Cookies Policy

Last Updated: February 12, 2026

Last Updated: [Insert Date]

At ConectaGeral, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to ensure the proper functioning of our website, enhance user experience, analyze performance, and deliver relevant advertising.

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, the legal grounds for processing under applicable data protection laws (including the Brazilian General Data Protection Law – LGPD), and how you can manage your preferences.

This Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and collect certain information about your browsing activity.

Cookies may be:

  • First-party cookies (set by ConectaGeral)
  • Third-party cookies (set by external providers)

We may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, tags, and local storage.

2. Legal Basis for Processing (LGPD, GDPR & CCPA/CPRA)

Under the Brazilian Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (Law No. 13.709/2018 – LGPD), the processing of personal data through cookies is based on:

  • Consent (Art. 7, I LGPD) – for non-essential cookies
  • Legitimate Interest (Art. 7, IX LGPD) – where applicable and after balancing test
  • Compliance with legal or regulatory obligation (Art. 7, II LGPD)

Under GDPR, processing may rely on:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))
  • Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f))

Under CCPA/CPRA, users have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.

We only activate non-essential cookies after obtaining your prior and informed consent where required by law.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable:

  • Security features
  • Fraud prevention
  • Access to secure areas
  • Consent management

These cookies cannot be disabled through our system.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest / legal obligation.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website by collecting anonymized or pseudonymized information such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Error messages
  • Traffic sources

Example provider:

You can opt out of Google Analytics here:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Legal basis: Consent (where required).

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as:

  • Language preferences
  • Region
  • Display settings

Legal basis: Consent.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to:

  • Deliver relevant ads
  • Measure ad performance
  • Prevent repeated display of the same ad
  • Personalize marketing content

These may be set by advertising partners such as:

You can manage Google ad personalization here:
https://adssettings.google.com

Industry opt-out tools:

For California residents:
Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information – [Insert Link]

Legal basis: Consent (LGPD Art. 7, I).

4. International Data Transfers

Some third-party providers may process data outside Brazil.

In accordance with LGPD Articles 33–36, international data transfers are carried out only when:

  • The recipient country provides an adequate level of protection; or
  • Standard contractual clauses or appropriate safeguards are adopted; or
  • The transfer is necessary under LGPD legal bases.

By consenting to cookies, you acknowledge that international data transfers may occur.

5. Your Rights Under LGPD

Under the Brazilian LGPD, you have the right to:

  • Confirm the existence of data processing
  • Access your data
  • Correct incomplete or inaccurate data
  • Request anonymization, blocking, or deletion of unnecessary or excessive data
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request information about data sharing
  • File a complaint with the Brazilian Data Protection Authority (ANPD)

ANPD Website:
https://www.gov.br/anpd

You may exercise your rights by contacting us through our Contact Form or Data Request channel.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You may manage cookies in the following ways:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first access our website, you are presented with a consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences

You may change your preferences at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link available on our website footer.

6.2 Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies
  • Delete cookies
  • Set notifications when cookies are used

You can consult your browser’s help section for instructions.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality.

7. Data Retention Period

Cookies are retained according to their purpose:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain stored until expiration or manual deletion

Retention periods vary depending on the provider and purpose.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required by local legislation). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without appropriate parental consent.

9. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect:

  • Legal or regulatory changes
  • Updates from the Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD)
  • Changes in our data processing practices

When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or wish to exercise your rights under LGPD, GDPR, or CCPA/CPRA, please contact us via:

If applicable, please identify your request as a “Data Protection Request.”