Cookies Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on a user’s device when they visit a website. Their purpose is to enable the proper functioning of the website, remember browsing preferences, improve the user experience, and collect statistical information about the use of the services provided. Cookies may be stored temporarily during a browsing session or remain on the device for a specified period for future visits.
Cookies allow a website to recognize a user’s device and remember information about their visit.
- Ensure the proper functioning of the website.
- Remember user preferences and settings.
- Analyze website traffic and browsing behavior.
- Improve the quality of services provided.
- Facilitate access to specific content and functionalities.
- Maintain security measures during website use.
2. Cookies Used on This Website (Placed Cookies)
The following sections describe the categories of cookies that may be used on this website. The actual installation of some cookies depends on the user’s consent preferences and website configuration.
2.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic operation of the website and to ensure secure browsing.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores the user’s cookie consent preferences. | 12 months |
| session_id | Manages the user’s browsing session. | Session |
| security_token | Enhances browsing security. | Session |
Purpose of these cookies:
- Enable navigation throughout the website.
- Maintain active user sessions.
- Remember cookie preferences.
- Manage basic security functions.
- Ensure the delivery of requested services.
These cookies do not require prior user consent because they are strictly necessary for the operation of the website.
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow the measurement and statistical analysis of website usage.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Statistical user identification. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Session analysis. | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | User differentiation. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Request rate control. | 1 minute |
Information collected may include:
- Number of visitors.
- Pages visited.
- Time spent on the website.
- Browser type.
- Device type.
- Operating system.
- Approximate geographic location.
- Traffic source.
The information collected is used in aggregate and statistical form and does not directly identify individual users.
2.3 Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember settings selected by the user in order to provide a more personalized experience.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language | Stores the selected language. | 12 months |
| user_preferences | Stores browsing preferences. | 12 months |
Examples of associated functionalities:
- Preferred language.
- Content presentation settings.
- Accessibility options.
- Display preferences.
2.4 Embedded Content Cookies
The website may incorporate external content provided by third parties. When users access or interact with such content, third-party providers may install their own cookies.
| Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|
| YouTube | Video playback. |
| Google Maps | Display of interactive maps. |
2.5 Performance and Measurement Cookies
These cookies help evaluate technical aspects of the website’s performance.
- Page loading speed.
- Technical errors encountered.
- Service availability.
- Performance of resources and applications.
- Overall browsing experience quality.
The purpose of these cookies is to improve the stability, security, and performance of the website.
2.6 Updates to the Cookie List
The cookie information included in this Policy is provided for informational purposes and may be updated periodically due to:
- The incorporation of new functionalities.
- Technical modifications to the website.
- Changes introduced by third-party providers.
- Regulatory updates.
- New security or performance requirements.
Users are encouraged to review this Cookie Policy regularly to remain informed about the cookies used by the website.
3. Consent Management
When accessing the website for the first time, users may:
- Accept all cookies.
- Reject all non-essential cookies.
- Configure each cookie category individually.
The selected preferences may be modified at any time through the cookie settings mechanism available on the website.
4. How to Disable or Delete Cookies
Users may configure their browser settings to allow, block, or delete installed cookies.
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge
- Safari: https://support.apple.com/safari
Disabling certain cookies may affect the proper functioning of some website features.
5. User Rights
Users may exercise the rights granted under applicable data protection laws:
- Right of access.
- Right to rectification.
- Right to erasure.
- Right to object.
- Right to restriction of processing.
- Right to data portability.
- Right to withdraw consent.
Requests may be submitted through the channels established by the Autonomous University of Madrid for exercising data protection rights.
6. Identification of the Data Controller
This Cookie Policy governs the use of cookies on the website of:
Centre for Micro Analysis of Materials (CMAM)
Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM)
Cantoblanco Campus
28049 Madrid, Spain
Website: https://www.cmam.uam.es/