Definitions, characteristics, and application of the law
Cookies are small text files that websites send and store on your computer or mobile device, which are then retransmitted to the same websites on your next visit. Cookies allow a website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login information, preferred language, font size, other display settings, etc.) so that they do not need to be re-entered when you return to the website or navigate from one page to another. Cookies are therefore used to perform computer authentication, monitor sessions, and store information regarding the activities of users who access a website. They may also contain a unique identification code that allows the user’s browsing activity within the website to be tracked for statistical or advertising purposes. While browsing a website, you may also receive cookies from websites or web servers other than the one you are visiting (so-called “third-party” cookies).
Some operations cannot be performed without the use of cookies, which in some cases are therefore technically necessary for the website to function properly.
There are various types of cookies, depending on their characteristics and functions, and these can remain on the user’s computer for different periods of time: so-called session cookies, which are automatically deleted when the browser is closed; and so-called persistent cookies, which remain on the user’s device until a predetermined expiration date.
According to applicable legislation, the use of cookies does not always require the user’s express consent. Specifically, “technical cookies,” i.e., those used for the sole purpose of transmitting a communication over an electronic communications network, or to the extent strictly necessary to provide a service explicitly requested by the user, generally do not require such consent. In other words, these are cookies that are essential for the website to function or necessary to perform activities requested by the user.
Conversely, “profiling cookies,” i.e., those designed to create user profiles and used to send advertising messages in line with the preferences expressed by the user while browsing online, usually require the user’s prior consent, although this depends on the applicable law.
Types of cookies used by the Website and (de)selection options
The Website uses the following cookies, which can be deselected, except for third-party cookies, for which you should refer directly to the relevant cookie selection and deselection methods, indicated via links:
- Technical navigation or session cookies, strictly necessary for the operation of the Website or to allow you to use the requested content and services.
- Analytics cookies, which allow us to understand how the Website is used. These cookies do not collect information about your identity or any Personal Data. The information is processed in aggregate and anonymous form.
FICPI Italy also uses third-party cookies, i.e., cookies from websites or web servers other than FICPI’s own.
Please note that these third parties, listed below with links to their privacy policies, are typically data controllers for FICPI Italy (i.e., they process Personal Data on behalf of FICPI Italy).
Regarding third parties that send cookies through the Website, please find below the links to their respective privacy policies:
Google: https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/
– Cookies present on the Website
In detail, the cookies sent by FICPI Italy through the Website are listed below:
| Type of cookie and owner | Technical name of cookies | Function and purpose | Persistence time |
| FICPI Italy – first part – persistent | cookiescriptaccept | internal cookies necessary for the functioning and display of the Cookie Policy. | 1 month |
Cookie settings
Impostazioni relative ai cookie
You can block or delete (in whole or in part) technical and functional cookies through your browser’s specific settings. However, we inform you that not allowing technical cookies may make it impossible to use the Website, view its content, and use its services. Disabling functional cookies may result in some services or certain features of the Website being unavailable or not functioning properly, and you may be forced to modify or manually enter certain information or preferences each time you visit the Website.
Your choices regarding the Website’s cookies will be stored in a dedicated cookie. However, this cookie may not function properly in some circumstances. In such cases, we recommend deleting unwanted cookies and disabling their use through your browser settings.
Your cookie preferences will need to be reset if you use different devices or browsers to access the Website.
How to view and modify cookies via your browser
You can authorize, block, or delete (in whole or in part) cookies using your browser’s specific functions. For more information on how to set cookie preferences via your browser, please consult the relevant instructions:
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You can also manage your third-party cookie preferences using online platforms such as AdChoice.
WARNING: Disabling technical and/or functional cookies may prevent the Website from being accessible, or some services or features of the Website may be unavailable or may not function properly. You may be forced to change or manually enter certain information or preferences each time you visit the Website.