Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 22, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Catholic Books Online uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: To enable basic website functionality, such as page navigation and access to secure areas
  • Performance Cookies: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
  • Functionality Cookies: To remember your preferences and provide enhanced features
  • Marketing Cookies: To deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our communications

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function properly without them.

Examples include:

  • Authentication cookies to identify logged-in users
  • Security cookies to prevent fraudulent activity
  • Shopping cart cookies to remember items in your cart

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this information to improve our website and user experience.

We may use services such as Google Analytics to track website usage. These services collect information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral sources.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember choices you make, such as your language preference or the region you are in.

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be used to deliver content more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

We commit to transparency in our advertising practices and comply with all applicable advertising regulations.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the third-party websites for more information about these cookies and how to manage them.

Third-party services we may use include:

  • Google Analytics for website analytics
  • Payment processors for secure transactions
  • Social media platforms if you choose to share content

5. Managing Cookies

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through this banner. Your preference will be stored so the banner does not appear on subsequent visits.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block or alert you about cookies. However, please note that blocking all cookies may affect your experience on our website and prevent certain features from working properly.

To learn more about managing cookies in your specific browser, please refer to your browser's help documentation:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services

Opt-Out Tools

For advertising cookies, you can opt out through industry opt-out tools:

  • European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): www.youronlinechoices.eu
  • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): www.networkadvertising.org/choices

6. Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data. We handle personal data collected through cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about how we process personal data.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +34 745 649 195
  • Address: Av. de los Llanos, 76, 49027 Zamora, Spain

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein.