Last updated: 14 May 2026
The Cookie Policy of the website of Hellenic Mission has been written in a simple and clear way, so that all users and visitors can understand how cookies are used on our website.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies may be used, why we use them, and how visitors can manage their cookie preferences.
By browsing our website, the user confirms that they have been informed about the use of cookies according to this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy.
This Cookie Policy forms part of the Terms of Use of our website and may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
If we make any important changes to this Cookie Policy, we may inform users through a new cookie banner or website notice.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Hellenic Mission |
| Based in | Thessaloniki, Greece |
| VAT / Tax ID | 154157050 |
| GEMI Registration Number | 190986757000 |
| Telephone | +30 697 062 0912 |
| info@hellenicmission.gr |
Cookies are small text files that are stored on the user’s browser or device when visiting a website.
Cookies help the website recognize the user’s device, remember certain preferences, improve website functionality, provide a smoother browsing experience and, where applicable, collect information about how visitors use the website.
Cookies may be temporary or may remain stored on the user’s device for a specific period of time, depending on their purpose.
Cookies do not normally allow us to directly identify a visitor as a person. However, in some cases, cookies may be connected with online identifiers, device information, browsing behavior or other data that may be considered personal data under applicable data protection laws.
Cookies can be categorized depending on how long they remain stored and who places them on the user’s device.
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary cookies that are deleted automatically when the user closes the browser. |
| Persistent Cookies | Cookies that remain stored on the user’s device for a specific period of time or until manually deleted. |
| First-Party Cookies | Cookies placed directly by the website that the user is visiting. |
| Third-Party Cookies | Cookies placed by external services or platforms used on the website, such as analytics tools, maps, videos or social media widgets. |
Hellenic Mission may use cookies for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Description |
|---|---|
| Website Operation | To make the website function properly and securely. |
| User Preferences | To remember visitor choices, such as language or cookie preferences. |
| Website Performance | To understand how visitors use the website and improve its structure, speed and content. |
| Security | To protect forms, prevent spam and support safe browsing. |
| Analytics | To measure website traffic and understand visitor behavior. |
| Embedded Content | To display third-party content such as maps, videos or Instagram widgets. |
| Marketing | To support advertising, remarketing or social media campaigns, where applicable. |
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the operation of the website. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly.
Functional cookies allow the website to remember visitor preferences and provide a better browsing experience.
These cookies may be used for security, page loading, cookie consent storage, language selection, contact forms, inquiry forms, spam protection and general website functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type | Placed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Used to store and identify a user’s session while browsing the website. It helps the website function correctly during the visit. | Session | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
| cookie_consent | Stores the user’s cookie preferences, such as accepted or rejected cookie categories. | Up to 12 months | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
| wp-wpml_current_lang uage | Stores the current language selected by the user, if a multilingual plugin is used. | Session or persistent | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
| elementor | Used by the website builder to support website layout and content display. | No fixed duration / local storage | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Checks whether the user’s browser supports cookies. | Session | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
| security_cookie | Helps protect the website from spam, abuse or unauthorized actions. | Session or persistent | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
| form_session_cookie | Supports contact, inquiry or participation forms on the website. | Session | First- party | Hellenic Mission website |
Analytics and performance cookies help us understand how visitors use the website.
These cookies may collect information such as which pages are visited most often, how long visitors stay on the website, which links are clicked, how visitors arrive at the website and whether users experience technical issues.
This information helps Hellenic Mission improve the website, content, user experience and performance.
Analytics cookies are not strictly necessary for the website to function and should be used only with the user’s consent, where required by law.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type | Placed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish unique users by assigning a randomly generated identifier. It helps collect statistics about website visits and user behavior. | Up to 2 years | First-par ty / Third-pa rty | Google Analytics |
| _ga_XXXXXXXXXX | Used by Google Analytics 4 to maintain session state and collect statistical information about website usage. | Up to 2 years | First-par ty / Third-pa rty | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users and collect information about page visits. | 24 hours | First-par ty / Third-pa rty | Google Analytics |
| _gat | Used by Google Analytics to limit the request rate and manage data collection. | 1 minute | First-par ty / Third-pa rty | Google Analytics |
| _gclxxxx | Used by Google services to measure advertising and conversion performance, where Google Ads is active. | Up to 90 days | First-par ty / Third-pa rty | |
| analytics_storage | Stores the user’s consent choice for analytics cookies, where Google Consent Mode is used. | Persistent | First-par ty / Third-pa rty | Google / Website |
Note: These cookies should only be activated if the visitor accepts analytics cookies through the cookie banner or cookie settings.
Marketing and advertising cookies may be used to deliver more relevant content, measure advertising campaigns, create audiences and support remarketing.
These cookies may be placed by third-party platforms such as Meta, Google or other advertising and social media services.
