Privacy Notice on data processing related to the IT operation of the eureka.hu website

The Controller carries out automated data collection on the eureka.hu website, including the use of cookies and Google Analytics. Cookies are small files that are placed on the visitor’s computer (hereinafter: the “User” or “Data Subject”) when they visit the website.

Their types and purposes may differ. The Controller’s website uses cookies for the following purposes:

• ensuring the protection of the website and its secure use;

• collecting statistical data on visitor numbers and site traffic, in order to continuously improve website performance;

• recording the visitor’s settings and usage preferences, and assessing usage patterns to improve the user experience;

• advertising purposes;

• identifying potential malicious IT activities.
  
  

The Controller uses the following types of cookies on the website: essential cookies, statistical and optimisation cookies, functional cookies and marketing cookies. The full list of cookies and their related information, such as storage duration, type and provider, can be accessed in the cookie manager panel displayed at the bottom of the website by clicking the “Show details” button.

Cookies can be classified into the following categories based on retention period:

• Session cookies: deleted automatically when you leave the website.

• Persistent cookies: stored for a longer period. The exact duration depends on the settings of the visitor’s browser.

• Cookies set for a specified period: remain for the period specified, or until the time of deletion if deleted earlier.
  
  

The following personal data are collected when cookies are used:

• IP address;

• type of browser used;

• language settings of the browser;

• characteristics of the operating system of the device used for browsing (for example type and set language);

• exact time of the visit;

• functions or services used on the visited website;

• time spent on the website.
  
  

If you do not wish the Controller’s website to use cookies as described in this notice, you may partially or fully disable the use of cookies in your browser settings. Guidance on managing cookies for different browsers can be found at the following links:

• Mozilla Firefox: Allowing or blocking cookies used by websites to store your preferences

• Google Chrome: Turn cookies on or off

• Microsoft Internet Explorer: Delete and manage cookies

• Microsoft Edge: Microsoft Edge, browsing data and privacy

• Apple Safari: Manage cookies and website data in Safari on Mac
  
  

Further information on the role of cookies and enhancing online privacy can be found on the website of the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.com/

1. Essential (basic operation) cookies

These cookies are necessary for you to use all functions of the website smoothly, including browsing. They cannot be disabled, as the website cannot function properly without them.

Legal basis for processing: the Controller’s legitimate interest under Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR.

According to the Article 29 Data Protection Working Party’s Opinion 04/2012, it is not necessary to obtain consent for, among others, the following types of cookies. It is sufficient to provide information:

• user input cookies;

• authentication cookies;

• user centric security cookies;

• multimedia player session cookies;

• load balancing session cookies;

• user interface customisation cookies.
  
  

2. Statistical and optimisation cookies

When using the website, in addition to the Data Subject’s personal data, the technical data of the visit are logged, including time of entry and exit. Their purpose is to compile statistics related to website traffic and usage, and to support development of the IT system. Except where there is a legal obligation, the Controller does not link these data with the Data Subject’s personal data, and only the Controller’s and the processors’ authorised employees have access to them.

The User may delete cookies from their own computer at any time via their browser settings, or disable their use. If cookies are disabled, the website may not operate with full functionality.

Legal basis for processing: the Data Subject’s consent under Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

3. Preference cookies

The purpose of functional cookies is for the website to remember your settings, for example the language of the website, even after the visit ends. This provides a more personalised and convenient experience.

Legal basis for processing: the Data Subject’s consent under Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

4. Marketing cookies

These cookies serve advertising purposes, enabling the display of personalised advertisements and content by tracking users. Some advertising partners may use these cookies to display advertisements on other websites that match your interests.

Legal basis for processing: the Data Subject’s consent under Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

The Controller currently uses the following marketing cookies:

5. Giving and withdrawing consent

Consent to the use of cookies can be given via the Cookiebot consent panel displayed at the bottom of the website. Here the User can select which cookie categories they consent to. By clicking the “Show details” button they can view the purpose, provider and validity period of each cookie.

Consent can be withdrawn at any time using the “Change settings” option, which is available from the same Cookiebot panel via the website footer.

Exact list and purpose of cookies

The exact list of cookies used on the website, including their names, types, validity periods and providers, is available as automatically generated by the Cookiebot system in the “Show details” section of the consent panel, and by clicking the “Cookie information” link located in the website footer.