Cookies Policy
COOKIE POLICY
Company: DGSOFT Cyprus
Trade Name: DGSOFT
Registered Office: Chalkokondili 1, Nicosia, 1071, Cyprus
Telephone: +357 22 314686
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://dgsoft.com.cy
Activity: Software Houses and ERP Integrators
Last updated: Date
Purpose
This Cookie Policy, hereinafter the Policy, is established by DGSOFT Cyprus, hereinafter the Company or DGSOFT, for the purpose of providing complete, clear and transparent information to visitors and users of the website https://dgsoft.com.cy regarding the use of cookies and similar tracking technologies.
This Policy aims to ensure compliance with Regulation EU 2016 679, the General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR, the Cyprus Law 125 I 2018 on the Protection of Natural Persons with regard to the Processing of Personal Data and for the Free Movement of such Data, Directive 2002 58 EC on privacy and electronic communications, as amended, and the Cyprus Law Regulating Electronic Communications and Postal Services, Law 112 I 2004, as amended.
Scope of Application
This Policy applies to all visitors and users of the website https://dgsoft.com.cy, regardless of the device, browser, operating system or access method used.
It concerns exclusively the use of cookies and similar technologies by DGSOFT Cyprus on its own website. This Policy does not apply to third party websites that may be accessed through hyperlinks included on the DGSOFT Cyprus website. Such third party websites are governed by their own cookie and privacy policies.
Definitions
Cookies are small text files stored on the user device when visiting a website. They allow the website to recognise the browser, remember user preferences, support website functionality and, where consent is provided, collect analytics or marketing information.
First party cookies are cookies placed directly by the website visited by the user.
Third party cookies are cookies placed by external service providers, such as analytics, advertising, embedded media or social media platforms.
Session cookies are temporary cookies that are automatically deleted when the browser is closed.
Persistent cookies are cookies that remain on the user device for a defined period or until manually deleted.
Strictly necessary cookies are cookies required for the technical operation, security and basic functionality of the website.
Analytics cookies are cookies used to understand how visitors interact with the website, such as page visits, traffic sources and user behaviour.
Marketing cookies are cookies used to display personalised advertising or measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Data Controller is DGSOFT Cyprus, with registered office at Chalkokondili 1, Nicosia, 1071, Cyprus.
User means any natural person who visits or uses the website.
Basic Principles and Rules
4.1 Principle of Transparency
DGSOFT Cyprus informs users in a clear, concise and understandable way about the categories of cookies used, their purpose, their duration and whether they are placed by DGSOFT Cyprus or by third parties.
4.2 Principle of Consent
DGSOFT Cyprus does not place non essential cookies on the user device unless the user has provided prior, active, specific and freely given consent through the cookie consent mechanism.
Consent may be accepted, refused or customised by the user. The user may withdraw or modify consent at any time through the cookie settings mechanism available on the website.
Under Cyprus and EU cookie rules, storage or access to information on a user device generally requires clear information and consent, except where cookies are strictly necessary for the requested service. (DLA Piper Data Protection)
4.3 Principle of Data Minimisation
DGSOFT Cyprus uses only the cookies that are necessary for the intended purpose. Where analytics or marketing cookies are used, DGSOFT Cyprus limits data collection to what is proportionate and necessary.
4.4 Principle of Security
DGSOFT Cyprus applies appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect any personal data collected through cookies against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction, in accordance with Article 32 GDPR.
Cookie Categories Used
5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper operation of the website. They enable core functions such as security, page navigation, cookie consent storage and session management.
These cookies do not require user consent because the website cannot function properly without them.
Examples may include:
Cookie consent preference cookies
Security cookies
Session cookies
Load balancing or technical operation cookies
5.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help DGSOFT Cyprus understand how visitors use the website. They may collect information such as visited pages, time spent on the website, traffic source, browser type and interaction patterns.
These cookies are used only where the user has provided consent.
Examples may include:
Google Analytics cookies
Traffic measurement cookies
Website performance analysis cookies
5.3 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Marketing cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertising, measure campaign performance or build user interest profiles.
These cookies are used only where the user has provided consent.
Examples may include:
Google Ads cookies
Meta Pixel cookies
Remarketing cookies
Conversion tracking cookies
5.4 Third Party Cookies
The website may include third party services, such as embedded maps, videos, analytics tools, advertising platforms or social media integrations. These providers may place cookies on the user device, subject to the user consent where required.
DGSOFT Cyprus does not control the full operation of third party cookies. Users are advised to review the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant third party providers.
Consent Management
When the user first visits the website, a cookie banner or cookie consent mechanism is displayed. Through this mechanism, the user may:
Accept all cookies
Reject all non essential cookies
Select specific cookie categories
Change or withdraw consent at any time
Non essential cookies are not activated before consent is given.
DGSOFT Cyprus maintains records of cookie consent choices for accountability purposes under GDPR.
User Rights
Where cookies involve the processing of personal data, the user may exercise the rights provided under GDPR and Cyprus data protection law, including:
Right of access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure
Right to restriction of processing
Right to object
Right to data portability
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with the Cyprus Commissioner for Personal Data Protection
The Cyprus Commissioner for Personal Data Protection is the competent supervisory authority for personal data protection matters in Cyprus. (Data Protection Agency)
How Users Can Manage Cookies
Users may manage or delete cookies through:
The cookie settings mechanism available on the DGSOFT Cyprus website
The browser settings of their device
The privacy settings of third party platforms, where applicable
Users should be aware that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality, security or availability of certain parts of the website.
Company Obligations
DGSOFT Cyprus undertakes to:
Provide clear and understandable information about cookie use
Request user consent before placing non essential cookies
Allow users to withdraw or modify consent easily
Maintain records of cookie consent
Use cookies only for legitimate and disclosed purposes
Review and update this Policy when required
Apply appropriate security measures for any personal data collected through cookies
User Obligations
Users are encouraged to:
Read this Policy carefully before using the website
Manage their cookie preferences through the provided mechanism
Review this Policy periodically for updates
Understand that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality
Violations and Consequences
Any violation of this Policy or applicable data protection legislation may result in legal, regulatory or contractual consequences.
Under GDPR, infringements may lead to administrative fines of up to EUR 20,000,000 or up to 4 percent of the total worldwide annual turnover of the preceding financial year, whichever is higher.
DGSOFT Cyprus is committed to investigating any reported violation promptly and taking appropriate corrective measures within a reasonable timeframe.
Policy Review
This Policy may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect changes in applicable law, technology, third party services or DGSOFT Cyprus business practices.
Any updated version will be published on the website https://dgsoft.com.cy and will indicate the date of the latest revision.
Users are encouraged to review this Policy regularly.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies by DGSOFT Cyprus, users may contact:
DGSOFT Cyprus
Chalkokondili 1
Nicosia, 1071
Cyprus
Telephone: +357 22 314686
Email: [email protected]
This Cookie Policy forms an integral part of the overall Privacy Policy of DGSOFT Cyprus.
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