Cookies Policy

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. Their purpose is to store and retrieve information about the user’s browsing activity, which makes it possible to ensure the proper functioning of the site, improve the user experience and, where applicable, analyze their behavior or display personalized advertising.

The use of cookies is governed, among other regulations, by Article 22 of Law 34/2002 on Information Society Services and Electronic Commerce (LSSI) and, with regard to the processing of personal data obtained through cookies, Regulation (EU) 2016/679, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), applies.

2. TYPES OF COOKIES (BY PURPOSE) USED ON THIS WEBSITE

The GoodNews website uses its own and third-party cookies, which are classified, according to their purpose, into the categories indicated in this section.

Non-essential cookies (such as personalization, analytics, or marketing cookies) are installed only if the user has given their consent through the cookie management mechanism available on the website.

The user may accept, reject, or configure the use of cookies at any time through the initial banner or through the cookie settings panel (CMP), which offers granular options for each category of cookies.

2.1. Technical or strictly necessary cookies

These are cookies that are essential for the operation of the website and the provision of the services requested by the user. Among other functions, they enable browsing the website, managing the shopping cart, user authentication, order placement, and site security.

Legal basis: exemption from consent under Article 22.2 in fine LSSI in relation to the use or installation of these cookies, and, with respect to the processing of personal data arising from them, application of Article 6.1.b GDPR (performance of a contract) when they are necessary for the provision of a service requested by the user.

2.2. Personalization cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember information so that the user accesses the site with certain features, such as language, regional settings, or the type of browser.

Legal basis: the user’s consent under Article 22.2 LSSI in relation to the use or installation of these cookies, and, with respect to the processing of personal data arising from them, the user’s consent (Article 6.1.a GDPR), except when they result from an active selection by the user, in which case Article 6.1.b GDPR (performance of a contract) will apply.

2.3. Analytical or measurement cookies

These cookies make it possible to quantify the number of users and analyze their behavior on the website in order to improve the services offered.

This website uses analytical cookies such as, for example, those from Google Analytics.

These cookies collect information in aggregate form and may involve international data transfers.

Legal basis: the user’s consent under Article 22.2 LSSI in relation to the use or installation of these cookies, and, with respect to the processing of personal data arising from them, the user’s consent (Article 6.1.a GDPR), which may entail, where applicable, international data transfers in accordance with Articles 44 et seq. of the GDPR.

2.4. Behavioral advertising cookies

These cookies make it possible to manage advertising spaces and display personalized ads based on the user’s browsing behavior.

This website uses behavioral advertising cookies, such as those resulting from the use of Meta Platforms tools (for example, Meta Pixel), which make it possible to display personalized advertising and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Legal basis: the user’s consent under Article 22.2 LSSI in relation to the use or installation of these cookies, and, with respect to the processing of personal data arising from them, the user’s consent (Article 6.1.a GDPR), including, where applicable, consent for the creation of profiles for behavioral advertising purposes.

3. FIRST-PARTY COOKIES OF THE PLATFORM

The website uses an e-commerce platform based on Shopify, which installs first-party cookies that are necessary for the proper functioning of the online store.

In particular, these cookies make it possible to:

  • maintain the user’s session during navigation, avoiding the need to enter access credentials on every page;
  • manage the shopping cart and remember the products selected by the user;
  • process the orders placed and ensure the correct completion of the purchase process;
  • secure navigation and prevent potential fraud or improper use of the website; and
  • remember certain technical preferences of the user (such as language or regional settings, when applicable).

These cookies are strictly technical or necessary in nature, as they are essential for the provision of the services requested by the user or for the proper functioning of the website.

They are cookies that are installed automatically when accessing the website and cannot be deactivated through the cookie settings panel, without prejudice to the user’s ability to configure their browser to block them, which could affect the operation of the site.

4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

The website uses third-party cookies installed by external providers that offer analytics and digital marketing services. In particular, tools from the following are used:

  • Google (for example, Google Analytics), for analyzing user behavior on the website; and
  • Meta Platforms (for example, Meta Pixel), for measuring advertising campaigns and personalizing content and ads.

These cookies make it possible, for example, to:

  • collect information about users’ browsing activity (pages visited, time spent, interactions, etc.);
  • build aggregate or individual profiles based on browsing behavior;
  • measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns;
  • display personalized advertising based on the user’s interests.

The installation of these cookies is subject to the user’s prior consent, which they may grant, refuse, or configure in a granular manner through the cookie banner or settings panel (CMP).

Likewise, the use of these tools may involve the international transfer of personal data outside the European Economic Area, in particular to the United States. Such transfers are carried out in accordance with the appropriate safeguards provided for in Articles 44 et seq. of the GDPR, including, where applicable, the adoption of adequacy decisions by the European Commission or the execution of Standard Contractual Clauses.

Additionally, GoodNews assesses, where appropriate, the circumstances of these transfers and may apply supplementary measures of a technical, organizational, and/or contractual nature, in accordance with the recommendations of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB), in order to ensure a level of protection essentially equivalent to that guaranteed within the European Economic Area.

5. COOKIE DETAILS AND SETTINGS

The user may consult the updated details of the cookies used on this website, including their purpose, provider, and duration, through the cookie settings panel (CMP), which is available at any time.

Since certain third-party cookies may vary depending on the tools used, this information is kept dynamically updated in that panel.

6. RETENTION OF COOKIES

The cookies used on this website will be retained only for the time strictly necessary to fulfill the purpose for which they were installed, always respecting the principles of data minimization and storage limitation provided for in data protection legislation.

The duration of the cookies will depend on their purpose and will be adjusted to the criteria indicated by their respective providers or to the settings of the cookie panel.

7. HOW TO DISABLE COOKIES

Users may manage, block, or delete cookies at any time. There are several ways to do so:

7.1. Through the website

GoodNews offers a cookie settings panel where users can accept, reject, or customize cookies according to their preferences. These options can be modified at any time while browsing the site.

7.2. Through the browser

Each browser allows cookies to be blocked, allowed, or deleted independently:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

7.3. Important considerations

Blocking or deleting technical or strictly necessary cookies may affect the operation of the website, including the user session, the shopping cart, or the personalized display of content.

8. UPDATES TO THE COOKIE POLICY

This Cookie Policy may be updated as a result of changes to the website’s configuration or due to legal requirements. Users are advised to review it periodically.