Our website uses “cookies” (hereinafter referred to as “cookies”). These are files that store information in your web browser. Your consent is required for their use. Cookies are used in accordance with Act C of 2003 on Electronic Communications, Act CVIII of 2001 on Certain Issues of Electronic Commerce Services and Information Society Services, as well as the regulations of the European Union. Websites operating within the countries of the European Union must request users’ consent to use cookies and to store them on the user’s computer or other device. This policy applies to the cookies used on the www.citysmile.hu website.

2. What are “cookies”?

Cookies are small files containing letters and numbers. A cookie is a means of information exchange between the web server and the user’s browser. These data files cannot be executed, do not contain spyware or viruses, and cannot access the contents of the user’s hard drive.

3. What are cookies used for?

Information sent by cookies helps internet browsers recognize users more easily, enabling them to receive relevant and personalized content. Cookies make browsing more convenient, including aspects related to online data security and relevant advertising. Website operators can also use cookies to create anonymous statistics about visitors’ habits. Using this information, website editors can better tailor the appearance and content of the site.

4. What types of cookies may you encounter?

Websites may use three types of cookies:

– Temporary cookies, which remain on your device until you leave the website.

– Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a longer period depending on your browser settings, or until you delete them.

– Third-party cookies, which are placed in your browser by a third party (e.g. Google Analytics). These cookies are placed in your browser if the website you visit uses services provided by a third party.

Essential session-id cookies: These are necessary for navigating the website and for the proper functioning of its features. Without accepting these cookies, the website or certain parts of it may not display or function properly.

Analytical or performance monitoring cookies: These help distinguish website visitors and collect information about how visitors behave on the website. With these cookies, for example, the website can remember your login if you request it. These cookies do not collect information that can identify you; the data is stored in aggregated and anonymous form (e.g. Google Analytics).

Functional cookies: These cookies are used to improve the user experience. They detect and store, for example, the device you used to access the website or information you have previously provided and requested to be stored, such as automatic login, selected language, text size, font type, or other customizable elements of the website. These cookies do not track your activity on other websites. However, the information they collect may include personal data that you have shared.

Targeting or advertising cookies: These cookies allow websites to provide information (marketing) that is most relevant to your interests. Your explicit consent is required for this. These cookies collect detailed information about your browsing habits.

6. Why are cookies important on the internet?

Cookies play an important role in making browsing more convenient for users, as advertisements and content can be tailored to users based on their browsing history. Disabling or restricting cookies may make some websites unusable. However, disabling or restricting cookies does not mean that users will no longer see advertisements; it only means that the advertisements and content displayed will not be personalized according to the user’s needs and interests. Examples of how cookies are used include:

– Displaying content, services, and products tailored to the user’s needs.

– Providing offers tailored to the user’s interests.

– Remembering login details if requested by the user (stay logged in).

– Remembering parental control filters for internet content (family mode options, safe search functions).

– Limiting the frequency of advertisements shown to a user on a particular website.

– Displaying advertisements relevant to the user.

– Geotargeting.

7. Security and data protection aspects

Cookies are not viruses or spyware. Since they are simple text files, they cannot be executed and therefore cannot be considered programs. However, information may sometimes be hidden in cookies with malicious intent, allowing them to function as spyware. For this reason, antivirus and anti-malware programs may continuously flag cookies for deletion. Because devices used for internet browsing and web servers continuously communicate and exchange data, if an attacker (hacker) interferes with the process, they may extract information stored by cookies. One reason for this may be improperly secured internet (WiFi) settings. Exploiting this vulnerability, data may be obtained from cookies.

8. Managing and deleting cookies

Cookies can be deleted or disabled in the browser you use. Browsers typically allow cookies by default. This setting can be disabled in the browser settings, and existing cookies can also be deleted. Additionally, the browser can be set to notify the user whenever a cookie is sent to their device. However, it is important to note that disabling or restricting these files may negatively affect the browsing experience and may cause errors in the functionality of the website.

– The settings options are usually found in the “Options” or “Settings” menu of your browser. Each browser is different, so please use your browser’s “Help” menu to find the appropriate settings.

– To disable anonymous Google Analytics cookies, you can install a so-called “Google Analytics plug-in” (add-on) in your browser, which prevents the website from sending information about you to Google Analytics.