Understanding how FQ Central uses cookies to enhance your experience
Last Updated: January 7, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how FQ Central ("we," "us," or "our"), a company established under the laws of the Hellenic Republic with its registered office in Athens, Greece, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website (https://fq-central.com) and use our services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. We are committed to transparency and compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, and Greek data protection laws. By understanding how we use cookies, you can make informed decisions about your privacy preferences.
FQ Central uses cookies for the following purposes:
GDPR Compliance: In accordance with GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, we only set non-essential cookies after obtaining your explicit consent. Essential cookies that are strictly necessary for website operation do not require consent under GDPR Article 6(1)(f) as they are necessary for our legitimate interests in operating our website.
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality.
We may use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.
Data Collected: Pages visited, time on site, bounce rate, traffic sources, device information, geographic location (country/city level).
We may use advertising platforms (such as Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag) for advertising and remarketing purposes. These cookies enable us to show you relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior.
We do not control third-party cookies. Third-party cookies are set by domains not operated by FQ Central. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they collect and use your information.
GDPR Compliance: We select third-party partners based on their GDPR compliance. They process data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and provide mechanisms for users to control their data.
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link on our website or by adjusting your browser settings.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding cookies and data processing:
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at corporate@fq-central.com. We will respond within 30 days as required by GDPR Article 12.
Important: Blocking or deleting essential cookies may prevent you from accessing certain features of our website, including logging into your account or saving preferences.
Here are instructions for managing cookies in popular web browsers:
Note: Safari uses Intelligent Tracking Prevention (ITP) automatically.
For mobile browsers (Safari on iOS, Chrome on Android), cookie settings are typically found in the browser settings menu under "Privacy" or "Site Settings". The exact location varies by browser version and device.
Some browsers previously included a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. As of 2025, the Do Not Track standard has been deprecated, with major browsers including Firefox and Safari removing support for the DNT header. There is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
We recognize and respect the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal, which is the successor to DNT and is legally recognized under privacy laws including GDPR. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will:
Under GDPR Article 21(5), you have the right to exercise your right to object "by automated means using technical specifications." We interpret GPC signals as a valid exercise of this right.
Instead of relying solely on browser signals, we provide:
Cookie data is retained as follows:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
When we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we will:
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your privacy. Your continued use of our website after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy, unless explicit consent is required under GDPR.
Previous versions of this Cookie Policy are available upon request. If you would like to review a previous version, please contact us at corporate@fq-central.com.
This Cookie Policy is governed by the laws of the Hellenic Republic (Greece). We comply with:
FQ Central is subject to the oversight of the Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA). If you are located in Greece or the European Economic Area and believe we have not adequately addressed your cookie-related concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the HDPA:
You may also contact the data protection authority in your EU member state if you reside outside Greece.
FQ Central is the data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data collected through cookies.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
To exercise your GDPR rights (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection, or withdrawal of consent), please submit a request with the subject line "Cookie Policy - Data Subject Rights Request." We will verify your identity and respond to your request within 30 days as required by GDPR Article 12(3).
Thank you for trusting FQ Central with your data. We are committed to transparency, security, and respect for your privacy. By using cookies responsibly and giving you full control over your preferences, we strive to deliver the best experience while protecting your rights under GDPR.