Effective date: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, and the choices available to you regarding their use when visiting our website www.pygmalios.com (the "Website") or using our web application app.pygmalios.com (the "Application"). Both the Website and the Application are operated by Pygmalios, s.r.o., with its registered office at Jakubovo námestie 19, Bratislava 811 09, Slovakia, ID No. (IČO): 48 234 702 ("we", "us" or "our").
We may update this policy from time to time due to changes in applicable legislation, technological developments, or updates to our Website or Application. The latest version is always available on our Website.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device, remember certain information about your visit, and ensure that the website works properly and efficiently.
Cookies may be stored for different periods of time:
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain stored on your device until they expire or are deleted by you.
In addition to cookies, similar technologies (such as local storage or pixels) may be used for similar purposes. For simplicity, all such technologies are referred to as "cookies" in this Cookie Policy.
Who does this Cookie Policy apply to?
This Cookie Policy applies to all visitors of our Website and Application users. Cookies are stored on your device depending on your preferences, browser settings and applicable legal requirements.
When you first visit our Website or log in to the Application, a cookie banner will inform you about the use of cookies and ask for your consent to the use of non-essential cookies, where required by law.
Why do we use cookies?
Necessary cookies
Necessary cookies are technically required for the proper functioning of the Website. They enable core functionalities such as page navigation, security, load balancing or remembering basic user preferences. Without these cookies, the Website and the Application cannot function properly. These cookies are processed without your consent, as they are strictly necessary, based on:
- Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR — performance of a contract or provision of services requested by you, and
- Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR — our legitimate interest in operating a secure and functional Website.
Performance cookies
Performance or analytical cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website. They allow us to analyse information such as: number of visitors, pages visited and time spent on them, navigation behaviour, approximate location, and source of the visit. These insights help us improve the Website and the Application, its content and functionality. Analytical cookies may be provided by third parties.
We process personal data through analytical cookies only with your consent, in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR. You can give or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings on our Website.
Advertising cookies
Advertising or marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites and to display relevant and personalised advertisements or marketing messages. They allow us to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and better tailor our offerings to your interests.
Processing of personal data via marketing cookies is also based on your consent under Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR, which you may withdraw at any time.
How long are cookies stored?
Cookies are stored only for as long as necessary to achieve their respective purposes. Depending on the cookie, this may range from the duration of your browsing session to several months or years.
Sharing of data collected through cookies
Data collected through cookies may be shared with our trusted partners and service providers, provided that they have implemented appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data. Some of these partners may be located outside the EU/EEA (e.g. in the United States). In such cases, personal data are transferred only where appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or other lawful transfer mechanisms in accordance with GDPR. More information about data sharing and international transfers can be found in our Privacy Policy.
What if you do not agree to cookies?
You have full control over cookies:
- You may withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time via the cookie settings on our Website.
- You may also block or delete cookies through your browser settings.
- Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or availability of some parts of the Website.
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Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at info@pygmalios.com. Further information on how we process personal data can be found in our Privacy Policy.