1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on the user's device (computer, tablet or mobile phone) when they visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognise the user's device and remember information about their preferences or previous actions.
2. Which cookies do we use?
The Advanta platform uses the following categories of cookies:
2.1 Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the platform and cannot be disabled. They include session, authentication and security cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Keep the authenticated user's session | Session |
| csrf_token | Protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Store the user's cookie preferences | 12 months |
2.2 Performance and analytics cookies
These cookies allow us to analyse the use of the platform in order to improve its operation and the user experience. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguish users | 24 months |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — maintain session state | 24 months |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguish users | 24 hours |
2.3 Functional cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering the preferred language or region.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_prefs | Store the user's interface preferences | 12 months |
| lang | Language preference | 12 months |
2.4 Marketing cookies
These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to the user. They may be set by advertising partners through our platform.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) — identify browsers for advertising | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads — store conversions | 3 months |
| li_fat_id | LinkedIn — conversion tracking | 30 days |
3. Legal basis for the use of cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are placed on the basis of our legitimate interest in ensuring the secure operation of the platform (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).
The remaining cookies (performance, functional and marketing) are placed only with the user's consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), obtained through the cookie banner displayed on the first visit.
4. How to manage cookies?
The user can manage their cookie preferences in several ways:
4.1 Through the cookie banner
On the first visit to the platform, a banner is displayed allowing you to accept or refuse each category of cookies. Preferences can be changed at any time.
4.2 Through the browser
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Consult your browser's documentation:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Note: disabling cookies may affect the operation of some platform features.
5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that we use. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we recommend you consult:
- Google Analytics: used for statistical analysis of traffic and behaviour on the platform;
- Meta (Facebook): used to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns;
- LinkedIn: used for conversion tracking in professional campaigns.
6. Updates to this policy
This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or in the applicable legislation. The date of the last update is indicated at the top of this page.
7. More information
For questions about the use of cookies on the Advanta platform, please contact us at privacidade@advanta.pt.
For detailed information on the processing of your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.