Cookie and Similar Technologies Policy
This Policy explains how the website hlm.ro uses cookies and similar technologies. It supplements the Privacy Policy and applies to any visitor of the website.
→ See the Privacy PolicyWhat are cookies and similar technologies
A cookie is a small text file stored by your browser on your device when you visit a website, allowing the device to be recognized and information about the visit to be retained. By "similar technologies" we mean:
Pixels (web beacons)
Invisible graphic files in pages or emails that detect access to content.
Scripts
JavaScript tags managed through tag management tools (e.g. Google Tag Manager).
Device identifiers
Unique browser identifiers for recognizing repeat visits.
localStorage and sessionStorage
Local browser storage mechanisms for preferences and session states.
Applicable legal framework
GDPR — Reg. (EU) 2016/679
Regulates the processing of personal data collected through cookies that allow the identification of natural persons.
Law no. 506/2004
Processing of data in the electronic communications sector — transposes the ePrivacy Directive into Romanian law.
ANSPDCP and EDPB Guidelines
Recommendations of the national authority and the European Data Protection Board regarding consent and cookies.
Cookie categories we use
Strictly necessary
Essential for operation — session, display preferences, security, cookie consent.
Basis: No consent required. Disableable: No.
Preference
Remember your choices (e.g. language preference).
Basis: Consent — Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. Disableable: Yes.
Analytics and measurement
We understand how the site is used — pages, duration, traffic source. Provider: Google Analytics 4.
Basis: Consent — Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. Disableable: Yes.
Marketing and advertising
hlm.ro does not run online advertising campaigns and does not currently use marketing cookies. This section will be updated if the situation changes — only with explicit consent.
Disableable: N/A — currently inactive.
Social media and embedded content
When viewing YouTube content or interacting with social plugins, the respective providers may place their own cookies. Providers: Google/YouTube, Meta (Facebook/Instagram).
Basis: Consent — Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. Disableable: Yes.
Specific technologies used
Google Analytics 4
Used for aggregate traffic analysis. Activated only with your consent.
Provider: Google Ireland Limited, Dublin 4, Ireland
Data: pages visited, duration, traffic source, partially masked IP
Transfer: Google LLC (USA) — EU-US Data Privacy Framework
Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
IP addresses and identifiers
Partially anonymized IP, cookie identifier, browser type/version, operating system, screen resolution. Used for traffic measurement — not for identifying natural persons.
Cookies used on hlm.ro
Complete list of cookies used on the site. You can manage preferences through the consent banner displayed on your first visit.
| Name | Provider | Category | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| hlm_consent | hlm.ro | Strictly necessary | 1 an | Stores consent preferences (localStorage) |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Analytics | 2 ani | Identifies unique users |
| _ga_XXXXXXXX | Google Analytics | Analytics | 2 ani | GA4 session state |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Analytics | 24 ore | Differentiates users |
How to manage cookies
Consent banner
On your first visit we display the consent banner through which you can accept all, reject non-essential ones or configure categories granularly. Rejection does not affect access to content.
Changing consent
At any time, through the "Cookie settings" button on the site or by deleting cookies from your browser + reloading the page.
Consequences of disabling cookies
What continues to work
Access to all pages and site content remains fully available. Strictly necessary cookies are not affected.
What may be limited
Certain personalization features may be unavailable. We will not be able to improve the site based on aggregate usage data.
Third-party cookies
Certain third-party providers may place their own cookies independently. They have their own privacy policies:
Meta — Facebook / Instagram
Embedded content and interactions with social pages.
→ facebook.com/privacy/policyCONTACT
Changes and contact
We may update this Policy to reflect technological or legislative changes. Significant changes will be communicated through the consent banner.