Explanation on using web cookies
A cookie is a short text which the website visited sends to a browser. This allows a website to remember your user settings (such as selected language), making it easier using the website when you visit again. Cookies make browsing online easier and faster and simpler for the user. Most websites use cookies.
To make it easier to decide how to deal with cookies we prepared additional explanations. Please take into account you consent to the use of cookies by using this website and its accompanying services.
Types of cookies
Cookies for example are data files created while you visit a website which stores information. When visiting the next time your browsing is easier and faster. There are two types of cookies:
- Session cookies created temporarily that record information while your browse. Once you close the window in your browser your cookies are deleted.
- Persistent cookies remain on your computer and other devices and are activated every time you visit a website.
Which persistent cookies are used on our website?
| Name of cookie | Duration of Cookie | Description of Cookie |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | 2 years after installation/upgrade | Records statistics on website visits |
| _gat | 10 minute after installation/upgrade | Records new user or new session |
| _utm* | up to 2 years after installation/upgrade | Google Analytics statistics |
| NID | 6 months after installation/upgrade | Records information about the browser and your settings when using Google Maps |
| PREF | 8 months after installation/upgrade | Stores Youtube settings used while watching video |
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | 1 year after installation/upgrade | Assesses visitor’s internet speed connection needed by Youtube to decide on video quality viewing. |
| YSC | End of session (when user leaves a page or closes browser) | Youtube created the cookie There is no detailed description why it is needed but we are sure it is not harmful. |
| ci_session | 1 year after installation/upgrade | Cookie frame on which our CMS system is built |
Cookies settings
All browsers enable you to have supervision over cookies. We prepared instructions how to access cookie settings in a selected browser:
All browsers enable you to have supervision over cookies. We prepared instructions how to access cookie settings in a selected browser:
Mozilla Firefox: Firefox menu > Preferences > Privacy
Google Chrome: Chrome menu > Settings > Show advanced settings > Privacy > Content settings > Cookies
Apple Safari: Safari > Preferences > Security
Opera: Opera > Preferences > Advanced > Network
If you decide to delete or block cookies, certain websites or their functions may no longer function correctly or efficiently. Each time you visit the website you will receive a notice on using cookies.
If you upgrade your browser or a device with a new version cookies must be reinstalled.
More information on laws and use of cookies can be found on the website: https://www.ip-rs.si/
