This cookies statement applies when you browse the website of MERI, a department of the Belgian Science Policy Office meri.belspo.be.
When a link takes you to another portal site, a website, an online application or a social network, you must check the terms and conditions for the processing of personal data used by those responsible for those services.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small information files that are automatically recorded by your browser on your computer or mobile device, such as your choice of language on a website. When you visit the website later again, this cookie returns to the concerned website. In this way, the website recognizes your browser and can for example retain your choice of language. Cookies also make it possible to analyze the use of a website to identify and remove any problems.
Cookies usually also have an expiration date. For example, some cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser (so-called session cookies), while others can be stored longer on your computer, sometimes until you delete them manually (so-called persistent cookies).
Who installs these cookies?
First-party cookies are installed in your browser by the website you are visiting.
Third-party cookies are installed in your browser, not by the website you are visiting, but by a third party like an advertiser or an analytic system.
What cookies we use and why?
The website of MERI, a department of the Belgian Science Policy Office, uses only where this is necessary cookies essential for the functioning of the site. These simplify the website’s access and navigation, and enhance the speed and efficiency of its use. They can also be used to personalise your visit according to your own preferences. They do not require explicit consent from the visitor.
The website of MERI can also use permanent, functional cookies for the preservation of certain queries in the database, if explicitly requested by the user. In this case, the website clearly indicates their use. The user can remove these cookies at any time.
How to manage cookies?
The configuration of most browsers allows you to accept, to refuse or to delete the cookies. You are free to refuse cookies, although this can hinder optimum browsing and the functionality of the website's services. Please consult the help function on your browser for more information.
- rev. 15/06/2021 -
