Cookies
A cookie is a text file that is saved on the visitor's computer when connecting to a website. It is very common for websites to use cookies because they are often used for basic functions. Two types of Cookies
Luleå Municipality's websites use two types of cookies.
- One type saves a file on your computer for an extended period. It is used, for example, for functions that indicate what is new since the user last visited the current website.
- The second type of cookies is called session cookies. While you are browsing a page, this cookie is temporarily stored in your computer's memory, for example, to keep track of the language you have chosen. Session cookies are not stored for an extended period on your computer and disappear when you close your browser.
Are cookies dangerous?
No, cookies are not dangerous. Cookies are ordinary text files and cannot contain viruses. The files are small, and most browsers only allow a certain amount of cookies to be stored in memory. There is no risk of the hard drive becoming full just because you allow cookies. Can I reject cookies?
If you do not want to accept cookies, your browser can be configured to automatically deny the storage of cookies or inform you each time a website requests to store one. In this case, no cookies will be stored, but you will not be able to use certain parts of the website, and other parts may not function correctly.
Luleå Municipality's use of cookies
Temporary cookies are set when you use forms such as services, surveys, or similar. These are necessary for the function to be maintained.
Web Analytics
The website uses the Matomo web analytics tool to improve the website.
Matomo anonymizes your visit and stores the statistics in the municipality's server room, preventing third parties from using data about your visit for marketing purposes. Matomo stores information about your visit through cookies.