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COOKIES POLICY
 

How do we use cookies and other methods for the collection of data about the use of websites?

By using this website you agree that we may store and access cookies and IP addresses, as well as access other methods, in order to collect website usage data and improve your online experience.

This includes information about your use of the website, the type of browser and device you are accessing from, and your location in the world (see "How do we collect and use geographic information?").

 

I.- What are cookies?

Cookies are small data files that are generated on the User's computer, smartphone, tablet or any other device when a website is accessed and that allow the owner of said page to store or retrieve certain information about the browsing that is carried out from said equipment.

For example, our cookies will remember the language and country selected so that when you access the website, the pages are displayed in that language and the departure airports belong to that country.

 

II.- Types of cookies on the South website and their purposes

Below, we provide information on the type of cookies and their purpose:

1. Types of cookies according to the managing entity 

Depending on the entity that manages the computer or domain from which the cookies are sent and processes the data obtained, we can distinguish:

  • First-party cookies: These are those that are sent to the user's terminal equipment from the South website.
  • Third-party cookies: These are those that are sent to the user's terminal equipment from a computer or domain that is not managed by South, but by another entity that processes the data obtained through cookies. Since it is these third parties who proceed with their implementation, the blocking and uninstallation of them is governed by their specific conditions and mechanisms. 
     

2. Types of cookies according to the period of time they remain activated on the terminal equipment 

  • Session cookies: These are a type of cookies designed to collect and store data while the user accesses a website. These cookies are stored on your terminal until the end of the user's browsing session.
  • Persistent cookies: These are a type of cookies in which the data is still stored on the terminal and can be accessed and processed for a period defined by the person responsible for the cookie, which can range from a few minutes to several years. 
     

3. When do we use cookies at South? 

Cookies are used in South for technical purposes: those that allow the user to navigate through the website or platform and the use of the different options or services that exist in it, such as, for example, controlling traffic and data communication, identifying the session, accessing parts of restricted access, using security elements during browsing or storing content for the dissemination of videos or sound or share content through social networks such as Twitter, Facebook, Gooogle+ or Youtube. These are session and persistent cookies. For example, to:

  • Balance website traffic to provide customers with reliable and uninterrupted service.
  • Limit traffic to key parts of the website to maintain performance levels.
  • For the operation and provision of the services offered to users who come from other websites where they have sought our services.
  • Save acceptance of the Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy and Terms and Conditions of the website.

 

III.- How to manage cookies on the South website?

You can allow, block or delete cookies installed on your computer by configuring the options of your Internet browser. If you do not allow cookies to be installed in your browser, you may not be able to access some of the services and your experience on our website may be less satisfactory.

How do I refuse or not consent to the use of cookies through the browser? 

You can refuse to accept cookies by modifying the settings of your internet browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Chrome or Firefox). Please note that if you do not allow the use of cookies in some areas of our website, the content may not be accessible or function properly.

In the following links you have at your disposal all the information to configure or disable your cookies in each browser:

Please note, however, that if you clear your cookies, we will not automatically recognise whether you have agreed to our Privacy Policy, cookie policy and website terms and conditions, so we will ask you to confirm this along with your language and country preferences.
 

How do I opt out of the use of online behavioral advertising

There are numerous sites that can help you opt out of the use of online behavioral advertising by third-party advertising agencies that use it for website advertisers.

Please note that opting out of the use of online behavioral advertising through such services:

  • It does not mean that advertising for South products and services on our websites will stop being personalized to your interests.
  • It will not stop the use of all online behavioral advertising, as it only applies to third-party advertising agencies that have signed up to use such services.
  • It does not mean that no further advertising will be displayed on this website or on other websites you access. However, the advertising you see will be less relevant to your interests.

In addition, clearing browser cookies may remove your preferences for not receiving certain services, so you may need to opt-out again.

Finally, and in case you have any problem related to the use of cookies on this Website, or want to exercise your rights of access, rectification, deletion, limitation, opposition and portability, you can contact us through the following email address DPDSouth@soegs.com.

 

IV.- To whom will your data be communicated?

South may communicate your data, exclusively for the purposes indicated in the section "When do we use cookies at South?", to other entities of the IAG Group, public administrations and other natural or legal persons who also carry out any of the aforementioned activities and with whom the different entities of the IAG Group conclude collaboration agreements, all whether or not any operation is formalized or, where appropriate, once the existing contractual relationship has been terminated and without the need for each first communication made to the aforementioned recipients to be notified.

 

V.- Policy Updates

South may modify this Cookies Policy in accordance with regulatory or legislative requirements or in order to adapt said policy to the instructions issued by the Spanish Data Protection Agency. In the event of significant changes to this Cookie Policy, Users will be duly notified. By browsing and continuing on our website, you indicate that you are consenting to the use of the cookies listed above, and under the conditions contained in this Cookies Policy.

 

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