Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Alba Capital ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.albacapital.com (the "Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

This Cookie Policy supplements our Privacy Policy. For information about how we process personal data collected through cookies, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve performance, and provide information to website owners. Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
• First-party cookies: set by the website you are visiting
• Third-party cookies: set by a domain other than the website you are visiting

In addition to cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as web beacons (also called clear GIFs or tracking pixels), local storage objects, and similar tracking technologies.

2. Categories of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

• Legal basis (GDPR): Legitimate interest / technically necessary (consent not required)
• Examples: session management, security tokens, load balancing

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of the Website. They help us understand which pages are most and least popular, and see how visitors navigate around the Website. All information collected is aggregated and therefore anonymous.

• Legal basis (GDPR): Consent (opt-in required)
• Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• Legal basis (GDPR): Consent (opt-in required)
• Examples: language preference, region selection, theme preference

2.4 Targeting / Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through the Website by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertising on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but uniquely identify your browser and internet device.

• Legal basis (GDPR): Consent (opt-in required)
• Examples: social media pixels, retargeting tags

We currently do not use targeting cookies. If we introduce targeting cookies in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent accordingly.

3. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below lists the specific cookies used on our Website at the time this policy was last updated. Please note this list may not be exhaustive, as new cookies may be added from time to time.

4. Your Cookie Choices

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit the Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of the Website.

4.2 Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

• View cookies stored on your device and delete individual cookies
• Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
• Clear all cookies when you close the browser

Please be aware that restricting cookies may affect the functionality of the Website. Guidance on how to manage cookies in common browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

4.3 Opt-Out Links for Third-Party Services

You can opt out of specific third-party analytics and advertising cookies via the following links:

• Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Google Ads: https://adssettings.google.com
• Facebook/Meta Pixel: https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=ads
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): https://optout.networkadvertising.org
• Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu

4.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universally agreed upon standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We respect your privacy preferences and will not track your activity if you have enabled DNT in your browser settings.

5. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be indicated by a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy whenever you access the Website.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: