Cookies Policy
Introduction
This Cookie Policy applies to all users of www.medicover.cy website. The information below is intended to inform the users of this website (hereinafter referred to as the "web page", "site" or "website") about the placement, use and management of cookies when browsing this website.
What are cookies?
We use the term "cookies" to refer to cookies and similar technologies through which information can be collected automatically.
An "Internet Cookie" (also known as "browser cookie" or "HTTP cookie" or "cookie") is a small file, consisting of letters and numbers, which will be stored on the computer, mobile terminal or other device a user may use to access the Internet.
Cookies are installed through a request issued by a web server to a browser (e.g.: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome). Once installed, cookies have a fixed lifetime, remaining "passive" in the sense that they do not contain software, viruses or spyware and will not access the information on the user’s hard drive where they were installed.
A cookie consists of two parts:
- the name of the cookie; and
- the content or value of the cookie.
From a technical point of view, only the web server that sent the cookie can access it again when a user returns to the web page associated with that web server.
A cookie itself does not request personal information for later use. Also, in general, an Internet cookie does not personally identify an Internet user.
For what purposes are cookies used on this website:
Cookies are used to provide users of this website with a better browsing experience and services adapted to the needs and interests of each individual user, namely to:
- improve the use of this website, including by identifying any errors that may occur while users visit/use it;
- provide anonymous statistics on how this website is used by MEDICOVER Laboratories Cyprus, as the owner of this website;
- anticipate information and articles that will be made available to users on this website in the future, depending on the services accessed.
Based on the feedback sent through cookies about how this website is used, MEDICOVER Laboratories Cyprus can take measures to optimize the website and make it more accessible to its users.
Thus, the use of cookies allows the memorization of certain settings/preferences established by the users of this website, such as:
- to remember user functions/services;
- to generate anonymous statistical data about how the website is used by users;
- to ensure the proper functioning of the website;
- to customize the advertising developed by MEDICOVER Laboratories Cyprus.
A user has the possibility to delete cookies at any time. They only need to access the settings of the Internet browser used. It is important to remember that most modern browsers, including Safari, Mozilla, Edge, Internet Explorer, Opera or Chrome, offer users the possibility to change cookie settings. These settings can be changed by accessing the options section or the preferences menu (depending on the browser used). Some cookies are automatically deleted when you leave the website. Other cookies may remain on your device or computer until you delete them. These cookies allow us to recognize your browser the next time you use our website and also to display content relevant to you.
You can set your browser to notify you when we send you cookies and thus allow access to cookies individually, so that, in some cases, you may accept cookies or block them. Users who choose to disable their cookies should also be aware that disabling cookies may limit the functionality of the website.
What is the lifespan of cookies?
The lifespan of cookies can vary significantly, depending on the purpose for which it is used. The following categories of cookies also determine their lifespan:
- Session Cookies – A "session cookie" is a cookie that is temporarily stored in the cookie folder of the user’s browser. The cookie is stored until the user leaves the website or closes the browser.
- Persistent or fixed cookies - A "persistent" or "fixed cookie" is a cookie that remains stored on the user's terminal until it reaches a certain expiration date (which can be minutes, days or several years) or until it is deleted by the user at any time via the browser settings. Such cookies also include the cookies stored by a different internet page than the one the user is browsing, also known as "third-party cookies". These cookies can remember a user's interests (what he visits on an Internet page), so that later on, the advertising displayed in other locations or on the same internet page may be more relevant.
What are third party cookies?
As mentioned above, certain sections of the website can be provided by third parties, i.e. not by MEDICOVER Laboratories Cyprus, and these represent the cookies placed by third parties ("third party cookies").
Third-party cookie providers must also comply with the data protection rules and the Privacy Policy available on this website.
These cookies may come from the following third parties: Google Analytics, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn.
What cookies are used on this website:
By using/visiting the website, the following cookies can be stored:
- Necessary cookies – these are required for the functioning of the website, enabling basic functions such as navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Preference cookies – these cookies allow our site to remember your choices (such as your language or region) in order to provide a more personalized online experience. These cookies can also be used to remember changes related to the size of text, fonts and other customizable parts of a web page. Similarly, they can be used to track which products or videos you watch to avoid repetition and to allow you to access social media platforms. These cookies may include personal data that you have disclosed. If you do not accept these cookies, it may affect the performance and functionality of the website and may restrict access to its content.
- Statistics cookies – these cookies allow us to understand how you interact with our website, for example which pages are accessed most often or if you encounter navigation errors on certain pages, so that we can measure and improve the performance of our website. These cookies do not identify you as a natural person. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. These are only used to improve the way a website works.
- Marketing cookies – these cookies are used to provide content more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to remember the website visit, the pages accessed, the articles read in order to increase the level of relevance of the advertisements displayed on our page, to provide you with targeted advertising, as well as to measure the effectiveness of the advertising campaigns developed by MEDICOVER Laboratories Cyprus. This information is shared with other parties, including advertisers. These cookies may also be related to website functionalities provided by third parties.
