Last updated: December 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy describes the types of cookies and similar technologies used by the website pricentia.com (hereinafter “Website”), operated by Pricentia (hereinafter “Controller” or “we”).
This policy supplements our Privacy Policy and provides detailed information about how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites send to the user’s browser, where they are stored and retransmitted to the same websites on subsequent visits.
2.1 Cookie Classification
Cookies can be classified based on:
| Criterion | Types |
|---|---|
| Duration | Session cookies (deleted when the browser is closed) · Persistent cookies (remain until expiry or deletion) |
| Origin | First-party cookies (set by the website visited) · Third-party cookies (set by other domains) |
| Purpose | Functional/Technical · Analytics · Profiling · Marketing |
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Our Website uses the following categories of cookies:
3.1 Technical Cookies (Necessary)
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the Website and cannot be disabled. They ensure basic functionality such as page navigation, security, and respecting your privacy preferences.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest of the Controller (Art. 6.1.f GDPR) — No consent required.
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
pricentia_consent | pricentia.com | Stores the user’s cookie consent preferences | 365 days |
cf_clearance | cloudflare.com | Cloudflare security cookie for protection against bots and attacks | 1 year |
__cf_bm | cloudflare.com | Cloudflare bot management to distinguish human users from bots | 30 minutes |
Cloudflare Turnstile
We use Cloudflare Turnstile as an anti-bot protection system on our forms. This service may set technical cookies necessary to verify that interactions come from human users rather than automated systems.
3.2 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferred language or region.
Legal basis: User consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR)
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
preferredLanguage | pricentia.com | Stores the user’s language preference (e.g. EN/IT) | 365 days |
_dc_gtm_* | google.com | Used by Google Tag Manager to control tag loading | Session |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to collect aggregated information about how users interact with the Website, helping us improve performance and user experience.
Legal basis: User consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR)
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | google.com | Google Analytics — Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated ID | 2 years |
_ga_* | google.com | Google Analytics 4 — Maintains session state | 2 years |
_gid | google.com | Google Analytics — Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
_gat | google.com | Google Analytics — Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Google Tag Manager (GTM)
We use Google Tag Manager to efficiently manage website tags. GTM itself does not collect personal data but facilitates the activation of other tags that may do so, based on your consent preferences.
3.4 Profiling and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track user navigation in order to create profiles based on their preferences, habits, and choices, and to display personalised advertisements.
Legal basis: User consent (Art. 6.1.a GDPR)
3.4.1 Google Ads
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_gcl_au | google.com | Google Ads — Used to store and track conversions | 90 days |
_gcl_aw | google.com | Google Ads — Stores information about ad clicks (gclid) | 90 days |
IDE | doubleclick.net | Google DoubleClick — Records user actions after viewing or clicking an ad | 13 months |
test_cookie | doubleclick.net | Checks whether the user’s browser supports cookies | 15 minutes |
ads/ga-audiences | google.com | Google Ads — Used for remarketing | Session |
3.4.2 Meta (Facebook/Instagram)
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbc | facebook.com | Meta Pixel — Stores the click ID (fbclid) for conversion attribution | 90 days |
_fbp | facebook.com | Meta Pixel — Identifies browsers for advertising and site analytics | 90 days |
fr | facebook.com | Facebook — Used for advertising and targeting | 90 days |
3.4.3 Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads)
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_uetsid | bing.com | Microsoft Ads — Session ID for UET conversion tracking | Session |
_uetvid | bing.com | Microsoft Ads — Visitor ID for UET conversion tracking | 13 months |
MUID | bing.com | Microsoft — User identifier for Microsoft advertising | 13 months |
3.4.4 Twitter/X
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
muc_ads | twitter.com | Twitter/X — Used for targeted advertising | 2 years |
personalization_id | twitter.com | Twitter/X — Stores ID for ad personalisation | 2 years |
3.4.5 LinkedIn
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
li_fat_id | linkedin.com | LinkedIn — Click ID for conversion attribution | 30 days |
lidc | linkedin.com | LinkedIn — Used for routing and optimisation | 24 hours |
bcookie | linkedin.com | LinkedIn — Browser identifier for security | 1 year |
3.4.6 TikTok
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ttp | tiktok.com | TikTok Pixel — Tracks site activity for campaign optimisation | 13 months |
ttclid | tiktok.com | TikTok — Click ID for conversion attribution | 90 days |
3.4.7 Other Advertising Networks
| Cookie | Domain | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
epik | pinterest.com | Pinterest — Click ID for conversion tracking | 90 days |
ScCid | snapchat.com | Snapchat — Click ID for attribution | 90 days |
rdt_cid | reddit.com | Reddit — Click ID for conversion tracking | 90 days |
4. Google Consent Mode v2
Our Website implements Google Consent Mode v2, a feature that adapts the behaviour of Google tags (Analytics, Ads, etc.) based on the user’s consent choices.
