1. Introduction and legal framework
This policy explains how data is collected and used through cookies and applies to all website users. It is based on applicable personal data protection law, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
2. Data controller
RESEC SRL — Via Mongibello, 165 – 97100 Ragusa (RG) – Italy (VAT no. 05712420966). Email: info@resec.it.
3. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that websites send to the user’s device, where they are stored and sent back to the same websites on the next visit. During browsing, the website may collect technical information (IP address, device identifiers, browser, operating system and access records), cookie and privacy preferences, aggregate data and anonymous statistics on website operation.
4. Types of cookies
- Strictly necessary cookies: essential for the website’s technical operation;
- Preference cookies: store the user’s display preferences;
- Analytics cookies: collect aggregate traffic and usage data;
- Promotional cookies: for personalised content;
- External components: social plugins and third-party tools.
5. Consent and cookie management
The use of non-essential cookies requires prior, freely given and specific consent. A dedicated banner allows users to accept all cookies, customise individual categories or reject optional cookies. Preferences are stored for 180 days using an essential cookie.
6. Legal bases for processing
- performance of services requested by the user;
- compliance with legal obligations;
- the controller’s legitimate interest (security and fraud prevention).
7. List of cookies
The website uses essential cookies and, with consent, Google Analytics 4 to collect aggregate statistics on visits and website use. Google Analytics may set analytics cookies and transfer data to Google under the provider’s terms of service. Without consent, only essential and preference cookies are used.
8. Retention period
Cookie preferences are retained for 180 days. For further information on retention periods for other data, please see the Privacy Policy.
9. How to delete or disable cookies
Every browser allows users to manage, restrict or delete cookies through its settings. Official guides are available for the main browsers (Google Chrome, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge / Internet Explorer).
10. User rights
- access their personal data and obtain its rectification or erasure;
- request data portability;
- restrict or object to processing;
- withdraw consent at any time;
- lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.