Cookie Policy
The Romanian version of this document, available at Cookie Policy (RO), is the legally binding one. The English text below is a complete translation provided for convenience.
VERSION OF: 25.03.2026
1. WHO WE ARE?
1.1. This Cookie Policy explains how HIDROSTYLE S.R.L. (hereinafter referred to as “the Company” or “the Seller”), headquartered in Bucharest, Sos. Gheorghe Ionescu-Sisești, nr. 146-156, bloc A, parter, ap. 1, camera 1, sector 1, registered with the Trade Register under number J2014007062400, CUI RO33276925, uses cookies on the website www.hidrostyle.ro (hereinafter referred to as “the Site”).
1.2. This policy supplements the Privacy and Personal Data Processing Policy and the Terms and Conditions available on the Site, which contain further information regarding the processing of personal data and the use of our services.
2. APPLICABILITY
2.1. This Policy applies exclusively to the cookies used on our Site.
2.2. The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control the use of cookies on these websites and assume no responsibility for their policies. We recommend that you consult the cookie policies of each website you visit.
3. DEFINITIONS
- device – any equipment used to access the internet, such as a mobile phone, tablet, laptop, or computer, which can be used to connect to the internet;
- visitor / user — the natural person who accesses the Site through a device;
- browser – the software application used to browse the internet (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.);
- web page – means a page of information on the internet about a specific topic, which is part of a website, accessible through a unique web address;
- web server – means a computer system that runs/hosts websites and provides their content to users;
- you — the person who accesses or uses the Site and to whom this Cookie Policy refers.
4. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
4.1. Cookies are small text files, consisting of letters and numbers, stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the proper functioning of the website, retain user preferences, and may collect information regarding usage patterns, in order to improve the services provided. Cookies do not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access the information on the user's device. Cookies can be recognised by the website that downloaded them or by any other website that uses the same cookies, allowing the identification of the fact that the device has previously visited the respective websites.
4.2. A cookie contains information that allows the recognition of the browser used and the retention of certain user preferences or settings, such as the website language or navigation options. On subsequent visits, this information may be used to improve the user experience. The options regarding the use of cookies may be modified or withdrawn at any time.
5. LIFESPAN OF COOKIES
5.1. The storage duration of a cookie may vary depending on the purpose for which it is used. Some cookies are used only for the duration of a single visit to the Site (session cookies) and are automatically deleted when the browser is closed.
5.2. Other cookies remain saved on the hard disk drive of your device after the browsing session has ended and will be reused every time you return to the Site (persistent cookies), allowing us to recognise your device in the event of a subsequent visit to our Site. These cookies allow the recognition of the device on a subsequent visit and may be used for functionalities such as remembering preferences or analysing the use of the Site. These cookies are stored for a determined period or until they are manually deleted. Persistent cookies also include those placed by a website other than the one the user is visiting at that time – known as “third party cookies” (third-party cookies) – which may be used anonymously to remember a user's interests, so that the most relevant advertising is delivered to users.
5.3. The Site may use both session cookies and persistent cookies. Persistent cookies may be deleted at any time from the settings of the browser used. Further information regarding cookie management is available in the dedicated section of this Policy.
6. FIRST-PARTY COOKIES AND THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
6.1. Cookies may be placed either by the operator of the Site (first-party cookies) or by third parties (third-party cookies). First-party cookies are installed directly by the Site, while third-party cookies are installed by external service providers.
6.2. First-party cookies are used for the proper functioning of the Site, for security, for managing user sessions and for improving the browsing experience.
6.3. The Site also uses cookies placed by third parties, in particular by analytics, advertising and performance service providers (for example, services provided by Google). These cookies may collect information regarding how users interact with the Site, for the purpose of analysing traffic, measuring performance and delivering relevant content or advertisements.
6.4. This Cookie Policy does not cover the use of cookies by third parties. The use of these third-party cookies is subject to the privacy and cookie policies of the respective providers, over which the Company has no control.
