Last Updated: March 2026
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies enable the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you do not have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
Cookies can be classified into two main categories: session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. The use of cookies is governed by the applicable laws and regulations in Portugal, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.
We utilize various types of cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies can be categorized based on their purpose and functionality. The main types of cookies we use include:
Essential cookies are critical for the operation of our website. Without these cookies, certain functionalities cannot be provided, and you may not be able to use some features of our site. For example, essential cookies enable you to navigate the website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or logging in.
Examples of essential cookies we may use include:
As these cookies are necessary for the website's functionality, you cannot opt-out of them. However, you can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our website by collecting information about how users interact with our content. These cookies provide insights into user behavior, such as the pages visited, the time spent on the site, and the links clicked. This information is aggregated and anonymized, ensuring that it cannot be used to identify individual users.
We use analytics cookies to improve our website's performance and enhance user experience. By analyzing this data, we can identify areas for improvement and optimize our content to better meet the needs of our visitors. Examples of analytics cookies we may use include:
You can opt-out of analytics cookies by adjusting your browser settings or by using tools provided by third-party analytics providers.
Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. These cookies track your browsing habits and help us build a profile of your interests, allowing us to show you targeted advertisements on our website and other platforms. Marketing cookies may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
Examples of marketing cookies we may use include:
You can manage your preferences for marketing cookies through your browser settings or by visiting the websites of third-party advertising networks.
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies that are set by external services. These cookies are typically used for tracking and advertising purposes and may collect information about your online activities across different websites. Third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties, and we encourage you to review those policies for more information on how they handle your data.
Examples of third-party cookies we may use include:
We do not control the dissemination of these cookies and you should check the relevant third-party websites for more information on their cookie policies.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that if you choose to refuse cookies, you may not be able to access the full functionality of our website.
To manage your cookie preferences, you can follow the instructions provided by your browser. Below are links to the cookie management pages for some popular browsers:
In addition to managing cookies through your browser settings, you can also use various tools and plugins to control cookies and enhance your privacy online. These tools can help you manage your cookie preferences and block unwanted cookies from being set on your device. Some of these tools may provide additional features, such as tracking protection and ad-blocking functionalities.
We recommend that you regularly review your cookie settings and preferences to ensure that they align with your privacy expectations. Additionally, you should be aware that changes to your browser settings or the use of third-party tools may affect your experience on our website.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and your rights regarding cookie management.
Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you should cease using our website and adjust your cookie preferences accordingly.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
blakeridge.org
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +3519379443014
Address: Central Business Tower, 100 Main Street, Floor 17, Office 43, Capital City, Portugal