"Cookies" policy
Updated: 29-11-2024
This policy aims to define the general principles to be applied by the National Institute for Rehabilitation, I.P. on the websites managed by it, with regard to the use of cookies.
The latest approved version of this document is available on the websites managed by it and on the intranet of the National Institute for Rehabilitation, I.P.
The cookie policy applies to all websites managed by the Instituto Nacional para a Reabilitação, I.P.
This document is intended for all users of the websites managed by the National Institute for Rehabilitation, I.P. and its employees.
What are cookies?
Many websites use "cookies" or similar technologies, mainly to improve your browsing experience. "Cookies" are information stored on your terminal equipment by the websites you visit. They are sometimes stored in a plain text file, accessed by a server that reads and records the information.
Websites can only read and write "cookies" held by them.
Function of cookies
"Cookies" allow to know the user's activity on a website or on several related websites, recording, for example, the place of access, the connection time, the type of device (fixed or mobile), the operating system, the browser used, the pages visited, the numbers of clicks and visits and, generally, other aspects regarding the behavior and interests of the visitor.
"Cookies" allow the owner or manager of a website to improve the visitor's experience as well as the efficiency of access to the site, namely, for example, by configuring the appropriate visualization by device, operating system or browser, and by directing navigation by the user's preferences.
The website, including the integrated access domains and subdomains identified herein, is only accessible when at least session cookies are enabled in the browser.
Types of cookies used
This website uses the "cookies" necessary to improve navigation on it and the effective loading of its contents, namely for content localization, language and pre-filling of forms.
Session cookies are also used to facilitate the operation of the different websites, for example to allow the user to browse the different sites without having to provide credentials repeatedly. These "cookies" lose their validity when the user's session expires.
Personalization cookies may also be used for the purpose of compiling statistical and anonymous data on the activity and browsing habits of users of the website for analysis and improvement in order to improve access and user experience. These "cookies" are installed by third parties (such as search engines).
Use of cookies
When you browse our websites, we use "cookies" to "recognize" your browser, only during your visit ("session cookie") or during all your visits ("permanent cookie"). On our website, "cookies" are used for the following purposes:
For technical reasons (identifying sessions, remembering settings, etc.) to, for example, adapt the presentation of the website to your device; For statistical analysis and online traffic management purposes, for example, to improve the usability of a website and the relevance of our services.
Shared devices
As "cookies" are linked to the device and the browser used, we cannot be absolutely sure of the identity of the person using the device. Thus, some services offered on this device may not correspond to your use (the settings/browsing habits of other users of the device may influence the content offered).
You can choose the level of confidentiality of your device when deciding who can use it (persons authorized to access the device) and change your settings (in particular, the settings of "cookies").
Definitions of cookies
You can change your cookie settings at any time, allowing most browsers to control the cookies stored on the visitor's devices, as well as their immediate deletion if the user wishes to leave their local storage.
The settings you choose may affect your browsing experience and the operation of some services that require the use of "cookies". In this sense, we reject any responsibility for the consequences of any limited operation of our service caused by the deactivation/deletion of cookies on your device.
In accordance with current legislation, we provide the information that allows you to configure your browser to manage and maintain your privacy and security in relation to cookies. Therefore, we provide information and links to the official support websites of the main browsers so that the user can decide whether or not to accept the use of cookies.
The settings of “cookies” can be changed in the browser preferences, following the indications in the links:
Authorisation for the use of cookies
By accessing this website, the visitor is requested to consent to the use of "cookies" and to the terms of this Policy. By giving your consent, the visitor declares their express agreement to the use of "cookies" and the terms of this Policy. The visitor may, however, cancel or refuse the subsequent use of "cookies".Online cookie management
Cookies can be managed online through tools (browser plug-ins or add-ons) to manage the collection and use of cookies.
“Cookies“ used and their purposes
The National Institute for Rehabilitation (Instituto Nacional para a Reabilitação, I.P.) then presents the information on the cookies used on the website, as well as the purposes of processing the personal data that justify them.
| "Cookie" | Responsible entity | Reason/purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Collect information about the use of the website. This information is collected to create reports of visits to the website, in order to improve its functionalities |