Cookie policy
1. Introduction
The Hydro Alps Lab website uses cookies to ensure that it functions properly, to improve the user experience and, where appropriate, to analyse website traffic.
This policy explains what types of cookies are used and how you can manage them.
2. What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) when you visit a website.
In particular, it enables your browser to be recognised and certain information to be stored.
3. Types of cookies used
a) Technical cookies (necessary)
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.
In particular, they enable :
- session management
- how the forms work
- site security
- memorising technical preferences
These cookies do not collect personal data for marketing purposes.
b) Statistical cookies (where applicable)
The site may use an audience measurement tool to analyse visitor numbers and improve the content offered.
The data collected is used solely for statistical purposes and to improve the site.
c) Cookies linked to third-party content
Some pages may include external content (e.g. videos, publications or documents hosted on other platforms).
These third-party services may set their own cookies and process data in accordance with their own confidentiality policies.
4. Shelf life
Cookies can be :
- temporary (session cookies) : deleted when the browser is closed
- persistent : kept for a limited time
The duration depends on the type of cookie used.
5. Cookie management
You can configure your browser to :
- refuse all or some of the cookies
- to be informed when a cookie is stored
- delete cookies already stored
However, refusing certain technical cookies may affect the proper functioning of the site.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about the use of cookies :