Cookie Policy Last updated: 22-JUN-2026 This Cookie Policy explains how AI Balkans uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. AI Balkans is an independent AI hub for the Balkans by AINOW Society, based in Skopje, North Macedonia. By using our website, you may be asked to accept, reject, or manage cookies depending on the type of cookies used. What are cookies? Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, understand how visitors use the site, and improve user experience. Cookies may be placed by AI Balkans directly or by third-party services we use. Types of cookies we may use 1. Essential cookies These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They may be used for: website security page loading form submissions cookie consent settings basic CMS functionality preventing spam or abuse Essential cookies cannot usually be disabled through our cookie settings because the website may not work correctly without them. 2. Analytics cookies Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use AI Balkans. They may collect information such as: pages visited time spent on pages traffic sources device and browser type approximate location based on technical data article performance We use this information to improve our content, website structure, and reader experience. Analytics cookies are only used where permitted by applicable law and, where required, with your consent. 3. Preference cookies Preference cookies help remember choices you make on the website. They may be used for: language preferences display settings cookie consent choices saved user preferences These cookies help make the website more convenient to use. 4. Marketing and advertising cookies If AI Balkans uses advertising, sponsorship tracking, social media pixels, or campaign measurement tools, marketing cookies may be used. These cookies may help us: measure advertising performance understand campaign effectiveness show relevant sponsored content prevent repeated display of the same advertising measure referrals from social platforms or partner campaigns Marketing cookies will only be used where enabled on the website and where required with your consent. Third-party cookies Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that support our website. These may include services for: analytics hosting and security newsletters embedded videos social media sharing advertising or campaign measurement spam protection contact and submission forms Third-party services may process data according to their own privacy and cookie policies. AI Balkans does not control third-party cookies once they are placed by those providers. Cookies we may use The specific cookies used on AI Balkans may change depending on the tools and services active on the website. Examples may include: cookies required for website security and performance cookies used to remember cookie consent choices analytics cookies used to understand website traffic cookies used by embedded content or social media features cookies related to newsletter, contact, or submission forms Where possible, we will provide cookie controls that allow visitors to manage non-essential cookies. Managing cookies You can manage cookies in several ways: Cookie banner or settings If a cookie banner or cookie settings panel is available on AI Balkans, you can use it to accept, reject, or manage non-essential cookies. Browser settings You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to: block cookies delete existing cookies receive alerts before cookies are stored block third-party cookies clear browsing data Please note that blocking some cookies may affect how the website works. Consent Where required by applicable law, AI Balkans will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies, such as analytics, marketing, or advertising cookies. You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by using the cookie settings available on the website or by adjusting your browser settings. Personal data and cookies Some cookies may collect information that can be considered personal data, such as IP address, device information, browser details, or usage behavior. For more information about how we process personal data, please read our Privacy Policy. Updates to this Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, technology, services, or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this page. Contact For questions about this Cookie Policy or how AI Balkans uses cookies, contact us at: [email protected]