Last updated: 1 March 2026
1. What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. It allows the site to remember information about your browsing activity.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: deleted when the browser is closed
- Persistent cookies: stored for a defined period
- First-party cookies: set by the website you are visiting
- Third-party cookies: set by external domains
Similar technologies
In addition to traditional HTTP cookies, other technologies can store information:
- localStorage: Persistent browser storage (no expiry date)
- sessionStorage: Storage limited to the browsing session
- Fingerprinting: Identification through browser technical characteristics (not used by LotoIA)
2. Technologies used by LotoIA.fr
2.1 Strictly necessary storage
These items are essential for the website to function and do not require your consent (GDPR exemption).
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
lotoia_session |
sessionStorage | Anonymous session identifier | Session (deleted on browser close) | Random UUID v4 |
lotoia-theme |
localStorage | Display preference (day/night mode) | Persistent (until manual deletion) | "day" or "night" |
lotoia_cookie_consent |
localStorage | Cookie consent preferences | 13 months | Consent preferences |
2.2 Analytics cookies (optional)
These trackers require your prior consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Consent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
No third-party analytics cookies are currently used. LotoIA.fr performs audience measurement through internal server logs only. |
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2.3 Advertising cookies (optional)
These trackers require your prior consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Consent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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No third-party advertising cookies are currently used. Partnerships are managed through an internal system without external trackers. |
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3. Your consent
3.1 Prior consent principle
In accordance with Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the use of non-essential cookies requires your free, specific, informed and unambiguous consent.
3.2 Cookies exempt from consent
Certain cookies are exempt from consent requirements as they are strictly necessary for the service to function:
- Session cookies (authentication, shopping cart, etc.)
- Interface personalisation cookies (language, theme)
- Consent memory cookies
- Audience measurement cookies meeting GDPR conditions
3.3 Manage your preferences
You can modify your cookie choices at any time:
4. Browser cookie management
You can also configure your browser to accept or reject cookies. Here are the procedures for the main browsers:
5. Delete LotoIA data
To delete all data stored locally by LotoIA.fr:
This action will delete:
- Your session identifier
- Your theme preferences
- Your cookie consent choices
You can also use your browser's developer tools (F12) to access local storage and manually delete entries.
6. Consent validity period
In accordance with GDPR recommendations:
- Your consent is retained for a maximum period of 13 months
- Beyond this period, your consent will be requested again
- You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time
7. Policy updates
This cookie policy may be updated to reflect changes in our practices or regulations. The date of the last update is shown at the top of this document.
If new non-essential cookies are added, your consent will be requested again.
8. Contact
For any questions about cookies:
- Email: rgpd@lotoia.fr
To learn more about cookies and your rights under the GDPR: European Commission - Data Protection