This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on the Only Smile – Netto & Alvarez Lopes Lda website, and how users can manage their browsing preferences.
1. What are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They serve to improve the site’s functionality, facilitate navigation, and allow for a personalized experience by remembering certain user actions or preferences.
There are different types of cookies:
- Essential cookies – necessary for the site’s operation (e.g., forms, session, security).
- Performance and analytics cookies – help understand how the site is used, allowing for content and usability improvements.
- Functionality cookies – allow saving user preferences (e.g., language, region).
- Marketing and social media cookies – used to personalize advertising or measure interactions with campaigns, only with explicit consent.
2. How OnlySmile Uses Cookies
The OnlySmile website uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Ensure the correct functioning of pages and forms.
- Remember browsing preferences, such as language or region.
- Collect anonymous statistical data through tools like Google Analytics for traffic analysis and continuous content improvement.
- Integrate external functionalities, such as maps, videos, or social media buttons, when applicable.
OnlySmile does not use cookies to collect personal information without consent or for purposes other than those indicated here.
3. Consent and Cookie Management
Upon first accessing the website, users will see a consent banner, where they can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize their preferences.
Users can, at any time, change or withdraw their consent through the “Manage cookies” link available in the site’s footer.
Additionally, you can configure your browser to block or delete cookies.
Here are some useful links:
Note that disabling cookies may affect the functioning of certain parts of the website.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by external services integrated into the site, such as:
- Google Analytics (Google LLC) – statistical traffic analysis.
- Google Maps – location viewing.
- YouTube or Meta (Facebook/Instagram) – video viewing and social media integration.
These services may collect data outside the direct control of OnlySmile. It is recommended to read their respective privacy policies:
5. Cookie Retention
Cookies have different durations:
- Session cookies – are automatically deleted when you close the browser.
- Persistent cookies – remain on the device until they expire or are manually deleted.
OnlySmile sets minimum retention times, ensuring that cookies do not remain longer than necessary.
6. Changes to the Cookie Policy
OnlySmile may update this policy at any time, particularly to comply with new legal or technological requirements. It is recommended to periodically read this page to stay informed.
Last updated: December 2025
7. Contacts
For questions related to the use of cookies or data protection, contact us:
Only Smile – Netto & Alvarez Lopes Lda
Rua de São Francisco, Nº 86, 9500-243 Ponta Delgada, Portugal
📧 direcao@onlysmile.pt
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