4.1 How It Works
When you first visit our Website:
- Default state: All consent parameters are set to “denied”
- Cookie banner: You are shown a banner to express your preferences
- Consent update: Based on your choices, parameters are updated accordingly
4.2 Consent Mode Parameters
| Parameter | Description | Cookie Category |
|---|---|---|
analytics_storage | Allows storage of data for analytics | Analytics |
ad_storage | Allows storage of data for advertising | Marketing |
ad_user_data | Allows sending user data to Google for advertising | Marketing |
ad_personalization | Allows ad personalisation | Profiling |
functionality_storage | Allows cookies for enhanced functionality | Functionality |
personalization_storage | Allows cookies for personalisation | Functionality |
4.3 Cookieless Mode
If you deny consent to analytics and/or marketing cookies, Google Consent Mode still allows the collection of aggregated and anonymous data (without cookies) to:
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Model conversions without identifying individual users
This mode respects your privacy while still allowing us to understand the overall effectiveness of our website.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our Website may include features and services provided by third parties, which may set their own cookies on your device. These cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of the third-party providers.
5.1 Google LLC (Analytics, Ads, Tag Manager)
Google may collect data through its services integrated into our Website.
Useful links:
5.2 Meta Platforms Inc. (Facebook, Instagram)
Meta may collect data through the Pixel integrated into our Website.
Useful links:
5.3 Microsoft Corporation (Bing Ads)
Microsoft may collect data through the UET tag integrated into our Website.
Useful links:
5.4 Twitter/X Corp.
Twitter/X may collect data for targeted advertising.
Useful links:
5.5 LinkedIn Corporation
LinkedIn may collect data through the Insight Tag integrated into our Website.
Useful links:
5.6 TikTok (ByteDance Ltd.)
TikTok may collect data through the Pixel integrated into our Website.
Useful links:
5.7 Cloudflare Inc. (CDN and Security)
Cloudflare provides security and performance services for our Website.
Useful links:
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Through Our Website
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| Cookie Banner | On your first visit, via the banner displayed at the bottom of the page |
| “Cookie Settings” Link | Available in the footer of every page on the Website |
| Preferences Modal | Allows you to enable/disable individual cookie categories |
Changes to preferences are applied immediately. The page may reload to correctly apply the new settings.
6.2 Through Your Browser
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
| Browser | Guide |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Manage cookies |
| Mozilla Firefox | Cookies information |
| Apple Safari | Manage cookies |
| Microsoft Edge | Delete cookies |
| Opera | Web preferences |
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect some features of the Website.
6.3 Specific Opt-outs for Third-Party Services
| Service | Action |
|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Install the browser add-on |
| Google Ads | Manage preferences in Ads Settings |
| Meta/Facebook | Manage preferences in Ad Preferences |
| Your Online Choices | Visit youronlinechoices.eu to manage profiling cookies |
7. Data Retention
Data collected through cookies is retained for the time strictly necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected, as indicated in the cookie duration table above.
At the end of the retention period, data will be deleted or irreversibly anonymised.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about any changes.
9. Contact Us
For any questions or clarifications regarding this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights, you can contact us:
Email: [email protected]
For complete information about how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
10. Legal References
| Legislation | Description |
|---|---|
| GDPR | Regulation (EU) 2016/679 |
| UK DPA 2018 | UK Data Protection Act 2018 |
| PECR | Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 |
| ICO Guidance | ICO Guidance on Cookies and Similar Technologies |