Cookie policy

COLAS is particularly attentive to protecting your personal data. We provide transparent information on our cookie policy when our website https://www.colas.fr/fr stores cookies on your device.

Cookies are small files, also called trackers, stored and read when you visit our website, regardless of the device used (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.).

Cookies have many uses: they can remember the display language of the site or an identifier to track your navigation for statistical or advertising purposes.

We can only store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for the site to function. For all other types of cookies, we need your consent.

When you first visit https://www.colas.fr/fr a banner informs you of cookies and lets you set your preferences. Cookies are only deposited if you accept them, except for technical cookies strictly necessary for site operation. You can access the “Cookie Management” module at the bottom of our homepage.

 

I/ WHAT NAVIGATION DATA IS COLLECTED VIA COOKIES?

Via cookies, the following data may be collected, even if we do not know the exact device or user identity:

  • Identification and content of a cookie stored by COLAS, its subcontractors, or third-party social media providers;
  • The IP address of the device accessing the site (personal data);
  • Date, time, and duration of connection;
  • Referring page address;
  • Operating system type (Windows, MacOS, Linux, etc.);
  • Browser type and version (Chrome, Safari, Edge, etc.);
  • Mobile device or tablet model;
  • Possible download errors;
  • Browser language;
  • Characteristics of viewed and shared content.

These are referred to as “Navigation Data.”

 

II/ WHY ARE COOKIES PRESENT ON OUR SERVICES?

Cookies allow us to:

  • Enable navigation and adapt content or display to your device;
  • Generate statistics and audience measurement;
  • Allow social media sharing;
  • Ensure site security by detecting malicious activity.

 

III/ WHO DEPOSITS COOKIES?

Subject to your consent and the configuration choices of your device (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) and/or your browser, when you access our website, cookies may be placed by:

  • COLAS or its subcontractors (technical service providers who process your navigation data on behalf of COLAS, within the meaning of Article 28 of the GDPR);
  • Third-party social media providers, i.e., companies operating social networks such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc., which may place cookies for social media sharing purposes.

Two types of cookies are placed on our site:

1. Strictly necessary cookies for site operation

We use strictly necessary cookies to ensure the proper functioning and security of the site.

Technical cookies may be placed by COLAS or its subcontractors. These necessary cookies help make the website usable by enabling basic functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the site.

These cookies may, in particular, allow you to:

  • Access browser and/or device settings, such as display resolution, language, security settings, etc.;
  • Improve your browsing comfort and ensure optimal use of the site.

Technical cookies also include certain audience measurement cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation and routine administration of the site. Their sole purpose is limited to measuring site traffic, and they are processed on behalf of Colas without enabling overall tracking of individual browsing activity. These cookies help us generate anonymous statistical data, and any personal data collected is not combined with other processing nor shared with third parties.

When you visit our site, we use cookies to track and receive anonymous information about your browsing activities on our site. The Matomo tool allows us to improve your online experience and the usability of our website. It is never used to collect personal information about you and is never linked to your user profile if you are registered on our site.

You can technically block these cookies using your browser settings, but doing so may degrade your experience on the site.

 

2. Other cookies

We use third-party cookies, the different categories of which are defined in the table in the appendix, intended to improve our services but not strictly necessary for the site’s operation. For all these other types of cookies, we require your consent.

Subject to your consent and your browser settings, cookies may be placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) by third-party social media providers. These allow the social media providers to track your browsing on our service, particularly when your account on the relevant social network is active on your device (session open) during your visit. If you disable these cookies, the Colas website will function normally, but you will not be able to use social media sharing features.

OTHER THIRD-PARTY COOKIES FOR SOCIAL MEDIA SHARING PURPOSES
Youtube : https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416?hl=fr
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/
X : https://support.twitter.com/articles/20171379#
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out

 

IV/ COOKIE MANAGEMENT

1. CONSENT TO THE USE OF COOKIES 

The placement of a cookie for audience measurement or social media sharing requires your prior consent.

We inform you that by continuing to browse our service, notably through a positive action such as clicking on an element of the service (image, link, “search” button), you agree to the placement of cookies on your device by us, our subcontractors, and third-party social media providers for the purposes described above.

2. OPPOSITION TO COOKIE PLACEMENT

You can oppose the placement of a specific cookie for audience measurement, statistics, or social media sharing at any time:

  • Directly through your browser;
  • By objecting to the placement of a specific cookie. For this, please refer to the list of cookies placed, available in the appendix.

However, please note that rejecting all or part of the cookies may prevent you from fully enjoying the features of our service. Therefore, we disclaim any responsibility for any consequences related to possible malfunctions of our service resulting from our inability to record or read cookies necessary for the operation of the service that you have refused or deleted.

There are several ways to disable cookies, including:

a) Browser configuration (WEB) :

You have the option to configure your browser to disable the placement of cookies.

Since each browser’s settings are different, we encourage you to consult your browser’s instructions to determine how to exercise your right to refuse cookies. To assist you, you can refer to the specific help page for the browser you are using:

Some browsers also offer a “Do Not Track” option.

b) Modifying or withdrawing cookie consent from COLAS.FR

You can modify or withdraw your consent for cookies on our website at any time by clicking the “Cookie Management” link at the bottom of the page.

Your consent applies to the following domains: https://www.colas.fr

For more information on managing your personal data and exercising your rights, please refer to our notre politique de confidentialité.

V/ WHAT IS THE COOKIE RETENTION PERIOD?

Cookies placed by COLAS and our subcontractors, as well as the collected navigation data, are retained for a maximum of thirteen (13) months from the date they are placed on your device. After this period, your consent will be requested again.

Your consent applies to the following domains: www.colas.fr

Your current status: Allow all

Your consent ID: HgrYbjkFo9Z3Q5q3YekIG7vrqaZ9U/hv0IbWhptApEOxA1IHxJ2uKA==Consent date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 15:35:24 UTC+2

 

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Cookie declaration updated on 16/10/2025 by Cookiebot.