6.5. For instructions on how to opt out of cookies, see section 8 below.
7. CATEGORIES OF COOKIES BY PURPOSE, GENERALLY USED ON WEBSITES
Some cookies are necessary/essential to allow you to browse the website, use its features and access secure areas. The use of these cookies is essential for the site to function. Other cookies are optional, the visitor being able to refuse the placement of cookies on the device and/or to delete them later.
The site uses the following categories of cookies:
- Strictly necessary (essential) cookies: These cookies are indispensable for the functioning of the Site and cannot be disabled in our systems. They enable basic functionalities such as navigation, use of the shopping cart, security and access to protected areas. These cookies do not store personally identifiable data.
- Analytics cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site, measure traffic and performance, and improve its functionality. The information collected is, as a rule, aggregated and anonymised and is used exclusively for statistical purposes, to improve the content and functionality of the Site.
- Performance cookies: These cookies allow the evaluation of the Site's performance and the optimisation of its operation. They may provide information regarding loading speed, technical errors, how functionalities are used or the efficiency of various elements of the Site, contributing to providing a better user experience.
- Advertising (marketing) cookies: These cookies are used to display relevant advertisements to users and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They may track users' browsing activity across different sites and may be placed by third-party providers, such as advertising networks. The information collected may be used to create interest profiles and to personalise advertising messages. Refusing or disabling marketing cookies does not mean that you will no longer receive online advertising, but only that it will no longer be personalised according to your browsing preferences and behaviour.
| Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| hidro_session | Maintains the authenticated administrator session in the administration panel. Cryptographically signed token, accessible only to the server. | 7 days | Strictly necessary |
| hidro_customer | Maintains the session of an authenticated customer in their own account (orders, delivery data, favourites). | 7 days | Strictly necessary |
| hidro_visitor | Anonymous visitor identity: links together conversations with the assistant and visits counted by the website's own statistics. It does not contain personal data and is not used for advertising. | 1 year | Functional / statistics |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Stores the last language you browsed in (Romanian or English). For informational purposes only — the page language is determined by the URL, not by this cookie. | 1 year | Functional |
| hs_edit | Non-secret hint that displays the “Edit page” button to logged-in administrators. Actual access remains protected by the session cookie. | Session | Functional |
In addition to cookies, your browser stores locally (in local storage, on your device, without being automatically sent to the server) the shopping cart, the conversation identifier with the assistant, and the display preferences of certain panels. You can delete them at any time from your browser settings, along with the cookies.
The website does not use advertising cookies and does not create marketing profiles. If in the future we add third-party analytics or advertising tools, this list will be updated, and their use will be conditional upon your consent.
8. COOKIES USED ON OUR WEBSITES AND APPLICATIONS. RESTRICTING AND DELETING COOKIES.
The website uses the cookie categories described in the consent banner displayed upon accessing the Website. This banner allows the user to accept, reject, or customise the use of optional cookies.
Cookies that are not strictly necessary are installed only after the user has expressed their consent.
Cookie preferences may be changed or withdrawn at any time via the settings available in the cookie banner or through the settings of the browser used. Disabling certain cookies may affect the operation or availability of certain features of the Website.
9. SECURITY RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF COOKIES
For safe internet browsing, we recommend using an up-to-date browser and appropriate security solutions (antivirus, antispyware). It is also useful to periodically check the settings regarding cookies and browsing data, especially if the device is used by multiple people.
Constantly updating the operating system and applications reduces the risk of vulnerabilities that could affect the privacy or security of data while using websites.
10. UPDATING THE INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS POLICY
The Company may periodically update this Cookie Policy, without prior notice, depending on legislative changes, the evolution of the services provided, or changes regarding the use of cookies on the Site.
The updated version will be published on the Site, and the date of the last update will be indicated at the beginning of the document. We recommend that you periodically check this page to stay informed of any changes.
In the event of significant changes, these will be brought to the users' attention through appropriate means, to the extent necessary.
11. CONTACT DETAILS
For any questions or requests regarding the use of cookies on the Site, you can contact us using the contact details available on the Site, at the email address: marketing@hidrostyle.ro or at: office@hidrostyle.ro
Your choices
You can change or withdraw your consent for analytics and marketing cookies at any time.