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The National Institute of Chemistry's privacy policy on cookies

Legal basis

The basis for this notice is the amended Electronic Communications Act (Official Journal of the Republic of Slovenia, No. 130/22 and 18/23 - ZDU-1O; hereinafter referred to as ZEKom-2), which entered into force on 10 November 2022. The current legislation does not prohibit the use of cookies, but rather prescribes under what conditions and how cookies and similar technologies may be used.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small files, usually containing a sequence of letters and numbers, which are downloaded to a user's computer or mobile device (hereinafter referred to as the device) when the user visits a particular website and usually contain:

  • the name of the server from which the cookie was sent;
  • the lifetime of the cookie;
  • value - usually a randomly generated unique number.

Each time you visit the website again, it will retrieve the cookie you have placed and identify your device. On each return visit, the website will retrieve the cookie information and identify the user.

Cookies are important for the functioning of websites to make the user experience better. They can be used to analyse website traffic and enable advanced advertising techniques. At the same time, cookies can be used to track a specific user through different websites and to create a profile of that user, which can reveal private details of their life.

The National Institute of Chemistry stores cookies on the user's device when they are strictly necessary for the operation of this website. For all other types of cookies we need your permission. This site uses different types of cookies.

The Institute's website is hosted on its own server infrastructure, with system maintenance of the web server managed by a contractor based in Slovenia.

Types of cookies:

  • Temporary or session cookies "live" from the moment the user opens the browser until the moment the user ends the session and closes the browser. They are used by websites to store temporary information, for example items in a shopping cart, to make online banking more secure, etc. Because such cookies are stored for a shorter period of time, they can be less invasive to a user's privacy.
  • Persistent cookies remain stored even after the user closes the browser and ends the session. They are used by websites, for example, to store information about registration, page language settings, etc., as well as to build user profiles and analyse traffic. Persistent cookies can remain on your computer for days, months or even years.
  • First party cookies are from the website that the user is viewing and can be permanent or temporary. Websites use these cookies to store information that will be used again the next time the user visits the site.
  • Other cookies (3rd party cookies) come from other, partner websites (which, for example, serve ads on the original website or measure traffic). Third parties may collect user data from different websites in this way and use it for different purposes: from advertising, analytics to improving their products. Such cookies represent a greater intrusion on user privacy.

Cookies may also be used to collect anonymised statistics about users' online navigation experiences on our websites.

Why are cookies necessary?

Cookies are important for the operation of websites and are fundamental to providing user-friendly online services that improve the user experience. The most common ecommerce functions would not be possible without cookies.

Why do websites use cookies?

Websites work optimally when cookies are enabled. Most websites use cookies for a variety of purposes:

  • adjust the display of content to visitors based on past visits, to improve the user experience of the website;
  • to store choices when shortlisting and comparing devices and offers;
  • keep users logged in on the parts of the website where login is required;
  • to recognise the user's device (computer, tablet, mobile device), allowing the content to be tailored to the user's device;
  • to collect various statistics about the habits of web users - as these are the only way to monitor how often they visit a particular website;
  • to monitor traffic, which allows us to detect and correct errors, check the effectiveness of content display and the relevance of advertisements, and continuously improve our websites;
  • they are necessary for certain services to work (e.g. online banking, online shops and other forms of e-commerce...).

How we use cookies

The websites of the National Institute of Chemistry mostly use "own cookies". These cookies are set and controlled by the National Institute of Chemistry and not by an external organisation.

However, to view some of our pages you will need to accept cookies from external organisations.

We use three types of our own cookies, for:

  • storing visitors' selections;
  • the operability of our websites.

 Visitors' choices

We set them, so we are the only ones who can read them. They remember:

  • if you agree (or not) to the use of cookies on this website
  • if you have already answered a survey question in a pop-up window (about whether you are satisfied with the content of the website) - so that the question does not reappear.

The operator of the National Institute of Chemistry website www.ki.si allows selected third parties to place "3rd party cookies" on the user's equipment. By giving consent to the use of cookies, the user gives consent to the third parties. All "third party cookies" are subject to the understanding that their deposition is not under the control of the operator of this website. Some other cookies are temporary or session cookies and some are persistent or stored cookies as shown in the table below.

