Extended Cookie Usage Policy

Cookies are small text files exchanged with users' browsers in order to facilitate access to and navigation of the website, and in some cases to enable certain features. They are widely used to ensure websites function correctly, to enhance user experience, and to provide information to site owners. Some cookies are necessary for technical operation, while others are used for analytics, advertising, or social media integrations.

a) Technical (Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure access, and form submission. These do not require your consent under Article 6 of the GDPR.

Subtypes include:
• Session Cookies – Temporary cookies deleted once you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies – Stored for a set duration to remember preferences.
• Analytics Cookies (technical subtype) – When used exclusively by the website controller to collect aggregated, anonymous statistical data on the number of users and how they navigate the site. These help improve functionality and are not used for profiling.

b) Analytics Cookies (Third-Party)
These collect aggregated and anonymous data on how users interact with the website (e.g., pages visited, bounce rates). They are activated only with your explicit and separate consent under Article 7 of the GDPR.

We use:
• Google Analytics: Service Overview, Privacy Policy
These cookies are not considered strictly necessary under the GDPR.

c) Profiling and Advertising Cookies
These cookies track users' browsing behavior to build user profiles and display relevant advertisements. They are used only upon explicit and informed consent.

We may use:
• Google Ads: Platform Overview, Policy

d) Social Media Cookies
These cookies allow you to interact with social networks via plugins or sharing tools integrated on the website. These are placed by the respective third parties and require your prior consent.

Examples:
• Facebook: Privacy Policy
• Instagram: Privacy Policy

When you first visit the website, a cookie banner will allow you to:
• Accept all cookies
• Reject all non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences by category

You may change or withdraw your consent at any time via the [Cookie Settings] link in the site footer.

Important: Non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, and social media) are not placed on your device without explicit prior consent.

You can manage and delete cookies directly in your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may impair some site functions.

Helpful links:
• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge
• Opera

You can object to third-party tracking or manage broader ad preferences using the following tools:
• YourOnlineChoices (EU)
• Network Advertising Initiative (USA)
• Digital Advertising Alliance (USA)

The Data Controller for cookies and personal data collected via this website is:

António Nobre
📧 Email: hello@antonionobre.com

If you believe your rights under the GDPR have been violated, you may contact the Portuguese Data Protection Authority:

Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados (CNPD)
Rua de São Bento, 148-3º, 1200-821 Lisboa, Portugal
geral@cnpd.pt
https://www.cnpd.pt

This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or services. The latest version will always be available on this page.


Last updated: 2025/06