Cookies

This privacy notice describes “what cookies are” and the types of cookies used on our website.

What are cookies?

A cookie is a simple text file that is stored on the user’s computer or mobile device by a website server and that can be read or retrieved by the server itself. It contains certain information and allows the website to remember, for example, the user’s preferences. The Electronic Communications Directive and the Italian Data Protection Authority’s Provision of May 8, 2014, no. 229, regarding the “Identification of simplified procedures for information notices and the acquisition of consent for the use of cookies”, provide that the use of cookies may only be permitted with the user’s consent.

Do we use cookies on our website?

Yes. Cookies are used to improve our website and to provide services and features to users. You may restrict or disable the use of cookies through your web browser. However, in this case, some website functionalities may become inaccessible.

Why do we use cookies?

Cookies may be used for various reasons. In some parts of our website, cookies are essential and without them you may not be able, for example, to browse the site correctly or view lists properly. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our website and to better promote our services. To do this, it is important for us to understand how our website is used. Cookies also help us provide a better and richer experience: if something appears interesting, you may choose to “Like” it on Facebook or tweet it (cookies facilitate these operations).

What types of cookies are used on our website?

Technical cookies
Technical cookies are those used solely for the purpose of “carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network, or to the extent strictly necessary for the provider of an information society service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user to provide such service” (see Art. 122, paragraph 1, of the Privacy Code).

They are not used for any further purposes and are normally installed directly by the owner or operator of the website. They may be divided into:

Browsing or session cookies
These are used to store data useful for normal browsing and use of the website on the user’s computer (allowing, for example, the preferred page size in a list to be remembered). These cookies may further be distinguished according to their persistence on the user’s computer: those automatically deleted at the end of each browsing session are called session cookies. If they remain for a longer period, they are referred to as persistent cookies.

Functional cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices made by the user in order to optimize functionality. For example, functional cookies allow the website to remember specific user settings, such as country selection and, if enabled, permanent login status.

Analytics cookies
These cookies allow data to be collected on how users use the website, including which elements are clicked during browsing, in order to improve the website’s performance and design. They may be shared with our third-party analytics tool providers. However, they are used exclusively for purposes related to our website.

Third-party cookies
These cookies are related to services provided by third parties, such as “Like” and “Share” buttons, and they monitor the effectiveness of advertising. The third party provides these services in exchange for information regarding the user’s visit to our website. Consequently, third-party cookie providers are also required to comply with applicable data protection regulations. For this reason, we refer users to the web pages of third-party websites, where users can find cookie consent forms and the relevant privacy notices. Where services are provided through indirect contacts with third parties, users must consult the websites of the entities acting as intermediaries between us and such third parties.

No third-party cookies are present on this website.

How can cookies be disabled or removed?

Most browsers automatically accept cookies, but you may also choose not to accept them. We do not recommend this option, as it may prevent normal browsing and full use of all website features. If you do not want your computer to receive and store cookies, you can change your browser security settings (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Safari, etc.). In any case, please note that certain parts of our website can only be fully used if your browser accepts cookies; otherwise, for example, you may not be able to access restricted areas. Consequently, your decision to remove and not accept cookies may negatively affect your experience on our website.