie preferences. This information is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we provide you with the ability to manage cookie preferences as described above.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Friary WBWR
Avenida da Liberdade 245
1250-096 Lisbon, Portugal
Phone: +351 21 555 2740
Email: [email protected]