Privacy Policy

Cookie Policy

I. Subject Matter

This policy applies to cookies and web pages operated by Attorney Hulya Dzhoshkun Shakirova-Shefkedova, BULSTAT BG 181253902, registered with the Varna Bar Association on October 28, 2024, under Personal Reg. No. 1300170690, with a law office located at 163 Slivnitsa Blvd., 3rd Floor, Studio 11, Varna, Bulgaria (hereinafter referred to as "the Law Office" or "We"). When you first visit https://lexshakirova.com/, we will ask you to accept the use of cookies in accordance with the terms of this policy. By using our website and accepting these terms, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with the provisions outlined herein.

II. What are Cookies?

A cookie is a small file composed of letters and numbers that is stored on a user's computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access the Internet. A cookie is installed via a request sent by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is completely "passive" (it contains no software programs, viruses, or spyware, and cannot access information stored on the user's hardware).

III. What are Cookies Used For?

These files make it possible to recognize a user's device and display content tailored to their preferences. Cookies provide users with a smooth browsing experience and help Attorney Hulya Dzhoshkun Shakirova-Shefkedova offer appropriate services, such as online privacy settings, shopping cart retention, or tailored advertising. Furthermore, they are used to compile anonymous statistics that help us understand how users interact with our website, allowing us to improve its structure and content without identifying individual users.

IV. What Types of Cookies Do We Use?

Attorney Hulya Dzhoshkun Shakirova-Shefkedova uses two types of cookies: session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary files that remain on the user's device until the end of the browsing session or until the application (web browser) is closed. Persistent cookies remain on the user's device for the duration specified by the cookie parameters or until manually deleted by the user.

V. How Are Cookies Used by This Website?

A visit to this website may generate cookies for the following purposes:

• Performance Cookies: We use performance cookies to collect information on how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most frequently and whether error messages are received. These cookies do not collect individually identifiable information. All data collected is aggregated and anonymous, used solely to enhance the performance and functionality of https://lexshakirova.com/.

• Functionality Cookies: We use functionality cookies to allow https://lexshakirova.com/ to remember choices you make (such as entered input, text size, fonts, or customizable parameters) to provide enhanced, personalized features.

• Third-Party Services: We use third-party service providers to present our services online. This non-personally identifiable information is anonymous and does not include your name, physical address, email address, or other sensitive details, although your IP address may be recorded. Anonymous data is collected using pixel tags (standard tracking mechanisms used across major websites).

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Our analytics provider generates statistical data through cookies to produce analytical reports. Learn more at Google Analytics Cookie Usage. The privacy policy of the analytics provider can be reviewed at Google Privacy Policy.

• IP Anonymization: IP anonymization is enabled on this website. User IP addresses are truncated within EU member states and the EEA prior to storage, removing any direct personal link. Pursuant to website operator agreements with Google Inc., this data is used to evaluate website activity and provide Internet-related services.

• Social Media & External Links: Our website may contain links to external sites, share buttons (e.g., X/Twitter), or Facebook "Like" widgets. These external platforms may set their own cookies, collect data, or request personal details. Please review their respective privacy policies to understand how your information is handled.

• Geotargeting Cookies

• Registration Cookies

VI. Do Cookies Contain Personal Data?

By themselves, cookies do not require personal information to function and generally do not identify individual internet users. Any personal data collected through cookie usage is gathered solely to facilitate user interaction. Such data is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.

VII. Blocking Cookies

By default, web browsers allow the automatic storage of cookies. You can adjust these settings to block automatic cookie management or receive alerts whenever cookies are sent to your device. Detailed settings can be found within your web browser options. Restricting cookie usage may affect certain functionalities of the website.

Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies; for example:

• Internet Explorer (v10): Navigate to Settings > Internet Options > Privacy > Advanced.

• Mozilla Firefox (v24): Click Tools > Options > Privacy, select Use custom settings for history from the drop-down menu, and uncheck Accept cookies from sites.

• Google Chrome (v29): Open Customize and Control > Settings > Show advanced settings > Content settings.

Note: Blocking all cookies will negatively impact the usability of many websites and may prevent full access to features on our website.

VIII. Deleting Cookies

You can delete cookies already stored on your device:

• Internet Explorer (v10): Manually delete cookie files following Microsoft instructions at Microsoft Support.

• Mozilla Firefox (v24): Go to Tools > Options > Privacy, select Use custom settings for history, click Show Cookies, and remove desired entries.

• Google Chrome (v29): Go to Customize and Control > Settings > Show advanced settings > Clear browsing data, select Cookies and other site and plug-in data, and click Clear browsing data.

Note: Deleting cookies will negatively impact site usability across multiple sessions.

IX. Why Are Cookies Important to the Internet?

Cookies are essential to the effective operation of the Internet, creating personalized user experience models based on preferences. Disabling cookies may render certain web services unusable.

Refusing or disabling cookies does not mean you will no longer receive online advertising; rather, advertisements will no longer be tailored to your browsing behavior and interests.

Key examples of essential cookie functions (not requiring account login):

• Adapting content and services to user preferences across product and service categories.

• Remembering user preferences such as saved credentials.

• Maintaining parental control filters for internet content (e.g., family mode, safe search).

• Capping advertisement frequency per user.

• Delivering relevant, interest-based advertising.

• Measuring and optimizing web analytics (monitoring traffic volume, content consumption, and user acquisition channels to continuously improve user experience).

X. Security and Confidentiality

Cookies are NOT viruses! They consist of plain text files. They contain no executable code and cannot run, duplicate, or spread across networks autonomously. Consequently, they cannot be classified as computer viruses.

However, cookies can potentially be exploited for negative purposes. Because they store browsing history and preference data across multiple websites, they may be utilized as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware tools flag cookies for removal during routine diagnostic and antivirus scans.

Modern browsers include privacy management settings providing variable cookie acceptance levels, validity periods, and automated post-session clearance.

Additional Security Aspects:

Because privacy protection is a fundamental right, users should be aware of potential security risks. Information is transmitted continuously back and forth between the browser and the website. If an unauthorized third party intercepts an unencrypted channel (e.g., an unsecured public Wi-Fi network), data contained within cookies could be compromised.

Another risk stems from misconfigured server cookie settings. If a website fails to enforce encrypted channels (HTTPS), unauthorized actors may exploit this vulnerability to intercept browsing tokens. It is crucial to maintain appropriate privacy and browser security configurations.

XI. Tips for Safe and Responsible Cookie-Based Browsing

Due to their flexibility and adoption by major global websites (including YouTube, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.), cookies are practically ubiquitous. Completely disabling cookies will restrict access to key services across the web.
All modern web browsers offer flexible preference settings to control or customize cookie behavior according to your privacy requirements.