Cookies Policy

COOKIES POLICY

What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file, generally consisting of identifiers, website names, letters and numbers, which the user, when browsing a web page through a web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome, etc.), can allow or prevent from being stored on their computer, mobile terminal or other equipment. The cookie file is “passive” (does not contain software programs, viruses or spyware and cannot access information on the user's hard drive).

What are cookies used for?

These files enable the recognition of the user's terminal and the presentation of content adapted to their preferences. Cookies provide the user with a pleasant browsing experience and support YAS BEAUTY COSMETICS SRL's efforts to offer comfortable services, such as: online privacy preferences, shopping cart or relevant advertising. Cookies are used to prepare aggregated anonymous statistics that help us understand how a user benefits from our web pages, allowing us to improve their structure and content.

What cookies do we use?

We use two types of cookies:

Session cookies – temporary files that remain on the user's terminal until the end of the browsing session or closing the application (web browser).
Persistent cookies – files that remain on the user's terminal for a period defined by the parameters of that cookie or until manually deleted by the user.

How are cookies used by this site?

A visit to this site may place the following types of cookies, depending on the consent expressed by the user:

Site performance cookies;
Visitor analysis cookies;
Registration cookies;
Advertising cookies;
Advertising provider cookies.

Cookies that are not technically mandatory to be stored on the user's terminal will only be used if the user expresses their explicit and unequivocal consent. The user can withdraw consent at any time by changing the settings of the browser used.

Details on changing browser settings can be found on the websites of the browser developers listed below: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Opera, Apple Safari.

If your browser is not found in the list above, please visit the website of the respective browser's developer.

Do cookies contain personal data?

In most cases, cookies do not directly identify Internet users, but the terminal from which they accessed certain web pages. This data is encrypted in a way that does not allow unauthorized access by third parties.

Cookie retention and deletion

Generally, an application used to access web pages allows cookies to be saved on the user's terminal by default. These settings can be changed so that automatic cookie administration is blocked by the web browser or the user is informed each time cookies are sent to their terminal.

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 duplicate or replicate on other networks to run or replicate again. Since they cannot perform these functions, they cannot be considered viruses.

However, cookies can be used for negative purposes. Because they store information about users' preferences and browsing history, both on a specific site and across several other sites, cookies can be used as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products are aware of this and consistently mark cookies for deletion during anti-virus/anti-spyware scanning/removal procedures.

Generally, browsers have integrated privacy settings that provide different levels of cookie acceptance, validity period, and automatic deletion after the user has visited a certain site.

Other security aspects related to cookies

Since identity protection is very valuable and represents the right of every Internet user, it is advisable to know what potential problems cookies can create. Because information is constantly transmitted in both directions between the browser and the website through them, if an attacker or unauthorized person intervenes in the data transmission path, the information contained in the cookie may be intercepted.

Although very rare, this can happen if the browser connects to the server using an unencrypted network (e.g., an unsecured WiFi network).

Other cookie-based attacks involve incorrect cookie settings on servers. If a website does not require the browser to use only encrypted channels, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to trick browsers into sending information through unsecured channels. The 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 to protect personal information.

Tips for safe and responsible browsing based on cookies

Due to their flexibility and the fact that most of the most visited and largest sites use cookies, they are almost inevitable. Disabling cookies will not allow user access to the most widespread and used sites such as Youtube, Gmail, Yahoo and others.

Here are some tips that can ensure you browse safely, but with the help of cookies:

Customize your browser's cookie settings to reflect a comfortable level of security for you.
If you are not bothered by cookies and you are the only person using the computer, you can set long expiration dates for storing browsing history and personal access data.
If you share access to the computer, you may consider setting the browser to delete individual browsing data each time you close the browser. This is a way to access sites that place cookies and delete any visit information when the browsing session ends.
Install and constantly update antispyware applications.
Many spyware detection and prevention applications include detection of attacks on websites. This prevents the browser from accessing websites that could exploit browser vulnerabilities or download dangerous software.
Ensure your browser is always up to date.

Cookies are everywhere and cannot be avoided if you want to enjoy access to the best and largest sites on the Internet – local or international. With a clear understanding of how they work and the benefits they bring, you can take the necessary security measures so you can browse the internet with confidence.

Disabling and refusing cookies can make certain sites impractical or difficult to visit and use. Also, refusing cookies does not mean you will no longer receive/see online advertising.

You can set your browser to no longer accept these cookies, or you can set the browser to accept cookies from a specific site. However, for example, if you are not registered using cookies, you will not be able to leave comments.

All modern browsers offer the possibility to change cookie settings. These settings are usually found in the “options” or “preferences” menu of your browser.

To understand these settings, the following links may be useful, otherwise you can use the browser's “help” option for more details.

Cookie settings in Internet Explorer
Cookie settings in Firefox
Cookie settings in Chrome