This Cookie Policy (the “Policy”) explains what cookies are and how they are used on the website purnarova.com | purnarova.com/bg (the “Website”). The Policy aims to clarify the types of cookies used, their purpose, and how you can manage your preferences regarding their use.

This Policy forms an integral part of the Privacy Notice published on the Website and complements it in regard to the use of technologies for storing and accessing information on visitors’ end devices.

By accessing and using the Website, you are considered informed about the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy. This does not, however, constitute automatic consent for the use of cookies that legally require explicit consent.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing personal data through the Website is attorney Manuela Plamenova Purnarova, registered with the Sofia Bar Association, personal number: 1600795110, BULSTAT number: 180592853, law office address: Sofia, “Nadezhda” I residential area, bl. 146, entr. B, fl. 9, apt. 46, email for data protection inquiries: dataprotection@purnarova.com

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that the Website stores on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit it. They allow the device to be recognized and enable the storage of certain information—such as user preferences, language settings, etc.

3. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to ensure the Website’s core functionalities, to analyze traffic and visitor behavior (through analytical tools), and to improve the overall user experience.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

The Website uses different categories of cookies, classified by their storage duration, origin, and functional purpose.

4.1. By Storage Duration:

• Session cookies – temporarily stored and automatically deleted when the browser is closed. These are used to maintain the current session and to enable core navigation functions.
• Persistent cookies – remain on your device after the session ends and are activated during subsequent visits. They are used to remember user settings (such as selected language, cookie consent, etc.).

4.2. By Origin:

• First-party cookies – placed directly by the Website you are visiting.
• Third-party cookies – set by external providers, for example, in connection with services like Google Analytics.

Note: Some third-party cookies may result in the transfer of data to countries outside the European Economic Area (e.g., the United States), in accordance with the policies of the respective provider.

4.3. By Purpose:

• Strictly necessary cookies – these cookies are essential for the technical operation of the Website and cannot be disabled by the visitor through the Cookie Management Panel. They are typically activated in response to actions you take, such as selecting settings, filling out forms, logging into secure areas, or accessing certain content.

Personal Data Processing:

These cookies do not collect marketing information and are not shared with third parties. The legal basis for processing personal data through them (e.g., unique identifiers) is the controller’s legitimate interest, in accordance with Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR—ensuring the security, stability, and functionality of the Website.

If you disable strictly necessary cookies through your browser settings, some features of the Website may not function properly or may become unavailable.

• Functional (preference) cookies – these cookies enable the Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They improve user experience but are not essential for the core functionality of the Website. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services you use on our pages.

Personal Data Processing:

Functional cookies may store non-essential settings or identifiers linked to your preferences. The legal basis for processing personal data through these cookies is your prior consent, in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

Withdrawal of Consent:

You can withdraw your consent at any time via the Cookie Management Panel or your browser settings. Disabling these cookies may affect how the Website behaves or appears. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

• Analytical cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) – analytical cookies are used to analyze traffic, user behavior, and content performance. The Website uses Google Analytics, a tool provided by Google Ireland Limited, which enables the collection of aggregated data such as: number of visits, most visited pages, session duration, device/browser used, and approximate geographic location.

Personal Data Processing:

The information is collected in an aggregated and anonymized form; however, Google Analytics may use unique identifiers and IP addresses, which under certain circumstances may be considered personal data within the meaning of the GDPR.
Google does not collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers through these cookies, but it does use online identifiers and IP addresses. The data may be stored on servers located in the United States.

Legal basis: Processing through analytical cookies is carried out only with prior consent, in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

Withdrawal of Consent:

You can withdraw your consent at any time through:

• The Website’s Cookie Management Panel;
• Your browser settings;
• The Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Once you refuse or withdraw your consent, Google Analytics will no longer process data related to your behavior on the Website. Blocking analytical cookies will not limit your access to the Website, but it will restrict our ability to analyze and improve its functionality. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

What analytical cookies do we currently use?

• _ga – Analytical (Google)

Purpose: Distinguishing users
Storage period: 2 years

• _ga_* – Analytical (Google)

Purpose: Used to persist session state and link user interactions to a specific Google Analytics 4 property.
Storage period: 2 years

All cookies used on the Website are automatically deleted after the expiry of the respective period, which varies depending on the specific cookie. Analytical cookies are stored for a maximum of 2 years from the moment consent is given.

5. How Can You Manage Cookies?

5.1. Cookie Management Panel

Upon your first visit, an informational banner will be displayed, allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies;
• Reject all cookies except for strictly necessary ones;
• Configure your preferences by category.

The Cookie Management Panel remains accessible at all times, so you can change or withdraw your consent at any moment. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled, as their use is based on legitimate interest.

5.2. Via Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings by:

• Deleting existing cookies;
• Blocking new cookies;
• Allowing or disallowing specific categories of cookies.

Note: Blocking all cookies, including strictly necessary ones, may result in parts of the Website not functioning properly or becoming inaccessible.

6. Your Rights

In addition to the information provided in the Privacy Notice, please note the following rights:

• The right to be informed about the cookies used;
• The right to withdraw your consent at any time;
• The right to request the deletion of cookies stored on your device.

You can exercise your rights by contacting the data controller at: dataprotection@purnarova.com

7. Changes to the Policy

Updates to this Policy will be published on the Website. In the event of significant changes, you will be notified appropriately, in accordance with our Website Terms of Use.

Date of last update: August 12, 2025