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Cookie Policy
Updated 2 March 2026 — Compliant with CNIL recommendations (deliberation of 17 September 2020) and Google Consent Mode v2
1. What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. It allows the site to remember information about your browsing in order to improve your experience or analyse traffic.
In accordance with article 82 of the French Data Protection Act and CNIL recommendations, placing any cookie that is not strictly necessary for the site's operation requires your prior, free, informed and revocable consent.
2. Cookies used on this site
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the technical operation of the site. They do not collect any personal data for tracking purposes and do not require your consent (art. 82 para. 2 French Data Protection Act).
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| axeptio_cookies | Stores your consent choices (Axeptio CMP) | 13 months |
| axeptio_authorized_vendors | List of services authorised based on your choices | 13 months |
Third-party and analytics cookies
This site uses Google Tag Manager (GTM) to manage third-party scripts. GTM does not place any cookies by itself. Subject to your consent collected via Axeptio, Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _ga_*) may be placed for audience measurement purposes. Google Consent Mode v2 is active: without your consent, no personal data is sent to Google.
Cookies placed only with your consent
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Anonymous session identifier for Google Analytics (audience measurement) | 13 months |
| _ga_* | Session identifier specific to the Google Analytics property | 13 months |
3. Consent collection and management
This site uses Axeptio as its consent management platform (CMP). A banner allows you to accept or refuse non-necessary cookies in a single click. You can revise your choice at any time by clicking the Axeptio icon at the bottom right of every page. Google Consent Mode v2 is active: consent signals are sent to Google in real time, ensuring no measurement cookie is placed without your agreement.
Consent is valid for a maximum of 13 months from the date it was collected, in accordance with CNIL guidelines.
4. How to manage cookies via your browser?
You can configure your browser to accept, refuse or delete cookies at any time. Disabling strictly necessary cookies may impair the functioning of the site.
- Chrome : Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox : Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari : Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge : Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
For more information on cookies and your rights, visit the CNIL.
5. Contact
For any questions regarding the use of cookies on this site, contact us at contact@hdwsec.fr.