1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Atek Software, a company established in Iași, Romania, uses cookies and similar technologies in connection with the Aflux platform, available at aflux.io.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website or use a web application. Similar technologies, such as local storage, session storage, and tracking pixels, may also be used to enable core functionality, improve performance, and enhance user experience.
This Cookie Policy applies to:
- The aflux.io website
- The Aflux web application, to the extent that cookies or similar technologies are used
This Cookie Policy should be read together with the Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how Atek Software processes personal data and your rights under applicable data protection laws.
2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device by a website or web application when you visit or use it. Cookies are widely used to enable core functionality, ensure security, improve performance, and provide a better user experience.
In addition to cookies, the Aflux platform may use similar technologies, including:
- Local storage, which allows information to be stored in your browser to remember preferences or settings
- Session storage, which temporarily stores information for the duration of a browsing session
- Pixels or tags, which are small pieces of code that may be used to understand usage patterns or support analytics or communications, where applicable
Cookies may be classified based on their duration:
- Session cookies, which are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a defined period or until they are deleted
These technologies are used only for the purposes described in this Cookie Policy and in accordance with applicable law.
3. Types of Cookies Used
The following types of cookies may be used on the Aflux platform:
3.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the operation of the Aflux website and web application. These cookies enable core functionality and ensure that the Platform operates securely and reliably.
Such cookies are used for purposes including:
- Authentication, allowing users to log in and remain authenticated while using the Services
- Session management, maintaining active user sessions and enabling navigation between pages
- Security, protecting the Platform and users against unauthorized access, abuse, and fraudulent activity
- Load balancing, ensuring stable performance and availability of the Services
These cookies are required for the proper functioning of the Platform and do not require user consent under applicable data protection and cookie laws.
3.2 Preference / Functional Cookies
Preference or functional cookies may be used to enhance your experience when using the Aflux website or web application by remembering choices you make and settings you configure.
Such cookies may be used for purposes including:
- Storing language preferences or regional settings
- Remembering user interface preferences, such as layout or display options
- Saving user-selected settings to provide a more personalized experience
Depending on how these cookies are implemented and the applicable legal requirements, user consent may be required before such cookies are placed on your device. Where required, these cookies will be used only after you have provided your consent through the available cookie preference controls.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies may be used to collect information about how users interact with the Aflux website or web application, such as which pages are visited and how features are used. This information helps Atek Software understand usage patterns and improve the performance, functionality, and user experience of the Platform.
Where possible, analytics data is collected in an aggregated and anonymized form and is not used to directly identify individual users.
Under applicable EU data protection and cookie laws, analytics cookies require user consent. Accordingly, such cookies are used only after you have provided your consent through the cookie consent mechanism, and you may withdraw your consent at any time.
3.4 Marketing / Advertising Cookies
Marketing or advertising cookies may be used to track user activity across websites or applications for the purpose of delivering promotional content or measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. These cookies are typically set by third-party providers.
Such cookies may be used for purposes including:
- Promotional or advertising tracking
- Measuring the performance of marketing campaigns
- Delivering relevant information about products or services
Under applicable EU data protection and cookie laws, marketing and advertising cookies always require explicit user consent and are used only after such consent has been provided through the cookie consent mechanism.
If the Aflux website or Platform does not use marketing or advertising cookies, this will be clearly stated, and no such cookies will be placed on your device.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies or similar technologies used in connection with the Aflux website or web application may be set by third-party providers, such as:
- Analytics providers, used to collect aggregated information about usage and performance
- Embedded services or integrations, where content or functionality from third parties is made available through the Platform
These third-party cookies are governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective third parties. Atek Software does not control the placement or operation of such cookies and is not responsible for the data processing practices of third-party providers.
Where applicable, links to the relevant third-party privacy or cookie policies will be provided so that users can review how such third parties process data.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies and similar technologies used on the Aflux website and web application may have different lifetimes, depending on their purpose.
- Session-based cookies are temporary and are automatically deleted when you close your browser or end your session. These cookies are typically used to support core functionality such as authentication and session management.
- Cookies with a fixed expiration remain on your device for a defined period of time or until they are deleted. These cookies may be used to remember preferences or settings across visits.
Cookies are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill their intended purpose and in accordance with applicable data protection and cookie laws.
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
The use of cookies and similar technologies on the Aflux website and web application is based on the following legal grounds, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the EU ePrivacy Directive:
- Essential cookies are used on the basis of Atek Software's legitimate interests and the necessity to provide the requested services. These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation, security, and functionality of the Platform and do not require user consent.
- Non-essential cookies, including preference, analytics, and marketing cookies (where applicable), are used only on the basis of the user's consent. Such cookies are placed on the user's device only after consent has been provided through the cookie consent mechanism.
Atek Software ensures that cookie usage complies with applicable GDPR and ePrivacy requirements and that users are provided with clear and transparent choices regarding non-essential cookies.
7. Cookie Consent Management
Atek Software uses a cookie banner or consent management tool to inform users about the use of cookies and similar technologies and to obtain consent where required by applicable law.
The cookie consent mechanism provides users with clear options to:
- Accept all non-essential cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences by category
Users may withdraw or change their consent at any time by accessing the cookie settings available on the website or within the Platform. Changes to consent preferences take effect going forward and do not affect the lawfulness of cookie use based on consent before it was withdrawn.
8. How to Control Cookies
You can control the use of cookies and similar technologies in the following ways:
- In-app / website cookie settings: You may manage your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie settings available on the Aflux website or within the Platform, where you can enable or disable non-essential cookie categories.
- Browser-level controls: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, including blocking or deleting cookies already stored on your device. Instructions for managing cookies can typically be found in your browser's help or support documentation.
- Impact of disabling cookies: Please note that disabling certain cookies, particularly strictly necessary cookies, may affect the functionality, security, or availability of the website or Platform and may prevent some features from working properly.
Cookie preferences apply only to the browser or device on which they are set and may need to be updated if you use multiple devices or browsers.
9. Updates to the Cookie Policy
Atek Software reserves the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the use of cookies, applicable laws, or operational practices.
Any updates will be published on the Aflux website, and the effective date at the top of the Cookie Policy will be revised accordingly. Where required by applicable law or where changes are material, users may be notified through the website, the Platform, or other reasonable means.
Continued use of the website or Platform after the effective date of an updated Cookie Policy constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies and similar technologies, you may contact Aflux using the contact information provided in this policy.
For more information about how personal data is processed, please refer to the Privacy Policy, which is available on the Aflux website.