1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser when you visit a website. They serve various purposes such as remembering user preferences, collecting statistical data, and showing personalized content or advertisements.
Cookies do not harm your device and are essential for the proper functioning of this website.
2. Types of cookies we use
a) Depending on who manages them
- First-party cookies: Set and managed directly by us (IAU Bordeaux).
- Third-party cookies: Set and managed by external services such as Meta (Facebook), Google Ads, or HubSpot.
b) Depending on their purpose
| Cookie Type | Description |
| Strictly Necessary | Enable basic functions like navigation, form submission, and secure login (required for school registration). |
| Preferences / Functional | Remember user choices such as language or region and enable enhanced features. |
| Analytics | Collect anonymous data about user behavior to improve website performance. |
| Advertising | Show personalized ads based on browsing history and measure campaign effectiveness (e.g., Meta Ads, Google Ads). |
3. Cookies used on this website
| Cookie Name | Type | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| _ga | Analytics | Distinguish users | 2 years | |
| _gid | Analytics | Distinguish sessions | 24 hours | |
| _fbp | Advertising | Meta (Facebook) | Track advertising performance | 3 months |
| hubspotutk | Analytics | HubSpot | Identify leads and track user behavior | 6 months |
| __hssc, __hssrc | Analytics | HubSpot | Session tracking and page views | Session / 30 min |
| cookieyes-consent | Necessary | CookieYes | Stores user cookie preferences | 1 year |
| elementor | Necessary | First-party | Enables live content editing on WordPress | Persistent |
Note: This list may vary depending on technical integrations and will be updated regularly.
4. How to manage cookies
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to:
- Accept all cookies.
- Reject optional cookies.
- Customize your cookie preferences by category.
You can also configure your browser to:
- Block all or some cookies.
- Delete cookies already installed.
- Receive alerts before cookies are installed.
For help managing cookies in your browser, visit: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
5. Consent
Except for strictly necessary cookies, no cookies will be installed without your explicit consent.
Your preferences are stored as proof of consent in compliance with GDPR. You may revoke or modify your consent at any time using the “Review Cookie Settings” option in the website footer.
6. International data transfers
Third-party cookies (such as those from Meta, Google, and HubSpot) may involve international data transfers, especially to the United States. These transfers are made under the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and other GDPR safeguards.
7. Updates to this policy
We may update this cookie policy based on changes in the cookies we use or regulatory requirements. We recommend reviewing it periodically.
8. Contact
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, contact us at:
Email: info@bdx.iaula.edu
Address: 4 cours du medoc 33300 Bordeaux
Phone: +33 (0)5 XX XX XX XX