Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

Last updated: 29 January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Belonq Design (“we”, “us”, or “our”),
operated by PORTALIO S.R.L. (Company Registration Number: 306182986),
uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and digital platforms.

It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control
their use in accordance with European Union legislation, including the General Data
Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone,
tablet) when you visit a website.

They allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your
preferences or past actions.

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies – stored for a specified period
• First-party cookies – set by our website
• Third-party cookies – set by external services we use

2. Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Essential cookies

These are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off
in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as:

• Filling in forms
• Setting privacy preferences
• Logging into secure areas

Performance and analytics cookies

These cookies allow us to:

• Understand how visitors use our website
• Track pages visited and interactions
• Improve website performance and user experience

For example, we may use third-party analytics services to collect aggregated,
anonymous statistics.

Functional cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

• Remembering language preferences
• Saving user settings

Marketing and communication cookies

These cookies may be used to:

• Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• Understand user interests
• Deliver relevant content

Belonq Design does not sell personal data collected via cookies to third parties.

3. Similar tracking technologies (pixels and web beacons)

We may also use technologies such as:

• Web beacons
• Tracking pixels
• Clear GIFs

These are small invisible graphics embedded in web pages or emails that help us:

• Track email openings
• Measure campaign performance
• Understand content engagement

Information collected through these technologies may be linked to personal data
where legally permitted and with your consent.

4. Legal basis for using cookies (EU compliance)

Under GDPR and EU cookie laws:

• Strictly necessary cookies are used based on legitimate interest
• All other cookies are used only with your explicit consent

When you visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Manage preferences

You can change your consent at any time.

5. How can you control cookies?

You have the right to:

• Accept or refuse cookies
• Withdraw your consent at any time

You can manage cookies by:

Through our website

Using the cookie consent management tool.

Through your browser

Most browsers allow you to:

• View stored cookies
• Delete cookies
• Block cookies

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Third-party cookies

We may use trusted third-party services such as:

• Analytics providers
• Marketing platforms
• Embedded content providers

These third parties may set their own cookies in accordance with their privacy policies.

We recommend reviewing their cookie policies for more information.

7. How long do we keep cookies?

Cookies are stored for different periods depending on their purpose:

• Session cookies: deleted after browser session
• Persistent cookies: stored from a few days up to several months or years

We do not retain cookies longer than necessary for their intended purpose.

8. Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Legal changes
• Operational changes
• New technologies

The “Last updated” date at the top indicates the latest revision.

We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

9. Contact information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or data protection practices, please contact us:
Belonq Design
Operated by PORTALIO S.R.L.
Email: portalio@portalio.io