Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use on www.luxesailingcharter.it, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further detail on how we process personal data collected through cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies: ESSENTIAL / TECHNICAL COOKIES These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They do not require your consent. — Session cookie: maintains your session state as you navigate the site (e.g. keeping you logged in, preserving form data). Duration: session (deleted when you close the browser). — Language preference cookie (NEXT_LOCALE): remembers your chosen language (Italian or English). Duration: 1 year. — CSRF protection token: protects against cross-site request forgery attacks. Duration: session. ANALYTICS COOKIES (require consent) These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. All data is aggregated and anonymised where possible. — Google Analytics 4 (_ga, _ga_*): provided by Google LLC. Collects data on pages visited, session duration, traffic sources and user interactions. IP addresses are anonymised. Duration: up to 2 years. You can opt out at any time by withdrawing your consent or by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout). MARKETING COOKIES (require consent — not yet active) These cookies may be activated in the future to support advertising and remarketing campaigns. — Meta Pixel: provided by Meta Platforms, Inc. Tracks conversions and enables personalised advertising on Facebook and Instagram. This cookie is not currently active. It will only be placed once enabled and consented to.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The relevant third parties are: Google LLC: Google Analytics 4 (analytics), Google Fonts (technical). Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy Stripe Inc.: Stripe payment processing cookies are set when you proceed to payment. These are essential for the payment process. Privacy policy: stripe.com/privacy PayPal Holdings, Inc.: PayPal payment processing cookies are set when you choose PayPal as your payment method. Privacy policy: paypal.com/privacy We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these providers for full details on how they use data collected via their cookies.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website. Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data Opera: Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Cookies For more information on managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org. Please note that opting out of analytics cookies through your browser does not remove cookies already placed. You should delete existing cookies separately in your browser settings.
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. This banner allows you to: — Accept all cookies (essential, analytics, and marketing). — Reject non-essential cookies (only essential cookies will be placed). — Customise your preferences by category. Your consent is recorded and remembered for 12 months. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website. We rely on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) for analytics and marketing cookies. Essential cookies are placed on the basis of our legitimate interest in operating a functional website (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) and do not require consent.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in technology, or changes in applicable law. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. If we introduce new categories of non-essential cookies, we will re-request your consent where required. For questions about this Cookie Policy, contact us at info@luxesailingcharter.it.