Cookie Policy

Use of Cookies
On the website https://www.cirugiasur.es, we use cookies to optimize and enhance the browsing experience for our users. Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit certain web pages. They allow us to store and retrieve information about your browsing habits.

This document explains the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and how you can manage them.

What is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files sent to a user's or visitor's browser when they visit almost any web page. They are stored in the browser to remember the user's visit when they return. Cookies typically store technical information, personal preferences, content customization, usage statistics, social media links, user account access, and more.

The purpose of cookies is to tailor the website's content to your profile and needs. Without cookies, many of the services offered by any web page would be significantly reduced.

For more information on cookies, their storage, and how to delete or disable them, please refer to the sections below.

Types of Cookies and Their Purposes

By Duration:
Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a defined period, making it easier to access and use the website on future visits.

By Origin:
First-Party Cookies: Managed directly by our domain (https://www.cirugiasur.es).
Third-Party Cookies: Managed by external providers offering additional services through our website.

By Purpose:
Technical Cookies: Essential for the website's functionality, enabling secure navigation and user authentication.
Personalization Cookies: Allow the website to be configured according to your preferences, such as language or region.
Analytical Cookies: Collect anonymous information about user behavior on the website to help improve our services.
Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads based on your interests and browsing habits.

Cookies Used on This Website
In compliance with the guidelines of the Spanish Data Protection Agency, we detail the use of cookies on this website to provide the most accurate information possible.

First-Party Cookies:
Session Cookies:
These are used to ensure that users leaving comments on the blog are human and not automated applications. This helps combat spam.

Third-Party Cookies:
Google Analytics:
These cookies are stored to compile statistics on the traffic and volume of visits to this website. By using this website, you consent to Google processing information about you. Any requests regarding your rights in this regard must be addressed directly to Google.
Social Media Cookies:
Each social media platform uses its own cookies to enable actions like "Like" or "Share" buttons.

How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can configure or disable cookies through your browser's settings. Below are direct links to instructions for the most common browsers:

Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Apple Safari
Microsoft Edge

What Happens if You Disable Cookies?
If you decide to disable cookies, you can still browse our website; however, some functionalities may not be available. This could affect features like personalized access or the proper functioning of certain services.

Changes to the Cookie Policy
Dr. Leonidas Alevizos reserves the right to modify this cookie policy to adapt to future legal requirements, technical improvements, or new services offered on the website. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about any updates.

Additional Notes
Responsibility for Third-Party Policies
Neither this website nor its legal representatives are responsible for the content or accuracy of the privacy policies of third parties mentioned in this cookie policy. We recommend reviewing these third-party privacy policies to obtain detailed information on their use of cookies.

Managing Cookies from Browsers
Web browsers are responsible for storing cookies. You can manage, delete, or disable them from your browser settings. Neither this website nor its legal representatives can guarantee the proper or improper handling of cookies by browsers.

Cookies Required to Remember Preferences
In some cases, it is necessary to install cookies so that the browser remembers your decision not to accept them, preventing this preference from being repeatedly requested.

Google Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics cookies are managed by Google Inc., which stores the data on servers located in the United States.
Google Inc. ensures that this information will not be shared with third parties, except when required for system functionality or mandated by law.
According to Google, these cookies do not store your IP address.
Google Inc. adheres to the Safe Harbor Agreement, ensuring that transferred data is treated with a level of protection compliant with European regulations.

Contact for Queries
If you have any questions or need more information about this cookie policy, feel free to contact us through the contact section of our website.