Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy was updated on 29.09.2026 and applies to the use of cookies and similar technologies on https://asideweb.md.
1. General provisions
This Cookie Policy (hereinafter referred to as the “Policy”) explains what cookies and similar technologies are used on https://asideweb.md (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”), for what purposes they are used, and how users can manage them.
The use of cookies is carried out in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Moldova on personal data protection, including Law No. 195/2024 on the Protection of Personal Data.
Some cookies may contain information that directly or indirectly allows a user to be identified. In such cases, the respective information is considered personal data and is processed in accordance with applicable legislation.
2. What are cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that is stored on the user’s computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when the user visits a website. Cookies allow the Website to recognize the user’s device, retain certain settings, and ensure the proper functioning of certain features.
Cookies may be temporary (session cookies) or may remain stored on the user’s device for a specific period of time.
3. Similar technologies
In addition to cookies, the Website may use similar technologies, including browser local storage, pixels, scripts, and other technical means necessary for the operation of the Website, analysis of its use, or improvement of the user experience.
For the purposes of this Policy, such technologies are considered similar to cookies where they perform comparable functions.
4. For what purposes are cookies used?
Cookies may be used for the following purposes:
— ensuring the technical operation and security of the Website;
— retaining settings selected by the user, including language preferences;
— analyzing traffic and the use of the Website;
— improving the content, structure, and functionality of the Website;
— retaining the user’s consent preferences regarding the use of non-essential cookies.
5. Categories of cookies
5.1. Necessary cookies
Necessary cookies are used to ensure the operation and security of the Website, navigation, and the functioning of features requested by the user.
These cookies are necessary for providing the relevant Website functions and may be used without separate consent where their use is genuinely necessary for the operation of the Website or for providing a service requested by the user.
5.2. Functional cookies
Functional cookies allow the Website to retain user settings and preferences, such as the selected language, and provide a more convenient user experience.
Where such cookies are not strictly necessary for providing a function requested by the user, they are used only in accordance with the user’s selected consent preferences.
5.3. Statistical cookies
Statistical cookies are used to obtain aggregated information about traffic and the use of the Website, such as visited pages, referral sources, device types, and user interactions with the Website.
Such cookies are not used before obtaining the user’s required consent where consent is required under applicable legislation.
6. Cookies used on the Website
WordPress
May use cookies to ensure the technical operation of the Website and certain functionalities.
Polylang
May use cookies associated with the selection and retention of the user’s language preferences. For example, the pll_language cookie may be used to retain the language selected on the Website.
Google Analytics
If Google Analytics is enabled on the Website, the related statistical technologies may be used to analyze traffic and user interaction with the Website. Such technologies are used in accordance with the user’s consent settings and applicable legislation.
The specific list of cookies may vary depending on the software versions used, installed plugins, Website settings, and connected services.
7. Legal basis for the use of cookies
Necessary cookies may be used without separate consent where their use is necessary for the operation of the Website, ensuring security, or providing a function directly requested by the user.
For non-essential cookies, including statistical technologies, where applicable legislation requires consent, the legal basis is the user’s consent.
Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. The user has the right to refuse non-essential cookies or withdraw previously given consent.
8. Managing cookie consent
When accessing the Website, the user may be given the opportunity to select preferences regarding the use of non-essential cookies.
The user may accept or reject non-essential cookie categories in accordance with the options available through the consent management mechanism.
Refusing non-essential cookies should not prevent the use of the main functions of the Website, except where the relevant function objectively depends on a particular technology.
The user may subsequently modify or withdraw consent through the cookie preference management mechanism available on the Website or through browser settings.
9. Retention period of cookies
The retention period of cookies depends on their purpose and technical characteristics. Session cookies are deleted after the relevant browser session ends, unless their technical nature provides otherwise.
Persistent cookies are stored for the period specified for them or until they are deleted by the user.
We strive not to retain information longer than necessary for the relevant purpose.
10. Third-party cookies
Some services used on the Website may install their own cookies or use similar technologies. Such services may include web analytics tools, technical services, and other external providers.
The use of such technologies is also governed by the policies of the respective third-party providers. Where the use of such technologies requires the user’s consent, they should not be activated before the required consent has been obtained.
11. International transfer of data
Some providers of services used on the Website may be located outside the Republic of Moldova. Where the use of such a service involves the transfer of personal data outside the Republic of Moldova, the transfer is carried out in compliance with the requirements of Law No. 195/2024 and applicable safeguards for the protection of personal data.
12. Disabling and deleting cookies
The user may delete cookies already stored and restrict their use through the settings of their Internet browser.
Instructions on managing cookies are available in the help section of the relevant browser.
Disabling necessary cookies may result in limitations to certain Website functions or improper operation of the Website.
13. Personal data and cookies
Where information obtained through cookies or similar technologies constitutes personal data, its processing is carried out in accordance with the Privacy and Personal Data Processing Policy of AsideWeb Studio SRL.
The user may consult the Privacy Policy on the relevant page of the Website.
14. User rights
With regard to personal data, the user has the rights provided by Law No. 195/2024, including the right to receive information about the processing of personal data, the right of access, rectification, erasure where provided by law, restriction of processing, the right to object to processing, the right to data portability where provided by law, and the right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
The user also has the right to lodge a complaint with the National Center for Personal Data Protection (CNPDCP).
15. Exercising rights and changing cookie preferences
For questions concerning the processing of personal data, the use of cookies, or the withdrawal of consent, the user may contact AsideWeb Studio SRL at su*****@******eb.md.
Where required by applicable legislation, verification of the applicant’s identity may be necessary to process a request.
16. Security
AsideWeb Studio SRL applies reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, destruction, or other unlawful processing.
17. Changes to this Policy
This Policy may be updated periodically due to changes in legislation, technologies used, Website settings, or connected services.
The current version of the Policy is published on the Website with the date of the latest update.
18. Contact information
Personal data controller: AsideWeb Studio SRL
Republic of Moldova
Website: https://asideweb.md
Email: su*****@******eb.md
Last updated: 29.09.2026.
