Introduction
This Cookie Policy of the website ("Site") of MAV S.r.l., through the brand "Valdoma" ("MAV", "We", or "Company"), describes the different types of cookies used in connection with the website, which users can access and browse.
MAV S.r.l. is the data controller of the Personal Data described in this Cookie Policy and determines the purposes and means according to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR"), Directive 2002/58/EC ("e-Privacy Directive"), and Legislative Decree 196/03 ("Privacy Code").
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites and digital platforms can use to make the user experience more efficient. Cookies allow us to store small pieces of information on the user's computer or mobile app about their visits to our website.
Types of cookies
There are different types of cookies depending on who installs them on the user’s device. Cookies can be installed by the website’s publisher the user is visiting ("first-party cookies") or by a third party that installs cookies through the first website ("third-party cookies").
Cookies also differ based on their purpose. Specifically:
Technical/functional cookies. These can be session cookies (e.g., those deleted automatically when the browser is closed) or persistent cookies used to remember information between visits. They enable navigation or provide requested services. They remember user input during site navigation. This includes cookies that enable purchases, login to restricted areas, or store selected language and nationality.
Analytical/performance/statistical cookies. These help us recognize and count the number of visitors and observe how they move around the site. This helps us improve the functionality of our site, ensuring users can easily find what they’re looking for.
Profiling and marketing cookies. These can be from us or third parties and are used to analyze user interests and browsing habits to personalize content and serve targeted advertising.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies for various purposes. Essential cookies ensure the website functions correctly.
We may also anonymously collect information on how users use the website (e.g., pages visited, time spent, traffic origin, geographic location, age, gender, interests) for marketing campaigns. These cookies are from third-party domains external to our systems.
How do we use cookies?
We can store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for the operation of this site. For all other cookie types, we require user consent.
What types of cookies do we use?
This site uses various types of cookies. Some cookies are placed by third-party services appearing on our pages.
You can always change your cookie settings in your browser to use all site functions without restrictions. We invite users to read our Privacy Policy, which contains all the information about who we are, how we handle personal data, and how to contact us.
Necessary cookies
These help make the website usable by enabling essential functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The site cannot function properly without these cookies.
● Preference cookies
These allow the site to remember information that changes how it behaves or looks, such as preferred language or location.
● Statistics cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
● Marketing cookies
These are used to track visitors across websites to display ads relevant and engaging to the individual user.
Cookie settings and preferences
Users can choose to accept or refuse cookies through browser settings. Disabling "third-party" cookies will not affect navigation.
Browsers allow different settings for "first-party" and "third-party" cookies. For example, in Firefox: Tools → Options → Privacy lets you manage cookie settings and delete them. Documentation for cookie settings is widely available online. Below are some links for major browsers:
Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en
Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer