Cookie Policy EN
Purpose of the Policy
This policy aims to inform users about the types of cookies and other tracking technologies (such as flash cookies, HTML5 cookies, pixels, or SDKs, hereinafter referred to as Cookies used on the website https://www.safe-europe.eu and its domain where this policy is made available. It also explains the purposes and methods of using Cookies and provides instructions on how users can refuse consent and/or modify their cookie preferences at any time.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are text files that websites (so-called publishers or first parties) visited by the user or third-party websites/web servers (third parties) store directly or indirectly on the user’s device (PC, smartphone, or tablet) through the browser (e.g., Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Safari, etc.).
Cookies can remain in the user’s browser for the duration of a session (until the browser is closed) or for longer periods.
Cookies allow the website to recognize the user’s device and enable functionalities such as faster page loading and routing of network traffic, ensuring the website’s efficient operation. Cookies can also be used to deliver advertisements and measure their effectiveness or customize services based on user behavior.
Unless otherwise specified, third-party cookies are managed solely by their respective providers. For more details on their privacy policies, users should visit the respective providers websites.
Types of Cookies
According to privacy regulations and European guidelines (e.g., the Article 29 Working Party, now replaced by the European Data Protection Board, or EDPB), cookies can be categorized as follows:
Technical Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website’s functionality and for providing services explicitly requested by users. According to Article 122, paragraph 1 of the Italian Privacy Code (Legislative Decree No. 196/2003), technical cookies include:
Session or navigation cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when the browser is closed and are essential for safe and efficient website navigation.
Functionality cookies: These remember user preferences (such as language or privacy settings) to improve user experience and enhance website performance.
No prior user consent is required for technical cookies, but users must be informed according to Article 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU Regulation 2016/679, or GDPR).
Analytical Cookies
Analytical cookies track and analyze website usage, enabling statistical reports and service improvements. When used by the website owner and processing aggregated, anonymous data, analytical cookies are legally treated as technical cookies.
For third-party analytical cookies, user consent is not required if the data collected does not allow direct identification. However, consent is necessary for analytical cookies that involve user profiling.
Profiling Cookies
Profiling cookies track user behavior to create personalized profiles, analyze browsing habits, and deliver targeted advertisements. Due to their potential privacy impact, European and Italian regulations require explicit user consent before these cookies can be installed.
Additionally, user consent is required for mixed cookies those used for multiple purposes beyond mere technical functions.
How to Delete Cookies
Users can modify their cookie settings through their browser. Disabling all cookies may impact website functionality. Instructions for managing cookies in major browsers are available via the following links:
For third-party analytical cookie management, users can visit www.youronlinechoices.com.
The complete list of cookies used, including their purposes and retention periods:
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Policy Updates
SAFE reserves the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect regulatory updates. Users are encouraged to check the last revision date at the bottom of the page.
Any changes will be effective from the date of publication on the website.