- What are cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites visited by the user send to their device (computer, smartphone, tablet), where they are stored and then retransmitted to the same websites on the next visit. Cookies allow the site to function properly, improve the browsing experience, and collect information for statistical or advertising purposes.
In addition to cookies, similar tools may be used (e.g., pixels, web beacons, tracking scripts) which serve the same purpose.
- Types of cookies used
This website uses different categories of cookies, depending on their purpose and origin:
- Technical (necessary) cookiesEssential for the proper functioning of the website and for enabling navigation and the use of requested services (e.g., session management, access to restricted areas, language preferences). They do not require user consent.
- Analytical cookiesCollect aggregated and anonymous information on the use of the website (e.g., number of visitors, most visited pages, average time spent). If provided by third parties, user consent is required.
- Profiling cookiesUsed to track user browsing and create profiles based on preferences, in order to send targeted advertising messages. These cookies are installed only with the explicit consent of the user.
- Third-party cookiesPlaced by domains other than the one visited. They may include features such as interactive maps, social media buttons, embedded videos, analytics services, or behavioral advertising. The processing and consent for these cookies are managed by the respective third parties.
- Legal basis for processing
The processing of personal data collected through technical cookies is based on the performance of a contract or compliance with legal obligations.
The use of analytical and profiling cookies is instead based on the user’s consent, expressed through the banner displayed upon first access to the site.
- Managing consent
When first accessing the site, the user will see an information banner that allows them to:
- accept all cookies,
- reject all non-essential cookies,
- customize preferences by selecting which categories of cookies to allow.
User choices are recorded and can be modified at any time through the “Manage Cookie Preferences” section available on the website.
- How to disable cookies via browser
Users may manage and/or delete cookies through their browser settings:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
- Microsoft Edge
Disabling technical cookies may affect certain functionalities of the site.
- Data disclosure
Data collected through cookies may be processed by third parties acting as data processors pursuant to Article 28 of the GDPR.
- Data retention
Cookies have varying durations:
- session cookies are automatically deleted when the browser is closed;
- persistent cookies remain stored until their expiration date or until deleted by the user.
Personal data collected via cookies are processed in accordance with the principles of minimization and storage limitation set forth by the GDPR.
- User rights
Pursuant to the GDPR, the user may exercise at any time the following rights:
- access to their personal data,
- right to rectification or erasure,
- restriction or objection to processing,
- withdrawal of previously given consent,
- lodge a complaint with the Supervisory Authority (Data Protection Authority).
Requests must be sent to the Data Controller using the contact details provided in the website’s Privacy Policy.
- Updates to this Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated to reflect legislative, technological, or functional changes to the website. Any updates will be published on this page.