Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

This Cookie Policy explains how AutoRef uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and your choices regarding their use.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off:

  • Session management and user authentication
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Language and regional preferences
  • Basic website functionality

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

  • Google Analytics for website usage statistics
  • Website performance monitoring
  • Error tracking and reporting
  • Website optimization and improvements

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Storing recent search history
  • User interface customizations
  • Enhanced website features

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements:

  • Targeted advertising based on interests
  • Remarketing to previous visitors
  • Social media integration
  • Marketing campaign effectiveness
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
sessionUser authentication and session managementSessionEssential
NEXT_LOCALELanguage preference storage1 yearFunctional
vin_search_countSearch limit tracking for unauthenticated users24 hoursFunctional
_ga, _ga_*Google Analytics tracking2 yearsAnalytics
cf_turnstile_responseCloudflare security and bot protection5 minutesEssential
4. Third-Party Cookies

We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Google Services

  • Google Analytics: Website usage analytics and reporting
  • Google reCAPTCHA: Spam and bot protection
  • Google Tag Manager: Marketing and analytics tag management

Stripe

Payment processing and fraud prevention for subscription services.

Cloudflare

Website security, performance optimization, and bot protection.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies or specific types of cookies
  • Delete existing cookies from your device
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set
  • Set exceptions for specific websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact your user experience and some features of our website may not function properly.

6. Opt-Out of Third-Party Tracking
7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: info@autoref.eu

Website: https://autoref.eu