Cookie Policy

How we use cookies on www.ezra-maroc.com

Last Updated: May 7, 2024

ARTICLE 1: Introduction

The website https://www.ezra-maroc.com (the "Site"), published by Ezra Maroc Consulting Services LLC ("Ezra Maroc", "we", "our", "us"), uses cookies and similar technologies for various purposes described below. This Policy aims to provide you with clear, transparent, and comprehensive information about our use of these technologies and the means available to you to manage them.

We place great importance on protecting your privacy and process information collected via cookies in accordance with GDPR and the recommendations of competent supervisory authorities.

ARTICLE 2: What is a Cookie?

A cookie is a small text file that a website asks your browser to store on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit it. This file allows the site to "remember" your actions or preferences (such as language, font size, login information, or other display preferences) for a certain period, or to recognize your device on subsequent visits.

There are different types of cookies classified according to their origin, lifespan, and purpose.

ARTICLE 3: Why do we use Cookies? (Purposes)

We use cookies for several essential reasons:

ARTICLE 4: Types of Cookies Used on this Site

Here are the categories of cookies we may use on the Site:

4.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for you to browse the Site and use its basic features. Without them, the Site could not function properly. They generally do not collect personally identifiable information.

Examples: Session cookies for navigation, security cookies (e.g., for Cloudflare), cookie to remember your cookie consent choice (`tarteaucitron`).

Legal basis: Our legitimate interest (Art. 6.1.f GDPR) to ensure the proper technical functioning and security of the Site. These cookies are exempt from the prior consent requirement according to the recommendations of supervisory authorities and the ePrivacy Directive.

4.2. Analytical and Audience Measurement Cookies

These cookies allow us to collect information about how Users use our Site (number of visitors, pages viewed, time spent, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.). The data collected helps us understand Site performance and identify areas for improvement.

We use [or are likely to use] the following tool: Google Analytics (GA4). To ensure respect for your privacy, we have activated the IP address anonymization feature on this tool. The information collected is therefore processed in an aggregated manner and does not allow for your direct identification.

Legal basis: Your prior and explicit consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR), collected via our cookie management tool (Tarteaucitron.js).

4.3. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you have made (such as your language preference) to provide enhanced and more personal features.

Example: Cookie storing the language selected in the language switcher (`language-select`).

Legal basis: Your prior and explicit consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR), collected via our cookie management tool.

4.4. Marketing or Advertising Cookies

The Site currently does not use any cookies for targeted marketing or behavioral advertising purposes. We do not track your activity on other sites and do not use cookies to present you with personalized advertisements.

ARTICLE 5: Detailed List of Cookies Potentially Used

Below is a more detailed list of cookies that may be used, subject to your consent for those not strictly necessary. You can manage these cookies via our management panel.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type (First/Third Party) Retention Period Category (Necessary/Analytical/Functional)
tarteaucitron Tarteaucitron.js (Ezra Maroc) Saves your cookie consent choices. First Party 6 months Necessary
_ga Google Analytics Used to distinguish users (statistical analysis). Third Party 2 years Analytical (Consent required)
_gid Google Analytics Used to distinguish users (statistical analysis). Third Party 24 hours Analytical (Consent required)
_ga_ Google Analytics Used to maintain session state. (Replace with your actual GA4 property ID). Third Party 2 years Analytical (Consent required)
[Language_Cookie_Name] (e.g., siteLang, i18next) Ezra Maroc (Site) Remembers the language chosen by the user. First Party 12 months (example) Functional (Consent required)
__cf_bm (or similar Cloudflare) Cloudflare, Inc. Identification of legitimate traffic and security (anti-bot). Necessary for the proper functioning and protection of the site. Third Party Session (~30 min) Necessary

Note: This list is indicative and may be subject to change. The active and manageable list is the one presented in the "Cookie Management" panel.

ARTICLE 6: Managing Your Cookie Consent

6.1. Management Tool: We use the Tarteaucitron.js tool to manage your consent. During your first visit, a banner appears, asking for your choice regarding non-essential cookies.

6.2. Consent Options: You have the option to:

6.3. Duration and Modification: Your choice (acceptance or refusal) is kept for 6 months. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Management" link located in the footer of each page of the Site.

6.4. Consequences of Refusal: Refusing analytical or functional cookies does not prevent access to the Site but may slightly degrade your experience (e.g., loss of language preference) or deprive us of useful information for improving the site.

ARTICLE 7: Configuring Your Browser

In addition to our tool, you can configure your browser to control the placement of cookies. Configuration varies by browser:

Warning: Blocking all cookies via your browser, including those necessary for operation, may prevent access to certain parts of the Site or impair its use.

ARTICLE 8: More Information on Cookies

To learn more about cookies and your rights, you can consult the website of your local data protection authority. For example, in France, the CNIL (Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés): https://www.cnil.fr/en/cookies-et-autres-traceurs (or the equivalent English page if available).

ARTICLE 9: Updates to this Policy

We may modify this Cookie Policy. Any updates will be posted on this page with the new effective date. We invite you to consult it regularly.

ARTICLE 10: Contact

For any questions regarding our use of cookies, you can contact us at the details provided in our Legal Notice or our Privacy Policy.