COOKIE POLICY

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Beta Capital processes information that identifies or makes users identifiable (“Personal Data”) by installing cookies or other similar technologies on its websites, including, but not limited, on the web pages and the website https://betacapital.pt/ (“Website”). 

The use of the Website is subject to the Terms and Conditions of Use [https://betacapital.pt/terms-and-conditions-of-use/] (“Terms and Conditions”) and requires the acceptance by the User. If the User declines the Terms and Conditions, the access to the Website must cease immediately.

Users are advised to read the Privacy Policy [https://betacapital.pt/privacy-policy/] in order to understand how the Website collects and processes users’ personal data and for what respective purposes, in accordance with the provisions and applicable laws concerning data protection and privacy framework.

2. Definition of Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are used to store small pieces of information. They are stored on your device when the website is loaded on your browser. 

The cookie identifies the browser program on the server, enabling the storage of information on the server to improve Users’ experiences.

The use of “cookies” serves to improve the service provided, personalize your information and remember your preferences and maximize your experience when browsing this site, namely by allowing faster and more efficient browsing, eliminating the need to repeatedly enter the same information.

3. Types of Cookies used

• The Website uses the following types of cookies:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: necessary or technical Cookies are used to activate essential features of the Website cannot be disabled on Beta Capital servers. Usually these Cookies are installed when Users access or log in web pages, being used for the identification of Users, having as main purpose: (i) to keep the Users identified so that when they leave the web page and return later, they can still be identified, making it easier to navigate without having to log in again or (ii) to make sure that Users are allowed access to certain areas or services on the website. These Cookies are used to enable website management, as well as the use of essential features and services during navigation. Disabling and blocking this type of Cookies may be carried out directly in the User’s browser, nonetheless the access to the Website may be blocked by Beta Capital or for web pages malfunction reasons. 

• Performance and analysis: performance and analysis Cookies, either own or from third parties, are used to analyse traffic sources and quantify the number of users, allowing the measurement and statistical analysis to improve the performance of the service provided on the website. They help us to understand which pages are more or less visited and Users preferences when they browse the Website. The information is collected and analysed in aggregate format and for statistical purposes.

Cookies may be classified as:

1. Session cookies: they are temporary and expires when the user closes the browser. The information obtained allows to identify and troubleshoot during the session to provide a better browsing experience; and,
2. Permanent cookies: they expire when the purpose has been completed (e.g. identifying the User on the Website) or when they are manually disabled by choice. Generally, they are used to direct navigation and respond to the interests of the User, promoting more personalized services.

4. Consent

Necessary Cookies will always be active on your device, but we ask for your consent to place Analytics Cookies and other similar technologies on your device. If at any time you want to change your cookie settings, including withdrawing your consent to this processing, we would encourage you to do this via the links below.