Cookie Policy of the Balkan Foot and Ankle Society (BAFAS)
Last Updated: 15.12.2025
This Cookie Policy is designed to be transparent, user-friendly, and compliant with regulations like the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.
This Cookie Policy explains how the Balkan Foot and Ankle Society (“BAFAS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, [insert website URL] (the “Website”). By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have disabled them in your browser settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to the website owners.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
– Essential/Necessary Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly (e.g., enabling secure login, remembering your session, processing payments). These cannot be disabled.
– Performance/Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting anonymous information (e.g., number of visitors, popular pages, bounce rates). This helps us improve the Website’s performance.
– Functionality Cookies: Remember choices you make (e.g., language preference, region) to provide a more personalized experience.
– Targeting/Advertising Cookies (if applicable): Used to deliver relevant advertisements (e.g., for our conferences or partner events) on third-party platforms. We do not use invasive advertising cookies. Any such use would be minimal and for promoting BAFAS activities only.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to choose whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
– Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options,” “Tools,” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. Common options include:
– Block all cookies
– Block third-party cookies
– Delete existing cookies
– Warn before accepting cookies
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Website (e.g., you may not be able to log in or complete a transaction).
– Cookie Consent Tool: Upon your first visit to the Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can adjust your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the Website footer.
– Third-Party Opt-Outs:
– Google Analytics
– Advertising Networks
5. Embedded Content & Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include embedded content from third-party services, such as:
– YouTube/Vimeo for educational videos
– Google Maps for event locations
– Social media widgets (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
These third parties may set their own cookies when you interact with their content. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the respective third party’s privacy and cookie policies for more information.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Balkan Foot and Ankle Society (BAFAS)
Email: info@bafas.org
Postal address: “George Washington” str. 22, Sofia 1000, BULGARIA
Phone number: +35929834726