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Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how D F & A SRL ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, and the choices you have regarding their use. By continuing to browse or use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
D F & A SRL is registered at Via Gian Battista Bazzoni, 12, 20123 Milano, Italy. This Cookie Policy applies to all visitors of our website, regardless of their location. Our website serves participants throughout Canada and may be accessed from various jurisdictions.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences, settings, and browsing behavior.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and are activated each time you revisit the website that placed them. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your web browser.
Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties whose content or services are integrated into the website ("third-party cookies").
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We may use the following categories of cookies on our website:
Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas of the website, and basic security features. The website cannot function correctly without these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference so the cookie banner is not shown again on subsequent visits. | Persistent |
| session_id | Maintains session state during your visit, enabling page navigation and form submission. | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. Analytics cookies allow us to measure the number of visitors, see which pages are most and least popular, and understand how visitors navigate the website. This information helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used to distinguish users for the purpose of aggregated website analytics. No personally identifiable information is collected. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Used to persist session state for analytics purposes. | 2 years |
Analytics cookies are only activated if you accept cookies through the cookie consent banner.
Preference Cookies (Functional)
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you have made, such as your preferred language, region, or display settings. The information these cookies collect may be anonymized and cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| pref_lang | Remembers the language or regional preference of the visitor for a more relevant experience. | 1 year |
4. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner is displayed at the bottom of the page. You are given the option to accept or decline the use of non-essential cookies (such as analytics and preference cookies). Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function properly.
If you click "Accept," we will set all categories of cookies described in this policy. If you click "Decline," only strictly necessary (essential) cookies will be used. Your preference is stored in your browser's local storage so that the banner does not appear again on subsequent visits.
You may change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage or cookies and revisiting the website, at which point the cookie consent banner will appear again. You may also manage cookies through your browser settings as described in Section 6 below.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be placed by third-party service providers. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control the cookies set by third parties, and their use is governed by the respective third party's own privacy and cookie policies.
We recommend reviewing the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party services that may be integrated into our website. D F & A SRL is not responsible for the privacy practices or cookie usage of third-party service providers.
6. How to Manage and Delete Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or refuse cookies. In addition to the cookie consent mechanism on our website, you can manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View the cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or individual cookies
- Block all cookies or cookies from specific websites
- Block third-party cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Receive a notification when a cookie is set
The process for managing cookies varies depending on the web browser you use. Below are instructions for common browsers:
Google Chrome: Open Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data. From here, you can manage cookie preferences, block cookies, and clear existing cookies.
Mozilla Firefox: Open Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You can clear data, manage exceptions, and adjust cookie acceptance rules.
Safari: Open Preferences > Privacy. You can manage website tracking and cookie settings, including blocking all cookies and removing stored data.
Microsoft Edge: Open Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data. You can block or allow cookies and clear browsing data.
Please note that disabling or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Some features may not work as intended if essential cookies are blocked. If you block all cookies, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website.
7. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: We use browser local storage to store your cookie consent preference. Local storage functions similarly to cookies but can store larger amounts of data and is not sent with every server request.
- Session Storage: Session storage is used temporarily during your visit, for example to manage form submission states. Data in session storage is automatically deleted when you close the browser tab.
8. Legal Basis for Processing
In accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Italian Data Protection Code (Legislative Decree No. 196/2003, as amended by Legislative Decree No. 101/2018), and the guidelines of the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali), we process cookie data on the following legal bases:
- Legitimate Interest: For strictly necessary (essential) cookies that are required for the website to function properly.
- Consent: For analytics, preference, and any other non-essential cookies, which are only activated after you provide explicit consent through the cookie consent banner.
9. Data Retention
Cookie data is retained for the duration specified in the tables above. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for the period specified or until you manually delete them. Your cookie consent preference is stored in your browser's local storage until you clear it or change your settings.
10. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR and the Italian Data Protection Code, you have certain rights regarding the data collected through cookies, including:
- The right to be informed about how cookies are used
- The right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
- The right to request access to data collected through cookies
- The right to request deletion of data collected through cookies
- The right to lodge a complaint with the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12 below.
11. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or changes in applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or your data rights, please contact us:
13. Related Policies
For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please review our other legal documents: