Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Instituto Orca ("Institute", "we" or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.institutoorca.com.br ("Site") in compliance with the General Data Protection Law (LGPD - Law No. 13,709/2018) and the Internet Civil Framework (Law No. 12,965/2014).

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

2. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, making your experience more efficient and personalized.

2.1 Cookie Duration

Session Cookies:

• Are temporary and expire when you close the browser
• Used to maintain information during your browsing

Persistent Cookies:

• Remain on your device for a specified period
• Help remember your preferences on future visits

2.2 Cookie Origin

First-party Cookies:

• Set directly by Instituto Orca
• Controlled by us to improve your experience

Third-party Cookies:

• Set by external services we use
• Such as Google Analytics and social media platforms

3. Cookies We Use

3.1 Necessary Cookies

Essential for the basic functioning of the site. Cannot be disabled.

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (site functioning)

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

Legal Basis: User consent

3.3 Functionality Cookies

Enable enhanced features and personalization.

Legal Basis: User consent

3.4 Social Media Cookies

Enable content sharing and integration with social networks.

Legal Basis: User consent

4. Purposes of Cookie Use

Necessary Purposes

• Security: Protect our website and your data from unauthorized access
• Basic Functioning: Ensure essential website features work correctly
• Preference Storage: Remember your cookie choices and other basic settings

Non-Necessary Purposes (with your consent)

• Analysis and Improvement: Understand how you use our website to improve content and features
• Personalization: Adapt content and features to your preferences
• Social Integration: Enable content sharing on social networks

5. How to Manage Cookies

Through the Cookie Banner

When accessing our website for the first time, you will see a banner with options:

• Accept All: Activates all types of cookies
• Accept Only Necessary: Keeps only essential cookies
• Configure: Choose individually which categories to accept
• Reject All: Keeps only strictly necessary cookies

Preference Center

You can access the Cookie Preference Center at any time through the link in the website footer to review and modify your choices.

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome:

1. Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
2. Choose your cookie preferences

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Options > Privacy & Security
2. Set your cookie settings

Safari:

1. Preferences > Privacy
2. Manage cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge:

1. Settings > Cookies and site permissions
2. Configure your preferences

6. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics for traffic analysis and user behavior. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous.

• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-out Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Social Networks

Our website includes social network features that may set cookies:

• Instagram (Meta): https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy

7. Impact of Refusing Cookies

Refusing Necessary Cookies

It is not possible to refuse necessary cookies, as this would prevent the basic functioning of the site:

• Limited or unavailable features
• Inability to process forms
• Security issues

Refusing Non-Necessary Cookies

You can browse normally, but with limitations:

• Less personalized experience
• Will not contribute to site improvements
• Social features may not work fully

8. Data Protection

Data Collected by Cookies

Cookies may collect:

• Technical information (browser, operating system)
• Navigation data (pages visited, time spent)
• Language and accessibility preferences
• Approximate location (country/region)

Anonymization

We implement measures to protect your privacy:

• Anonymized IPs in Google Analytics
• Aggregated data, not individualized
• Limited data retention

9. Retention Period

Cookies have different retention periods:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close the browser
• Functional Cookies: 6 to 12 months
• Analytics Cookies: Up to 2 years
• Consent Cookie: 12 months (to remember your preferences)

10. Your Rights

According to LGPD, you have the right to:

• Access: Request information about the cookies we use
• Rectification: Correct incorrect data
• Deletion: Request deletion of data collected by cookies
• Opposition: Oppose the use of cookies for certain purposes
• Revocation: Withdraw consent at any time

11. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

• Technological changes
• Legislative changes
• Privacy best practices
• New cookies or features

We will notify significant changes through a notice on our website.

12. Applicable Legislation

This policy complies with:

• General Data Protection Law (LGPD) - Law No. 13,709/2018
• Marco Civil da Internet - Law No. 12,965/2014
• Regulations of the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD)

13. Contact

For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights:

Instituto Orca

Website: www.institutoorca.com.br

General email: contato@institutoorca.org.br

Specific cookie questions:

Email: contato@institutoorca.org.br

Subject: "Cookie Policy"

14. Additional Resources

General information about cookies:

• https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
• https://cookiepedia.co.uk/

Cookie control:

• Your browser settings
• Our Preference Center
• Service opt-out links