08 - Cookie Policy

08 – Cookie Policy – Information on Usage

8.0 – Cookie Policy

ARTESANATO DE PORTUGAL | PORTUGUESE HANDICRAFT from the Heart of Portugal recommends that the User/Customer carefully read this Cookie Policy before using this website.

8.1 – What cookies are

Cookies are small files made up of letters and numbers that may be stored on the User’s device when visiting a website or using an application. These files help improve browsing experience by remembering preferences and certain actions.

For example, on an e‑commerce website, if you add an item to the cart and leave without completing the purchase, upon returning you may find the same item still in the cart. This mechanism results from the use of cookies.

Without cookies, browsing our Services may become less intuitive.

For more information about cookies, visit: https://www.aboutcookies.org/

8.2 – Why we use cookies

Cookies perform essential functions to ensure efficient and personalised browsing. We use cookies to:

  • manage preferences and optimise the functionality of our Services, including collecting information such as access date and time, browsing history or language preference

  • reinforce security measures and detect potentially fraudulent activities

  • analyse how our Services are accessed or used, assessing their performance

  • display relevant advertisements and manage the frequency and effectiveness of advertising campaigns

8.3 – Types of cookies and technologies used

Persistent cookies
Stored in the browser and used during future visits. They allow remembering settings and preferences, such as keeping the session active or the selected language.

Session cookies
Temporary cookies that remain active only until you leave our Services. They help analyse traffic patterns and identify potential issues.

Advertising cookies
Allow the display of advertisements tailored to the User’s interests and measure the performance of advertising campaigns.

Web beacons
Small graphic images (“pixel tags” or “clear GIFs”) that work together with cookies to identify users and their browsing behaviour.

Device fingerprinting
We collect certain information about the device used to access our Services, such as IP address, country associated with the domain, language settings, device brand and type, operating system, browser type and version, and specific software data.

Based on these elements, we create a device fingerprint. This fingerprint is not unique and does not directly identify the User, but it helps associate accounts with fraud‑risk classifications through a partially automated process, complemented by human review.

If the classification indicates a high probability of fraud, the account may be banned. This data is used exclusively for security, customer protection, and fraud prevention, with access restricted to ARTESANATO DE PORTUGAL specialists. We do not share this information with third parties.

For more details on accounts incorrectly banned, please consult our Privacy Statement.

8.4 – Links to third‑party websites or applications

Our Services may include links to third‑party websites or applications, including partners. These websites may use their own cookies, over which we have no control. Each website has its own cookie policy, which should be consulted before use.

8.5 – Third‑party cookies and plug‑ins

Third parties, such as advertising networks or traffic analysis providers, may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs or similar technologies to collect information about visits to our Services. This data allows the display of more relevant advertisements, both on our Services and on other websites.

We do not control these third‑party cookies, which are governed by their own privacy and cookie policies.

Third parties that may set cookies include:

  • Google

  • Facebook

Please consult their respective privacy policies for more information.

Third‑party plug‑ins
Our Services use third‑party plug‑ins, such as sharing buttons from Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter and WhatsApp. These buttons allow sharing content on their respective platforms, provided the User is logged into those services.

The third parties responsible for these plug‑ins may associate the User’s interaction on our Services with their account on those platforms. We recommend consulting their respective privacy policies beforehand.

8.6 – How to delete, disable or block cookies

We provide full control over cookie preferences through the preference manager accessible in the cookie banner (“Learn more and manage settings”). In this manager you will find:

  • the list of our advertising partners and providers

  • the purposes associated with each provider

  • options to adjust or withdraw consent

You may change your choices at any time through the Cookie Settings in the website footer.

8.7 – Data transmission in the preference manager

The preference manager is provided by an external service provider and requires the transmission of certain technical data, such as IP address and user ID. For this purpose, a specific cookie is set. This data is forwarded to the relevant partner to record consent.

If you delete the preference cookie, all settings will be erased and must be configured again.

8.8 – Disabling cookies in the browser

The User may completely disable the use of cookies through their browser settings. Each browser explains how to refuse, delete or block cookies.

8.9 – Managing third‑party cookies

The User may delete third‑party cookies, including Google Analytics, through:

You may also adjust your mobile device settings to indicate whether you wish to receive interest‑based advertisements.

8.10 – Important note

If you choose to block cookies used in our Services, you may not be able to access all features. For example, you may no longer be able to save personalised preferences or keep your session active.

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Updated in January 2026