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Cookie Policy
1. What are cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites save on your device when you visit them. They are used to make the site work, remember your preferences, and collect anonymous statistical information about usage.
This site also uses localStorage — a browser technology similar to cookies — exclusively to save your cookie preferences. localStorage does not require consent for this technical use.
2. Technical and functional cookies
These cookies are necessary for the correct operation of the site and cannot be disabled. They do not collect personal information for marketing purposes.
| Name / Key | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
s3_cookie_consent | localStorage | Until manually deleted | Saves your cookie preferences to avoid showing the banner on every visit |
3. Analytical cookies — Google Analytics 4
Subject to collecting your consent, we use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect aggregate and anonymous data on site usage. This data helps us understand which content is most useful and how to improve the browsing experience.
IP addresses are anonymised before transmission to Google. The data collected does not allow direct identification of individuals.
GA4 cookies are installed only after your explicit consent. You can withdraw consent at any time via the "Manage cookies" link in the site footer.
| Cookie name | Domain | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | .stage3.it | 2 years | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a random anonymous ID |
_ga_P11CRCJDDV | .stage3.it | 2 years | Maintains session state for the specific GA4 property |
_gid | .stage3.it | 24 hours | Distinguishes users within the same day |
For more information on Google's processing, see the Google Privacy Policy and the Safeguarding data in Google Analytics page.
4. How to manage your preferences
Via the site banner
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Manage cookies" link in the site footer. The preferences panel will reopen where you can enable or disable analytical cookies.
Via your browser settings
You can configure your browser to block or delete cookies. Please note that disabling technical cookies may impair the functioning of the site. Here is how to access settings in the main browsers:
Google Analytics opt-out
Alternatively you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on provided by Google.
5. Related documents
- Stage3 Privacy Policy — full notice on the processing of personal data
- Italian Data Protection Authority cookie guidelines (2021)
For questions about this Cookie Policy, write to privacy@stage3.it.