# Cookie Policy

**Last updated:** {{LAST_UPDATED_DATE}}

This Cookie Policy explains how **{{COMPANY_NAME}}** ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on this website, in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR, Reg. 2016/679) and the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC, Art. 5(3)).

## Who we are

The data controller for the processing of your personal data through cookies is:

- **Data controller:** {{COMPANY_NAME}}
- **Address:** {{COMPANY_ADDRESS}}
- **Email:** {{COMPANY_EMAIL}}
- **Registry / VAT:** {{COMPANY_REGISTRY}}
- **Data Protection Officer (DPO):** {{DPO_NAME}} — {{DPO_EMAIL}}

## What are cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They allow us to recognize your device on subsequent visits, remember your preferences, measure how the site is used, and (with your consent) deliver personalized advertising.

We also use similar technologies such as **localStorage**, **sessionStorage**, and **pixel tags**. Where this policy refers to "cookies", it covers these technologies as well.

## Legal basis

For **strictly necessary** cookies, the legal basis is our legitimate interest under GDPR Art. 6(1)(f) and the technical exemption under ePrivacy Art. 5(3).

For **all other** cookie categories, the legal basis is your **explicit consent** under GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and Art. 7, collected via the cookie banner before any non-essential cookie is set.

You can withdraw consent at any time using the "Cookie settings" link or by clearing your cookies; withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal (GDPR Art. 7(3)).

## Cookies used on this site

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## Third-party services

Where you give consent, this site may load resources from the following third-party services, which set their own cookies:

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Each third party is an independent data controller for the cookies it sets; please consult their respective privacy policies.

## How long we keep data

Consent records and analytics data are retained for {{RETENTION_PERIOD}} from collection. Strictly necessary cookies are retained only for the duration of the session or as required for the technical function they serve. See the table above for the specific lifetime of each cookie.

## Your rights

Under GDPR Art. 12-22 you have the right to:

- access the personal data we hold about you (Art. 15)
- request rectification of inaccurate data (Art. 16)
- request erasure ("right to be forgotten", Art. 17)
- restrict processing (Art. 18)
- data portability (Art. 20)
- object to processing based on legitimate interest (Art. 21)
- withdraw consent at any time (Art. 7(3))
- lodge a complaint with your national supervisory authority

To exercise these rights contact us at **{{COMPANY_EMAIL}}**. We will respond within one month of receipt (GDPR Art. 12(3)).

## Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will trigger a re-consent prompt on your next visit.

## Contact

For any question about this Cookie Policy, contact us at **{{COMPANY_EMAIL}}**.
