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www.dataprotection.ro website uses the following types of cookies

JSESSIONID	is a session cookie, automatically generated used for the management of the web applications (HTTPS protocol, the online forms). This cookie is deleted automatically when closing the browser.
YOUTUBE Cookies	on the home page of the website it was inserted a public information video through the secured channel Youtube in a privacy-enhanced mode (increased level of confidentiality). It can install cookie modules (session/permanent) on your computer only when you want to play it (Play). More information are available on https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/171780?hl=ro-RO

How can you stop cookies?

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