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Cookie Policy


Cookie Policy for DataSpark SRL
Last Updated: March 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how DataSpark SRL ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and online services. It describes what cookies are, how we use them, your rights regarding their use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. Introduction & Commitment to Transparency
At DataSpark SRL, we prioritize transparency and user experience. Cookies and related technologies enable us to:
• Deliver personalized and efficient services
• Improve website performance and security
• Gather analytical data for service optimization
• Enhance user experience and functionality
• Protect against fraud and unauthorized access

2. Understanding Cookies & Similar Technologies
2.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files (typically less than 4KB) stored on your device when you visit websites. They contain basic information about your internet usage and help websites remember your preferences. Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided.

2.2 Similar Technologies We Use
• Web Beacons: Small transparent images used to track user behavior
• Pixel Tags: Code snippets that load when a user visits a page or opens an email
• Local Storage: Permanent storage on your device for larger amounts of data
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that clears when you close your browser
• Device Fingerprinting: Collection of device-specific information for identification

3. Detailed Cookie Categories & Usage
3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Purpose: Critical for website functionality
Duration: Session to 1 year
Examples:
• Authentication tokens
• Security identifiers
• Load balancing session data
• CSRF protection tokens
Cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website operation.

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Measure website performance and user behavior
Duration: 14 months maximum
Examples:
• Google Analytics (_ga, _gid)
• AWS CloudWatch metrics
• Performance timing data
• Error tracking information
Data collected: Page load times, error rates, user interactions

3.3 Functionality Cookies
Purpose: Remember user preferences and settings
Duration: Up to 2 years
Examples:
• Language preferences
• Theme settings
• User interface customizations
• Form auto-fill data
These enhance your browsing experience but are not essential.

3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
Purpose: Deliver targeted advertisements
Duration: Up to 13 months
Examples:
• Ad platform cookies
• Conversion tracking
• Retargeting identifiers
• Campaign performance metrics
We use these to measure ad effectiveness and prevent repetitive ads.

3.5 Social Media & Third-Party Cookies
Purpose: Enable social features and external content
Duration: Varies by provider
Examples:
• Social share buttons
• Embedded content cookies
• OAuth authentication
• API integration cookies

4. Detailed Cookie Management
4.1 Browser-Specific Controls
Chrome:
1. Click 'Settings' in the menu
2. Select 'Privacy and security'
3. Click 'Cookies and other site data'
4. Choose your preferred settings

Firefox:
1. Click 'Menu' and select 'Options'
2. Choose 'Privacy & Security'
3. Navigate to 'Cookies and Site Data'
4. Configure your preferences

Safari:
1. Choose 'Preferences'
2. Select 'Privacy'
3. Manage 'Cookies and website data'
4. Set your desired restrictions

Edge:
1. Click 'Settings and more'
2. Select 'Settings'
3. Choose 'Privacy & services'
4. Adjust cookie settings

4.2 Mobile Device Controls
iOS:
1. Open 'Settings'
2. Select 'Safari'
3. Choose 'Privacy & Security'
4. Manage cookie preferences

Android:
1. Open Chrome
2. Access 'Settings'
3. Select 'Privacy and security'
4. Configure cookie options

5. Third-Party Integration Details
5.1 Analytics Services
• Google Analytics
  - Purpose: Website analytics
  - Data Collected: Usage patterns, device info
  - Cookie Duration: 14 months
  - Opt-out: Via Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

• AWS CloudWatch
  - Purpose: Performance monitoring
  - Data Collected: Error rates, response times
  - Cookie Duration: Session only
  - Opt-out: Not available (essential service)

5.2 Marketing Services
• Google Ads
  - Purpose: Ad targeting
  - Cookie Duration: 13 months
  - Opt-out: Via Google Ad Settings

• LinkedIn Insight Tag
  - Purpose: Professional audience targeting
  - Cookie Duration: 6 months
  - Opt-out: Via LinkedIn privacy settings

5.3 Security Services
• AWS WAF
  - Purpose: Security and fraud prevention
  - Cookie Duration: Session
  - Cannot be disabled (security essential)

6. Data Protection Measures
6.1 Cookie Security
• All cookies transmitted over HTTPS
• Encrypted storage of cookie data
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and monitoring

6.2 Data Retention
• Session cookies: Deleted upon browser close
• Persistent cookies: Maximum 2-year lifetime
• Marketing cookies: 13-month maximum
• Analytics data: 14-month retention

7. Your Enhanced Rights
7.1 Comprehensive Rights
• Access your cookie-related data
• Export collected information
• Modify cookie preferences
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities

7.2 Exercise Your Rights
Contact our Data Protection Officer:
Email: contact@dataspark.org
Response Time: Within 72 hours
Verification: May require identity confirmation

8. Regular Policy Updates
8.1 Update Process
• Annual review minimum
• Notification of material changes
• 30-day advance notice of significant updates
• Version history maintained

8.2 Change Documentation
• Policy version number
• Change summary
• Effective date
• Previous versions archive

9. Contact Information
DataSpark SRL
Email: contact@dataspark.org
Address: Via Roma 123, 20121 Milan, Italy
Data Protection Officer: Available via email
Response Time: 72 hours maximum

10. Legal Framework Compliance
This policy complies with:
• EU GDPR requirements
• ePrivacy Directive
• Italian Privacy Law
• Industry best practices
• IEEE security standards

Last Policy Review: March 2025
Next Scheduled Review: March 2026
Version: 2.0