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This Cookie Policy is provided in compliance with EU Regulation 679/2016 (GDPR), Articles 13 and 122 of the Personal Data Protection Code (Legislative Decree 196/03), and the General Provision of the Data Protection Authority dated May 8, 2014, regarding cookies.

This policy applies to users who access the website:
🌐 www.materiawoodcraft.com
(hereinafter referred to as the “Site”) owned by Francesco Mincio, whose registered office is at Via Vittorio Gauthier 59, 00054 Fiumicino (RM), Italy.
For any inquiries, please contact:: materiawood80@gmail.com

1. Definition of Cookies

Cookies are small text files sent from a website to the user’s device, allowing the site to store information for future visits.

Cookies are classified into:
🔹 First-party cookies: Created, deleted, and modified directly by the website you are visiting.
🔹 Third-party cookies: Created by external services (e.g., ads, images, social media buttons, or linked content).

Cookies can be:
✅ Temporary cookies (session cookies): Automatically deleted when the browser is closed.
✅ Persistent cookies: Remain stored on the device until manually deleted or until they expire as set by the website.

2. Types of Cookies Used on This Site

2.1 Technical Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the correct operation of the website, such as ensuring navigation, login security, and distinguishing users when providing a requested service.

✅ Some of these cookies expire when the browser is closed (session cookies), while others persist longer (e.g., the cookie storing consent preferences for one year).
❌ No consent is required for these cookies.

2.2 Analytical Cookies

These cookies collect aggregated and anonymous information about how users interact with the website, such as visitor numbers and frequently visited pages.

✅ Since they do not allow user identification, they are treated as technical cookies.
✅ They help improve site performance and user experience.

By clicking “OK” on the cookie banner at the first visit or by continuing to browse the site, you expressly consent to the use of these cookies and similar technologies.

3. Profiling Cookies

🔹 The website does not use profiling cookies to track user preferences for advertising or behavioral analysis.

4. Disabling Cookies

You can disable or revoke consent for cookies at any time through:

  • Your browser settings, which allow you to block or delete stored cookies.
  • The cookie consent banner, available at the bottom of the website.

⚠ Disabling cookies may affect website functionality, especially for third-party services, login preferences, or content display.

🚀 How to Disable Cookies in Browsers:

5. Third-Party Cookies Used on This Site

This site may integrate third-party services that use cookies for additional features, analytics, or social media sharing. We do not control third-party cookies, and users should refer to their respective privacy policies.

5.1 Google Services

Google Ireland Ltd provides services such as Google Analytics and Google Fonts.

🔹 Google Analytics
Used to analyze site usage, track visitor behavior, and generate reports.
📌 Data collected: Browser ID, IP address (anonymized), visit timestamps, referral sources.
📌 More info & opt-out: Google Analytics Privacy

🔹 Google Fonts
Some fonts used on this website are loaded from Google Fonts.
📌 More info: Google Fonts Privacy

6. Embedded Content and Social Media Plugins

This site may include social media plugins (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) that allow users to share content.

📌 How Social Media Plugins Work:

  • When you visit a page with a social plugin, your browser connects directly to the third-party server.
  • If you are logged into your social account, the social network can track your visit.
  • To prevent tracking, log out of your social account before visiting the site.

🔹 YouTube (Google Inc.)
This site may embed YouTube videos with “Privacy-Enhanced Mode”, preventing cookies unless the user interacts with the video.
📌 More info: YouTube Privacy Policy

🔹 Facebook & Instagram (Meta Platforms, Inc.)
Social media buttons for easy sharing.
📌 More info: Meta Privacy Policy

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the last updated date.

8. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:

📧 Email: materiawood80@gmail.com
📍 Address: Via Vittorio Gauthier 59, 00054 Fiumicino (RM), Italy