COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: June 23, 2025
Effective Date: June 23, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
This Cookie Policy explains how MICRO DIGITAL ELECTRONICS CORP S.R.L. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://vendor.energy (the “Website”). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
Controller Information:
MICRO DIGITAL ELECTRONICS CORP S.R.L.
Registration Number: 50047468
Address: Splaiul Unirii nr. 16, office 705, Bucharest, Sector 4, Romania
Email: info@vendor.energy
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Types of cookies we use:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
- First-party cookies: Set by our Website
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., Google Analytics)
3. LEGAL BASIS FOR USING COOKIES
We use cookies based on:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f))
No consent required – These cookies are essential for the Website to function.
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
Legal Basis: Consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a))
Consent required – These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website.
3.3 Functional Cookies
Legal Basis: Consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a))
Consent required – These cookies enhance your experience on our Website.
3.4 Marketing Cookies
Legal Basis: Consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a))
Consent required – These cookies are used for marketing and advertising purposes.
4. COOKIES WE USE
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session | Session | First-party |
| csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| wp_session | WordPress session management | Session | First-party |
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for Website functionality.
4.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| ga[ID] | Stores campaign and traffic source info | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Google Analytics |
Purpose: These cookies help us understand:
- How visitors interact with our Website
- Which pages are most popular
- How visitors navigate through our Website
- Website performance and loading times
- Traffic sources and user demographics
4.3 Functional Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| language_preference | Remembers your language choice | 1 year | First-party |
| newsletter_popup | Controls newsletter signup popup display | 30 days | First-party |
| user_preferences | Stores your Website preferences | 1 year | First-party |
4.4 Marketing Cookies (Future Use)
Currently, we do not use marketing cookies. If we implement them in the future, we will:
- Update this Cookie Policy
- Obtain your explicit consent
- Provide clear information about their purpose
5. GOOGLE ANALYTICS
We use Google Analytics to analyze Website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our Website.
Data Collected:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring websites
- Browser and device information
- Geographic location (country/region level)
- User interactions and behavior patterns
Data Sharing: Google Analytics data may be shared with Google and processed in the United States under appropriate safeguards including:
- EU-US Data Privacy Framework compliance
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Google’s privacy and security commitments
Opt-out Options:
- Use our cookie consent tool to disable analytics cookies
- Install Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Enable “Do Not Track” in your browser settings
More Information: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
6. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES
6.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our Website, you’ll see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by category
- Access detailed information about each cookie type
6.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer
- Accessing the cookie preference center
- Contacting us at info@vendor.energy
6.3 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
6.4 Mobile Devices
iOS Safari: Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies Android Chrome: Settings > Site Settings > Cookies
7. CONSEQUENCES OF DISABLING COOKIES
7.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Disabling these cookies will prevent the Website from functioning properly and may result in:
- Inability to submit forms
- Loss of security features
- Session management issues
7.2 Analytics Cookies
Disabling these cookies will:
- Not affect Website functionality
- Limit our ability to improve user experience
- Reduce our understanding of Website performance
7.3 Functional Cookies
Disabling these cookies may result in:
- Loss of personalized settings
- Repeated display of informational popups
- Reduced Website convenience
8. SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
In addition to cookies, we may use:
8.1 Local Storage
Stores data locally in your browser for enhanced performance and user experience.
8.2 Session Storage
Temporarily stores data during your browser session.
8.3 Web Beacons/Pixels
Small transparent images used to track email opens and Website interactions.
8.4 Server Logs
Automatically collected information about your visits, including IP addresses and access times.
9. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
9.1 Current Third-Party Services
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Google Fonts: Web font delivery service
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Improved Website performance
9.2 Future Services
We may integrate additional third-party services such as:
- Live chat platforms
- Marketing automation tools
- Social media widgets
- Video hosting services
Notice: We will update this policy and obtain necessary consents before implementing new third-party services that use cookies.
10. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Some cookies and similar technologies may involve international data transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate protection levels
- Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contractual safeguards
- Binding Corporate Rules: Internal data protection rules for multinational companies
- Certification Schemes: Privacy certification programs
11. DATA RETENTION
Cookie data is retained for different periods:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Deleted after their specified expiry date
- Analytics data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Preference cookies: Retained for 1 year or until you change settings
12. YOUR RIGHTS
Under GDPR, you have rights regarding cookies and personal data:
12.1 Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time through our cookie preference center.
12.2 Right to Information
You have the right to clear information about cookies we use (provided in this policy).
12.3 Right to Object
You can object to the use of cookies based on legitimate interests.
12.4 Data Subject Rights
All rights from our Privacy Policy apply to data collected through cookies.
13. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our cookie usage
- New legal requirements
- Technology updates
- Third-party service changes
Notification of Changes:
- Updated policy posted on our Website
- Email notification to newsletter subscribers (for material changes)
- Updated “Last Updated” date
- Cookie consent banner update (if required)
14. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT
This Cookie Policy complies with:
- EU ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC)
- GDPR (Regulation 2016/679)
- Romanian Law No. 506/2004 on personal data processing
- Law No. 190/2018 implementing GDPR in Romania
- PECR (UK) – if applicable to UK visitors
15. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights:
General Inquiries: MICRO DIGITAL ELECTRONICS CORP S.R.L.
Email: info@vendor.energy
Privacy-Related Inquiries: Vitaly Peretyachenko
Email: vp@vendor.energy
Postal Address: Splaiul Unirii nr. 16, office 705
Bucharest, Sector 4, Romania
Supervisory Authority: ANSPDCP (Romanian Data Protection Authority)
Website: anspdcp.ro
Email: anspdcp@dataprotection.ro
16. TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION
16.1 Cookie Consent Management
We implement consent management through:
- Cookie banner on first visit
- Granular consent options
- Easy withdrawal mechanism
- Consent logging and records
- Regular consent renewal prompts
16.2 Cookie Scanning
We regularly scan our Website to ensure:
- Accurate cookie inventory
- Proper categorization
- Compliance with stated purposes
- No unauthorized cookies
This Cookie Policy is governed by Romanian law and EU regulations. For technical questions about cookie implementation, please contact our technical team at info@vendor.energy