The website www.medicover.cy uses the following cookies:
Necessary cookies
- Session cookies
Purpose: Session cookie required for the proper functioning of the website (maintains the user session / security).
Duration: Session. - https://www.medicover.cy/
Purpose: Stores the user’s cookie consent choice (so the cookie notice is not shown again after acceptance).
Duration: 1 year. - nrid (Convert Forms)
Purpose: Identifies returning visitors for form functionality (set after a form submission).
Duration: 2 years. - NID (Google) (only when Google Maps is loaded)
Purpose: Cookie set by Google when embedded Google services are used (e.g., Google Maps). Helps the service work correctly and may store preferences/security-related settings.
Duration: ~6 months (based on browser expiry).
Statistics cookies
- _ga (Google Analytics 4)
Purpose: Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how visitors use the website.
Duration: 2 years. - _ga_9XRWEX4847 (Google Analytics 4)
Purpose: Used by GA4 to persist session state / collect session-related analytics.
Duration: 2 years
Marketing cookies
- None.
We do not use marketing/advertising cookies (e.g., Google Ads / remarketing / Meta Pixel) on this website at the moment.
Plugins list
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4): used to measure and analyze website traffic and usage.
- Google Maps (embedded map): used to display locations and provide map functionality.
- EB Sticky Cookie Notice: used to display the cookie notice and store the user’s consent choice.
- Convert Forms: used to provide contact/form functionality (submitted messages are stored in the website administration area for follow-up).
Some cookies are set only after you interact with specific features (e.g., forms or embedded maps).
What type of information is stored and accessed through cookies?
Cookies store information in a small text file that allows the browser to be recognized. This website recognizes the browser until the cookies expire or are deleted.
Cookies themselves do not require personal information to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify Internet users. Personal data collected through the use of cookies can only be collected to facilitate certain functionalities for the user. This data is encrypted in a way that makes it impossible for unauthorized persons to access it.
You can prevent cookies from being saved/stored by changing the settings of your browser. However, please note that such an action may prevent you from using all the functions on this website and on other websites. In addition, you can prevent information generated by a cookie related to your use of the website (including your IP address) from being transmitted to Google and processed by Google. To do that, click on the following link and download and install the browser shutdown option: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=ro
Customizing your browser cookies settings
If the use of cookies is not bothersome and the computer or technical device used to browse this website is used only by you, you can set long expiration periods for storing your browsing history.
If the computer or technical device used to browse this website is used by several people, you can enable the option to delete individual browsing data each time the browser is closed.
How can cookies be disabled?
You can control and/or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the way our website works. For example, some features may not function properly, and you may need to re-accept the cookie notice the next time you visit.
How to manage cookies in your browser:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
You can also delete cookies that have already been stored on your device via your browser’s history/privacy tools.
If you want to avoid cookies set by embedded third-party services (such as Google Maps), you may choose not to load those embedded elements or adjust your browser settings to block third-party cookies.
Security and privacy issues
Cookies are NOT viruses! They use plain text formats. They are not made up of pieces of code, so they cannot be executed, nor can they auto-run. Consequently, they cannot be duplicated or replicated to other networks to run or replicate. Since they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.
Cookies can however be used for negative purposes, as they store information about the preferences and browsing history of users, both on a specific website and on several other websites; cookies can be used as a form of Spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this fact and constantly mark cookies for deletion during anti-virus/anti-spyware deletion/scanning procedures.
In general, browsers have integrated privacy settings that provide different levels of cookie acceptance, expiration periods and automatic deletion after the user has visited a certain website.
Since identity protection is very valuable and is a right of every Internet user, it is advisable to know what possible problems cookies can create. Since cookies are used to constantly transmit information in both directions between the browser and the website, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes during such a transmission, the information contained in the cookie can be intercepted.
Although very rare, this can happen if the browser connects to the server using an unencrypted network (an unsecured WiFi network).
Other cookie-based attacks involve incorrectly setting cookies on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can use this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information over unsecured channels. Attackers then use the information to gain unauthorized access to certain websites. It is very important to be careful in choosing the most appropriate method of protecting your personal information.
Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the best and largest websites on the Internet - local or international. Having a clear understanding of how they work and what are their benefits, can help you take the necessary security measures so that you may surf the Internet securely.
Disabling and rejecting cookies may make certain websites impractical or difficult to visit and use.
It is possible to set the browser so that these cookies are no longer accepted or you can set the browser to accept cookies from a specific website. For example, if you are not registered using cookies, you will not be able to leave comments on the website.
All modern browsers offer the possibility to change cookie settings. These settings can usually be accessed via the "options" section or in the "preferences" menu of your browser. For any further questions about how cookies are used on this website, please contact us at:
