Cookie Policy

**Last updated: 2 May 2026** This Cookie Policy explains how **ABC Consulting Group Ltd.** uses cookies and similar technologies on **abc-consulting-group.com** (the "Website"). It complements our [Privacy Policy](/en/legal/privacy-policy). By continuing to use the Website you agree only to the cookies that are strictly necessary for it to function. All other cookies are loaded only after you have given consent through our cookie banner. --- ## 1. What is a cookie A **cookie** is a small text file that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet or phone) when you visit it. Cookies allow the website to remember your actions and preferences, support secure authentication and help measure usage. We also use similar technologies — such as **localStorage**, **sessionStorage**, and pixel tags — that work in a comparable way. For simplicity, this policy refers to all of them as "cookies". --- ## 2. Categories of cookies we use We classify cookies into two categories: ### Strictly necessary cookies (always active) These cookies are essential for the Website to operate. Without them, services such as logging in or submitting a contact form would not work. They are loaded by default and do not require consent. ### Analytics cookies (only with your consent) These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously or in aggregated form. They are loaded **only after you give consent** in the cookie banner. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time. We do **not** use marketing, advertising or remarketing cookies. --- ## 3. Detailed list of cookies The table below lists the cookies the Website may set. Specific cookie names and durations are set by the third-party providers and may change without notice; the categories and purposes remain as described. ### Strictly necessary | Cookie / storage item | Provider | Purpose | Retention | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | `__session`, `firebaseAuth.*`, `idToken` | Firebase Authentication (Google) | Maintains your sign-in session in the administrative dashboard | Session / up to 1 hour for ID tokens, refreshed automatically | | `cookie_consent` | abc-consulting-group.com | Stores your cookie preferences so we don't ask again on every visit | 12 months | | Hosting / security cookies | Firebase App Hosting (Google) | Load balancing, security and abuse prevention | Session | ### Analytics (require consent) | Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Retention | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | `_ga` | Google Analytics 4 (Google) | Distinguishes unique visitors | 13 months | | `_ga_` | Google Analytics 4 (Google) | Persists session state | 13 months | | `_gid` | Google Analytics 4 (Google) | Distinguishes unique visitors (24h window) | 24 hours | For full details on Google Analytics cookies, see Google's reference: [policies.google.com/technologies/cookies](https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies). --- ## 4. How to manage your cookie preferences You can manage your preferences in three ways. **On our Website.** Use our cookie banner. The banner appears on your first visit and can be reopened at any time from the link **"Cookie preferences"** in the footer. From there, you can accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or accept only specific categories. **In your browser.** Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. The exact steps depend on the browser: - Chrome: [support.google.com/chrome](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647) - Firefox: [support.mozilla.org](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer) - Safari: [support.apple.com](https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac) - Edge: [support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge) Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may make parts of the Website unusable — for example, you may not be able to sign in to the administrative dashboard. **Opt out of Google Analytics.** You can install Google's official browser opt-out at [tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout). --- ## 5. Withdrawing your consent Your consent is voluntary, and you can withdraw it at any time. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal. To withdraw consent for analytics cookies, click **"Cookie preferences"** in the footer of the Website and toggle off the relevant category, or clear cookies in your browser. --- ## 6. Changes to this policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example when we add or remove a service. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent version. We encourage you to review this page periodically. --- ## 7. Contact For any question about cookies or this policy: **ABC Consulting Group Ltd.** ul. Tsarkovna nezavisimost No. 18, 7000 Ruse, Bulgaria Phone: **+359 893 768 898** Contact form: [abc-consulting-group.com/#contact](https://abc-consulting-group.com/#contact)