1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on a user's device (computer, tablet, smartphone) while browsing a website. They are used to recognize the browser on subsequent visits and to collect information about how the website is used.

2. What Cookies Do We Use?

2.1 Necessary Cookies (always active)
Required for the website to function properly. They do not require user consent.
Technical session cookies - ensure secure operation of the website,
Consent banner cookies - store the user's cookie preference choice.

2.2 Analytics Cookies (require consent)
Allow us to analyze website traffic in order to improve its functionality and content. They do not personally identify the user.
Provider: Google Analytics 4 (Google Ireland Limited).
Google Analytics 4 cookies used:
_ga - distinguishes users; retention period: 2 years,
_ga_XXXXXXXXXX - maintains session state; retention period: 2 years,
_gid - distinguishes users within a 24-hour period; retention period: 24 hours.
Detailed information on Google's data processing: https://policies.google.com/privacy

2.3 Marketing Cookies
The website does not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. Should such tools be implemented in the future (e.g. Meta Pixel, advertising networks), this Policy will be updated accordingly, and users will again be asked to provide consent via the cookie banner.

3. How to Manage Cookies

3.1 Consent Banner

On first visiting the website, a banner is displayed allowing the user to select which cookie categories to accept. Consent can be withdrawn or changed at any time using the settings available in the website footer.

3.2 Browser Settings
Cookies can be blocked or deleted directly through browser settings:
Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
Mozilla Firefox: about:preferences#privacy
Microsoft Edge: edge://settings/privacy
Safari: Preferences > Privacy
Please note: blocking all cookies may affect the functioning of certain features of the website.

4. Legal Basis
Processing of data through analytics cookies is based on user consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) and in accordance with Article 173 of the Polish Telecommunications Law. Necessary cookies do not require consent - their use is based on the Controller's legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
The Controller reserves the right to update this Policy in connection with the implementation of new tools or changes in applicable law. The current version is always available on the website at 205.com.pl/polityka-cookies.