Cookie policy
This policy refers to cookies and web pages operated by MARIA FOODNOVA HOLDING SRL and complements the policies regarding the terms of use of the website and the protection and processing of personal data in full compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“General Data Protection Regulation” or “GDPR”).
What are cookies?
A cookie is a small file, made up of letters and numbers, that is stored on a user’s computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access the internet. A cookie is installed through a request issued by a web server to a browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Chrome) and is completely “passive” (it does not contain software programs, viruses, or spyware and cannot access information from the user’s hard drive).
What are cookies used for?
These files allow the recognition of the user’s device and the presentation of content in a relevant manner, tailored to the user’s preferences. Cookies ensure a pleasant browsing experience and support our efforts to provide comfortable services to users, such as:
- Online privacy preferences
- Shopping cart preferences
- Relevant advertising
Additionally, cookies are used to prepare aggregated anonymous statistics that help us understand how users interact with our web pages, enabling us to improve their structure and content while excluding the personal identification of users.
What types of cookies do we use?
We use two types of cookies: session cookies and persistent cookies.
Session cookies: Temporary files that remain on the user’s device until the session ends or the browser is closed.
Persistent cookies: Files that remain on the user’s device for a period defined by the cookie’s parameters or until manually deleted by the user.
How are cookies used on this website?
A visit to this website may place the following types of cookies:
- Strictly necessary cookies
- Performance cookies
- Visitor analysis cookies
- Geotargeting cookies
- Registration cookies
- Advertising cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. These cookies do not require your prior consent to be downloaded to your device. You can set your browser to block these cookies; however, some sections of the website may not function correctly as a result.
Do cookies contain personal data?
Cookies themselves do not require personal data to be used and, in most cases, do not personally identify internet users. Personal data collected through the use of cookies may be collected only to facilitate certain functionalities for the user. Such data is encrypted in a way that makes it impossible for unauthorized persons to access it.
Deleting cookies
Generally, an application used to access web pages allows cookies to be saved on the user’s device by default. These settings can be changed so that the automatic management of cookies is blocked by the web browser, or the user is informed each time cookies are sent to their device. Detailed information about the options and ways to manage cookies can be found in the settings area of the web browser.
Limiting the use of cookies may affect certain functionalities of the web page.