This Cookie Policy explains how AbroadLink Translations, S.L. ("AbroadLink", "we", "us" or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on www.abroadlink.com (the "website"). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data more generally.
By continuing to use our website, and where required by giving your consent through our cookie banner, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Policy. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time (see Your consent & controls).
01 What are cookies?
A cookie is a small data file that a website transfers to your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) when you visit. Cookies allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions, to improve your experience.
Some cookies are placed by us ("first-party cookies") and some are placed by third-party services we use ("third-party cookies"). Cookies may be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
We may also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags and local storage, which are covered by this Policy.
02 How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
- enable essential functions and security of the website;
- remember your preferences and settings;
- understand how visitors use our website so we can measure and improve its performance;
- where you consent, deliver and measure marketing and advertising.
Cookies help us understand which areas of the website are most popular so we can improve the experience on future visits.
03 Types of cookies we use
We group the cookies on our website into the following categories:
Required for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms.
Always active — no consent requiredAllow the website to remember choices you make — such as your language or region — to provide enhanced, more personalised features.
Consent requiredHelp us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting and reporting information anonymously or in aggregate — for example, which pages are visited most often.
Consent requiredMay be set through our site by us or our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. Only used where you have given consent.
Consent required04 Cookies on our website
The table below lists the main cookies used on our website. Cookie names, providers and durations should be verified against an up-to-date scan of the live site and updated as services change.
| Cookie / provider | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
cookie_consent (AbroadLink) |
Strictly necessary | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| Session cookie (AbroadLink) | Strictly necessary | Maintains your session and site security | Session |
lang / preference (AbroadLink) |
Preference | Remembers your language or region choice | 12 months |
Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, etc.) |
Statistics | Measures website usage and performance in aggregate | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing / advertising (e.g. Google Ads, LinkedIn) | Marketing | Delivers and measures relevant advertising | Varies by provider |
05 Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as web analytics, embedded content (e.g. videos or maps) and advertising or social media platforms. These providers may collect information about your use of our website and combine it with other information. We do not control these third-party cookies; please refer to the respective providers' own privacy and cookie policies for more information.
06 Your consent and how to manage cookies
When you first visit our website, you are shown a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies and to choose which categories you allow. Strictly necessary cookies are always active because the site cannot function without them.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by reopening the cookie settings from the banner or the link in our website footer.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting cookies already stored on your device. Instructions are available in the help section of most browsers:
Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect how the website functions.
07 Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Any changes take effect when the updated version is published on this page, and the "Last updated" date above will be revised accordingly.
08 Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
AbroadLink Translations, S.L.