Cookie Policy
Introduction
This cookie policy applies to the business and website of Noresca (“Noresca”, “we”, “us”, “our”).
The aim of this policy is to inform you of what cookies are, why they are used and what kind of cookies we typically store.
We may update this policy at any time by posting the new policy on our website.
If you have any questions about our website and cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
What are cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that contains data. Examples of such data may be an IP address, a password, a username or other information. The cookie is created by the web server and is stored on the device you use to visit our website. More than one cookie may be placed on a device during a session.
If you want to learn more about cookies, you may wish to visit the following links: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HTTP_cookie and allaboutcookies.org.
Why are cookies used?
Cookies are used to enable a website to function properly. They may also be used to store passwords and similar information so that a visitor does not have to enter this information every time he/she visits the same website. A cookie may also be used to store information about a visitor’s activity on the website and may enable the visitor to more easily access relevant parts of the website, especially when re-visiting the website later on.
Types of cookies
Cookies are normally placed into one of the following categories.
Essential: These cookies are required to secure the functionality and operation of our website, including page navigation. Our website will not function without these cookies.
Functional: These cookies are used to remember preferences such as language options, location and the type of device used and allow us to customize your user experience.
Statistical: These cookies allow us to analyze and understand how you as a visitor use our website and can help us to improve our website and your experience of it.
Marketing: These cookies are used to monitor the visitors to our website. The information we receive can help us to provide you with better and more relevant marketing, also when you are visiting other websites.
Cookies are also classified in other ways, such as first or third party cookies and session cookies and persistent cookies.
First party cookies: Cookies set by the website that you are visiting.
Third party cookies: Cookies set by another website than the one you are visiting.
Session cookies: Cookies that are deleted when you close your web browser.
Persistent cookies: Cookies that are stored also after you close your web browser. How long they are stored depends on the cookie.
Accepting and changing your cookie preferences
When visiting our website for the first time, you will be asked to select what type of cookies you wish to allow.
We are allowed to store essential cookies without your permission. For all other cookies, we need your permission.
Your cookie option is saved for one year so that you do not need to handle cookies every time you visit our website. If you wish to change your cookie settings, you can do this via the link on our website.
Please note that if you do not allow functional cookies, this may affect the functionality of our website and prevent you from accessing all parts of it, and may also prevent our intended user experience.
Managing cookies
As stated above, you can always change your cookie settings for our website by using the link on our website.
You can also manage cookies in your browser’s settings. Please visit the settings and options for the browser you use to handle this.
Please note that if you block cookies via your browser, you may not be able to access all parts of our website.
Content sharing
In the event you share content on our website with others via social networks, the operators of such networks may place cookies on your device when using their services. We recommend you to inform yourself of their cookie policy and use of cookies.
Cookie table
The table below contains information about the cookies we use.
Cookies used on our website
| Cookie | Provider | Category | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Noresca (WordPress) | Essential | Maintains the session state during your visit | Session |
| Cookie consent (choice) | Noresca | Essential | Stores your cookie consent selection | 12 months |
| _icl_current_language | WPML | Functional | Remembers your selected language (SV / NO / EN) | 1 day |
| wp-wpml_current_language | WPML | Functional | Stores language preference across pages | Session |
| _wpfuuid | WPForms | Functional | Links form submissions and helps prevent spam | 11 months |
| _ga | Google (GA4) | Statistical | Distinguishes unique visitors for analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_<container-id> | Google (GA4) | Statistical | Maintains GA4 session state | 2 years |
Tools used on our website that employ cookies
| Tool | Provider | Category | Purpose | Managing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics 4 / Site Kit | Statistical | Website usage statistics and traffic analysis | Via consent banner / browser settings | |
| WPML | OnTheGoSystems | Functional | Multilingual site (SV / NO / EN) | Automatic per language choice |
| LiteSpeed Cache | LiteSpeed Technologies | Essential | Page caching for performance | Automatic |
| WPForms | WPForms | Functional | Contact form functionality and spam protection | Automatic |
