ℹ️ This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the website pta-kornesios.com and how you can control them.
1) What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are used to make the website work properly, remember your preferences, and help us improve your experience.
2) How and why we use cookies
We only use strictly necessary cookies for functionality and, if you give consent, preference and/or analytical cookies (traffic statistics). We do not use advertising/targeting cookies.
3) Cookie categories
Necessary (without consent)
Necessary for the basic functioning of the website (e.g. sessions, security, load balancing). Without them, the website cannot function properly.
Preferences (with consent)
They remember user choices/settings (e.g. language, form options).
Analytics (with consent)
They help us understand how the website is used (aggregate statistics) so that we can improve content and performance.
Marketing/Targeted (we do not use)
We do not use marketing or retargeting cookies.
4) Cookies table
Note: The entries below are indicative of a WordPress site with EasyWP and WPForms forms. If you add or remove services/plugins, please update the table.
Necessities
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_test_cookie | pta-kornesios.com (WordPress) | Checks if the browser accepts cookies. | Session | HTTP |
| wp-settings-* | pta-kornesios.com (WordPress) | Stores user/admin preferences in WP admin. | 1 year | HTTP |
| wp-settings-time-* | pta-kornesios.com (WordPress) | Time of application of user settings. | 1 year | HTTP |
| __cf_bm / cf_chl_* (if applicable) | Cloud/hosting (eg EasyWP/Cloudflare) | Bot/malicious traffic protection, load balancing. | 30 minutes (typical) | HTTP |
Preferences
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wpforms_* (e.g. wpforms_u) | pta-kornesios.com (WPForms) | Remembers form options/state (e.g. avoid double submission). | Up to 1 year (per setting) | HTTP |
Analytics
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| server logs (without cookies) | EasyWP / server | Aggregated traffic statistics and security. | According to hosting policy | — |
5) Consent, withdrawal & change of settings
When you visit the site for the first time, a consent banner appears. You can accept, reject or customize cookie categories. You can revoke or change your consent at any time:
Alternatively, you can manage cookies via your browser (e.g. delete existing cookies, block new ones). If you block essential cookies, some features may not be available.
6) International transfers
Not We transfer data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for cookie/tracking purposes.
7) Conservation
Cookies are stored for the duration indicated in the tables (session or permanent). You can delete them at any time through your browser settings.
8) Your rights & contact
For your rights regarding personal data (access, correction, deletion, objection, withdrawal of consent, etc.), see the Privacy Policy us or contact us at info@pta-kornesios.com.
You have the right to file a complaint with the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection (Cyprus): www.dataprotection.gov.cy.
9) Changes to the Cookies Policy
We may periodically update this policy to reflect changes in our use of cookies or legal requirements. Please check the “Last updated” section.