Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which types we use on the HGI-CGS website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Last updated:13 November 2025
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, mobile device, tablet) when you visit our website. Cookies enable the proper functioning of the website, improve the user experience, and allow us to analyse website usage.
Cookies are not harmful and cannot run programs or transmit viruses.
2. Types of cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
a) Necessary (mandatory) cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They enable functions such as:
- displaying content,
- secure login (if a user system exists),
- storing privacy preferences.
Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
b) Analytical and statistical cookies
We use these cookies to track website usage and improve performance. For example, they allow us to see which pages are visited most often.
These cookies are set only with your explicit consent. Example: Google Analytics (with anonymised IP address).
c) Marketing and advertising cookies
These cookies may be used to display personalised ads based on your interests. They are set only with your consent.
Example: Meta Pixel, Google Ads, remarketing cookies.
d) Functional cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation (e.g. remembering language preferences, video players, chat widgets). They may be set by us or by third parties whose services we use.
3. Third-party cookies
In some cases, we use cookies from third parties such as:
- Google (Analytics, Maps, YouTube),
- Meta,
- Vimeo,
- Chat widgets,
- Payment processors.
Each third party has its own Cookie Policy, which you can review on their official websites.
4. How can you manage cookies?
a) Cookie banner / settings
When you first visit the website, you can:
- accept all cookies,
- reject non-necessary cookies,
- selectively choose which types of cookies you wish to enable.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” button at the bottom of the page.
b) Browser settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies, including:
- blocking,
- deleting,
- limiting tracking.
Instructions for the most popular browsers:
5. How long do we store cookies?
The storage period depends on the type of cookie:
- session cookies are deleted when you close your browser,
- persistent cookies remain stored for a longer period (e.g. 30 days – 2 years) unless you delete them manually.
6. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time to comply with legal requirements or changes in how the website operates. The latest version of this Policy will always be available on this page.
7. Cookie list (automatically generated)
The list of all cookies is provided and displayed through the CookieYes system and is automatically updated according to the actual state of the website.
Necessary cookies
Necessary cookies enable basic website functions such as secure login and storing your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personal data.
| Cookie name | Domain | Duration | Purpose/Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| apbct_visible_fields | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to prevent spam in website comments/forms and to act as a complete anti-spam and firewall solution. |
| ct_pointer_data | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to prevent spam in website comments/forms and to act as a complete anti-spam and firewall solution. |
| apbct_headless | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk for spam detection and improved website security. |
| apbct_page_hits | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to prevent spam in comments and forms and to act as a complete anti-spam and firewall solution. |
| ct_timezone | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Used by CleanTalk to prevent spam in comments and forms and as part of the website firewall. |
| ct_has_scrolled | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to store dynamic browser variables. |
| cookieyes-consent | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CookieYes to remember the user’s consent preferences so they are respected on future visits. Does not collect or store personal data. |
Functional cookies
Functional cookies help perform certain functions such as sharing website content on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and enabling other third-party features.
| Cookie name | Domain | Duration | Purpose/Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| ct_ps_timestamp | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to prevent spam in website comments or forms. |
| ct_fkp_timestamp | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to prevent spam in website comments or forms. |
| ct_checkjs | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to verify whether JavaScript is enabled and prevent spam in comments or forms. |
| ct_checked_emails | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Set by CleanTalk to check and filter spam email addresses in forms. |
b) Analytical and statistical cookies
Analytical and statistical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. They help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
| Cookie name | Domain | Duration | Purpose/Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga_* | hgi-cgs.hr | 1 year 1 month 4 days | Used by Google Analytics to store and count page views. |
| _ga | hgi-cgs.hr | 1 year 1 month 4 days | Used by Google Analytics to calculate visitor, session and campaign data and track website usage. Data is stored anonymously. |
| ct_screen_info | hgi-cgs.hr | Never expires | Used by CleanTalk as part of the anti-spam solution and firewall, collecting technical screen information to prevent spam. |
Performance cookies
We currently do not use performance cookies.
Advertising cookies
We currently do not use advertising cookies.
8. Contact information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at:
Croatian Geological Survey (HGI-CGS)
Email: Više/More…
Telefon: Više/More…
Address: Sachsova 2, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
