Cookies

Cookie policy

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer by websites. They do not harm your computer and do not contain viruses. They are used to provide a better browsing experience on the respective sites. A cookie is defined as an element that is received by the browser and which is then stored there as a text file. Each time the browser calls up a page from the server, this message is sent back, which allows the user's computer to be identified.

Cookies from our websites do not collect personal data. HIT S.A. takes your privacy very seriously. We use cookies and other types of tracking to personalize your visit to our website and enhance your experience by gaining a better understanding of your specific interests and tailoring our pages to your needs. We may use the information provided by cookies to analyze trends, administer the website, or for research purposes so that we can better serve you. No personally identifiable information will be collected through cookies.

We record your internet protocol (IP) address in order to receive and send information to and from you over the internet. When you visit our website, make a survey, order our publications or request more information, you may be asked to provide some personal information such as your name, address, telephone number and email address. If you decide to provide personal information, this policy will apply.

If you wish, you can set your browser to notify you before receiving a cookie, so that you have the choice to accept it or not. You can also set your browser to disable all cookies without exception. The website www.allaboutcookies.org (managed by the Interactive Marketing Bureau) contains step-by-step guidance on how cookies can be disabled by users.

 

 

Cookie Type	Cookie Name	Purpose
Google Analytics	last _utmb _utmc _utmz	These cookies are used to monitor the performance of our website. We use this information to help us improve our website. Cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including the number and origin of website visitors, as well as the pages they visit. To opt out of Google Analytics on all websites, visit http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Youtube preferences	PREF use_hitbox VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE	We use YouTube to embed videos on Thinking and campaign pages. Embedded videos do not set cookies on our website and can be played without cookies. However, when you click “Share”, YouTube will set cookies. The VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE cookies attempt to assess your speed and the use_hitbox and PREF cookies count YouTube video views and e-commerce preferences. These cookies do not record user data.