Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies enable the website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions. This allows for a more personalized browsing experience and helps us improve our services.

Cookies can be categorized based on their duration and the entity that places them. Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. Understanding how cookies function is essential for managing your privacy and security while using our website.

At westfieldassociation.org, we are committed to transparency regarding our use of cookies and similar technologies. This Cookie Policy outlines the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

We utilize various types of cookies on our website to enhance user experience and gather insights into how our site is used. The main categories of cookies we employ include:

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are critical for the operation of our website. Without these cookies, certain functionalities cannot be provided, and you may not be able to access certain areas of our site. For example, essential cookies enable you to log into secure areas of our website and navigate between pages without losing your previous actions.

These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling out forms. You can configure your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but this may result in a diminished experience on our website.

Examples of essential cookies we use include session identifiers and security tokens that help maintain your session while you navigate our site.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our website by collecting information about the pages you visit, the time spent on each page, and any links clicked. This data is aggregated and anonymized, allowing us to analyze trends and improve our website's functionality and content.

We use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to assist us in gathering this information. These services may set their own cookies on your device to collect data about your interactions with our site. The information collected is used to generate reports and improve our website's performance.

You can opt-out of analytics cookies by adjusting your browser settings or by using tools provided by the analytics service. However, please note that opting out may affect your experience on our website.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They help us track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see a particular ad. These cookies may also be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites.

We may work with third-party advertising partners who set cookies on our website to deliver targeted advertisements. These partners may use information about your visits to our site and other websites to provide you with advertisements that are tailored to your interests.

You can manage your preferences for marketing cookies through your browser settings or by visiting the websites of the advertising partners. Please be aware that disabling marketing cookies may result in seeing less relevant advertisements.

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies on our website. These cookies are set by domains other than the one you are visiting and are used for various purposes, including analytics, advertising, and social media integration.

Third-party cookies may track your browsing habits across different websites, allowing advertisers to deliver targeted ads based on your interests. We do not control the dissemination of these cookies and recommend that you check the respective privacy policies of these third parties for more information on their cookie practices.

By using our website, you consent to the use of third-party cookies as described in this policy. If you do not wish to accept these cookies, you can manage your preferences through your browser settings.

How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, if you choose to refuse cookies, you may not be able to access all the features of our website.

In addition to browser settings, you can also manage your cookie preferences through various online tools and services. These tools allow you to opt-out of certain types of cookies and manage your privacy settings across multiple websites.

For more detailed information on how to manage cookies on your specific browser, please refer to the help section of your browser or visit the following links:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers provide options to manage cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. Below are links to the cookie management instructions for some popular browsers:

Keep in mind that if you choose to disable cookies, it may affect your ability to use certain features of our website and may limit your overall experience.

Updates to Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and your options regarding cookie management. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information provided below.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please contact us at:

westfieldassociation.org
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +3519263372003
Address: Torre Oriente, Avenida Dom João II, Floor 7, Office 45, 1990-083 Lisboa, Portugal