Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Epirus Carpets (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website epiruscarpets.gr. This policy complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC as amended by 2009/136/EC), the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679, and Greek Law 4624/2019.
You can choose which optional cookies to accept or reject via our cookie consent banner. You may change your preferences at any time by clicking “Manage Cookies” in the website footer.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, improve performance, and provide information to website operators.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by the website you visit) or “third-party” (set by external services embedded in the page). They can also be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (remain on your device for a defined period).
We also use similar technologies including local storage (browser storage that persists across sessions) for storing your cookie consent preferences.
3. Cookies We Use
We classify our cookies into three categories. Only essential cookies are active by default; analytics and marketing cookies require your explicit consent.
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They do not require your consent under Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive.
| Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
cookie-consent |
Records whether you have accepted or rejected cookies | First-party, localStorage | Persistent |
cookie-prefs |
Stores your granular cookie category preferences (analytics, marketing) | First-party, localStorage | Persistent |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymised information. They are set only after you give explicit consent via the cookie banner.
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | Google Analytics | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Maintains session state | Google Analytics | 2 years |
_gid |
Distinguishes users within a 24-hour period | Google Analytics | 24 hours |
_gat |
Throttles request rate | Google Analytics | 1 minute |
When analytics consent is granted, Google Analytics collects anonymised usage data (pages visited, session duration, referral source). IP anonymisation is enabled. Google acts as a data processor under our Data Processing Agreement.
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They are set only after you give explicit consent.
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Tracks visits across websites for targeted advertising | Meta Platforms | 90 days |
fr |
Ad targeting and measurement | Meta Platforms | 90 days |
No marketing scripts load before consent is recorded.
4. Third-Party Embedded Services
Our website embeds certain third-party services that may set their own cookies once activated:
Google Maps
Our contact section includes an embedded Google Map. To protect your privacy, the map loads only after you click the “Load Map” button and accept the associated data processing. Google may set cookies related to its mapping service upon activation.
YouTube
When video content is present, we use YouTube’s privacy-enhanced mode (youtube-nocookie.com), which limits tracking cookies until you interact with the video player.
For details on how these third parties handle data, see their respective privacy policies:
5. How to Manage Your Cookies
Via Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept all cookies, reject all optional cookies, or manage your preferences category by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking “Manage Cookies” in the website footer.
Via Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically view which cookies are stored, delete individual or all cookies, block cookies from specific sites, and set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set.
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Browser-Specific Guidance
Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing
| Cookie Category | Legal Basis | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR); exempt under Art. 5(3) ePrivacy Directive | No |
| Analytics | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) | Yes |
| Marketing | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) | Yes |
You may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
7. Effect of Rejecting Optional Cookies
If you reject non-essential cookies, the website will continue to function normally. Essential cookies remain active to ensure core functionality. However, we will not collect analytics data about your visit, and you will not see personalised advertisements. You can change your preferences at any time.
8. Data Retention
Cookie data is retained for the duration specified in the tables above. When a cookie expires, it is automatically deleted from your device. If you withdraw consent, we will cease setting the relevant cookies on subsequent visits. Previously collected data may be retained in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Material changes will reset the cookie consent banner so you can review and update your preferences.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Epirus Carpets
Plesio, Filiates 46300, Thesprotia, Epirus, Greece
Email: info@epiruscarpets.gr
Phone: +30 26640 23178
You may also exercise your data protection rights as described in our Privacy Policy, or lodge a complaint with the Hellenic Data Protection Authority.