Cookie Policy
How SIP SOCIETY uses cookies and similar technologies, and how you can control them.
Last updated: August 12, 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences over time. This policy explains the cookies we use on sipsociety.pt and how you can manage them.
2. Types of cookies we use
- Essential cookies: required for the website to function (e.g. session, security and cookie consent preferences). These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve the experience.
- Marketing cookies: used to display relevant content and measure the performance of our campaigns.
3. Cookie table
| Cookie | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sip_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie preferences | 12 months |
| session | Essential | Maintains your logged-in session | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics visitor statistics | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Distinguishes individual users | 24 hours |
4. Managing your preferences
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to Accept all, Reject non-essential cookies, or open Preferences to choose specific categories. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser storage, after which the banner will reappear.
5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties such as Stripe (payment processing) and Google Analytics. These third parties manage their own cookies in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
6. Browser controls
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website. See your browser's help pages for instructions.
7. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy as new cookies are introduced. The "Last updated" date reflects the most recent revision.