LIST OF COOKIES

NECESSARY COOKIES:

Cookies that are necessary for the operation of the website and do not require the user's prior consent in accordance with Article 225(2) of the Electronic Communications Act (ZEKom-2).

NAME

PURPOSE 

DURATION

CookieConsent

Saves the user's cookie settings

1 year 

ANALYTICAL COOKIES:

Cookies for analytical tracking of website traffic.

 

NAME

PURPOSE

DURATION

_ga

This randomly generated unique number is used to calculate data about visits to our website.

2 years

_gat

Cookie used to limit the frequency of hits; used to uniquely identify users

1 minute

_gid

The _gid cookie, set by Google Analytics, stores information about how visitors use the website and generates an analytics report on how the website works. Some of the information collected includes the number of visitors, their source and the pages they visit anonymously.

1 day

 

THIRD PARTY COOKIES:

Some of our pages display content from external providers such as YouTube.

In order to view content from third parties, you must first accept their specific terms and conditions. This includes their cookie policies, over which the National Institute of Chemistry has no control.

If you do not view this content, third party cookies will not be placed on your device.

Third-party providers on the National Institute of Chemistrywebsites

Youtube

 X (Twitter)

Facebook

Google

LinkedIn

These third-party services are not controlled by the National Institute of Chemistry. Providers may change the terms of use, the purpose and use of cookies, etc. at any time.

SOCIAL PLUGINS

Our website brings together social plugins (apps) from Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

How you can manage cookies

The user always has the option to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies. You can change the way your web browser works in the settings so that your device refuses cookies or you receive a warning before a cookie is stored. You can also prevent your browser from setting cookies altogether for all websites you visit. You can also delete cookies that are already stored on your computer.

Delete cookies from your device

You can delete any cookies already installed on your device by clearing your browsing history in your browser. This will remove all cookies from all websites you have visited.

However, you should be aware that you may also lose some of the information you have stored (e.g. your saved login details or your choices within websites).

Managing cookies on a specific website

For more detailed control over cookies on a particular website, please check the privacy and cookie settings of your chosen browser.

Instructions on how to control cookies in web browsers  

You can find instructions on how to control cookies through your browser settings using the links below:

  • Internet Explorer 11 - click HERE  for instructions
  • Internet Explorer 10 - click HERE  for instructions
  • Internet Explorer 9 - click HERE  for instructions
  • Microsoft Edge - click HERE  for instructions
  • Google Chrome - click HERE  for instructions
  • Mozzila Firefox - click HERE  for instructions
  • Opera (English page) - click HERE  for instructions
  • Safari (English page) - click HERE  for instructions 

Blocking cookies

Most modern browsers can be set to prevent cookies from being placed on your device, but you may need to manually adjust some settings each time you visit a website/webpage. Some services and features may not work properly at all (e.g. logging in with a profile).

Managing our analytics cookies

You can set your preferences regarding the use of cookies by the National Institute of Chemistry by leaving the National Institute of Chemistry website, deleting all cookies in your browser settings and setting cookies differently when you return to the website.

Personal data that we may collect automatically

We may automatically collect certain information when you visit our websites or applications in order to ensure proper technical performance and an improved user experience. This information may include your IP address, the date and time you access the Services, the hardware, software or browser you are using, and information about your computer's operating system, application version and language settings. Information about clicks and pages viewed may also be collected. We use cookies when you access our websites.

CONTACT

This website is operated by the National Institute of Chemistry, Hajdrihova ulica 19, Ljubljana.

Contact us regarding personal data: for any questions/corrections, please write to dpo(at)ki.si.

Information about the National Institute of Chemistry and this website is available from the Public Relations Office or by email at main.office(at)ki.si, where we accept notifications of allegedly inaccessible content or requests for information on inaccessible content sent by regular mail or e-mail.

If you find that the provisions of the Accessibility of Websites and Mobile Applications Act are not being complied with, you can report this to the Information Society Inspectors by post or by email to:

Public Sector Inspectorate

MINISTRY OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Tržaška cesta 21

1000 Ljubljana

01 478 83 84 gp.ijs(at)gov.si

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