Marketing cookies are optional and are used only with the visitor’s consent, where required by law.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type | Placed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Meta / Facebook to deliver, measure and improve advertising campaigns. | Up to 3 months | First-party / Third-party | Meta Platforms, Inc. |
| fr | Used by Facebook to deliver, measure and improve advertising relevance. | Up to 3 months | Third-party | Meta Platforms, Inc. |
| _gcl_au | Used by Google Ads to measure advertising performance and conversions. | Up to 3 months | First-party / Third-party | |
| IDE | Used by Google advertising services to show relevant ads and measure ad effectiveness. | Up to 13 months | Third-party | |
| test_cookie | Used by Google to check whether the user’s browser supports cookies. | 15 minutes | Third-party | |
| ads_storage | Stores the user’s consent choice for advertising cookies, where Google Consent Mode is used. | Persistent | First-party / Third-party | Google / Website |
Note: These cookies should only be activated if the visitor accepts marketing cookies through the cookie banner or cookie settings.
Our website may include content or services from third parties. These third-party services may place cookies on the user’s device when the user interacts with them or when they are loaded on the page.
This may include maps, videos, social media widgets, newsletter forms, booking tools, contact forms or other embedded services.
Hellenic Mission does not fully control third-party cookies. These cookies are subject to the cookie and privacy policies of the respective third-party providers.
| Service / Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type | Placed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Maps cookies | Used to display interactive maps, meeting points or trip locations on the website. | Varies | Third-party | |
| YouTube cookies | Used to display embedded videos and measure video interaction. | Varies | Third-party | Google / YouTube |
| Instagram cookies | Used to display Instagram feeds, posts or widgets on the website. | Varies | Third-party | MetaPlatforms,Inc. |
| Facebook cookies | Used for social media plugins, sharing features or advertising tools. | Varies | Third-party | MetaPlatforms,Inc. |
| Google reCAPTCHA cookies | Used to protect forms from spam, bots and abuse. | Varies | Third-party | |
| Newsletter platform cookies | Used to support newsletter subscription forms and communication tools. | Varies | Third-party | Newsletter provider |
| Booking / inquiry form cookies | Used to support trip inquiry, participation request or booking forms. | Varies | Third-party | Website / Form provider |
Note: Third-party cookies may change depending on the tools and plugins used on the website.
When visitors enter the website for the first time, a cookie banner or cookie preference tool may appear.
Through this tool, visitors may be able to:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Accept All Cookies | Allows all cookie categories, including analytics and marketing cookies. |
| Reject Non-Essential Cookies | Allows only strictly necessary cookies. |
| Manage Preferences | Allows the visitor to choose which cookie categories they accept. |
| Change Preferences Later | Allows the visitor to update their cookie choices at any time. |
Strictly necessary cookies may remain active because they are required for the website to work.
Analytics, marketing and third-party cookies should only be activated after the visitor gives consent, where required by law.
Users can control or delete cookies through the cookie banner, the cookie settings button on the website or their browser settings.
Most browsers allow users to:
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| View Cookies | See which cookies are stored on the device. |
| Delete Cookies | Remove cookies already stored on the device. |
| Block Cookies | Prevent cookies from being stored. |
| Block Third-Party Cookies | Prevent cookies from third-party providers. |
| Receive Warnings | Ask the browser to notify the user before cookies are stored. |
| Disable Cookies Completely | Block all cookies, although some website functions may not work properly. |
If users use more than one device or browser, they may need to adjust their cookie preferences separately on each device or browser.
Users can manage cookies directly through their browser settings.
| Browser | Where to Manage Cookies |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and site data |
| Mozilla Firefox | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data |
| Apple Safari | Settings / Preferences → Privacy |
| Microsoft Edge | Settings → Cookies and site permissions |
| Opera | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies |
| Android Browser / Chrome Mobile | Settings → Site settings → Cookies |
| iOS Safari | Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security |
If a user uses a different browser, they should check the support or help section of that browser.
Some cookies may involve the processing of personal data, especially where they can identify a browser, device, session, online behavior or user preferences.
Where cookies involve personal data, Hellenic Mission processes such data according to applicable data protection laws and the Privacy Policy of the website.
For more information about how we collect, use and protect personal data, users should read our Privacy Policy.
Hellenic Mission may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on our website.
If there are important changes to the cookies we use, we may update the cookie banner or ask users to review their cookie preferences again.
The date at the top of this Cookie Policy shows when it was last updated.
For questions about this Cookie Policy, cookie preferences or privacy matters, you may contact Hellenic Mission through the official communication channels listed on our website.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Hellenic Mission |
| Based in | Thessaloniki, Greece |
| VAT / Tax ID | 154157050 |
| GEMI Registration Number | 190986757000 |
| Telephone | +30 697 062 0912 |
| info@hellenicmission.gr |
