Cookies Policy

Last updated: 22 April 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how the CIRCUFash project (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website.

CIRCUFash is a project co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme. The content of this website reflects the views only of its authors, and the European Union cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC).

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help ensure proper functionality, improve user experience, and provide analytical insights.

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: stored for a defined period or until manually deleted

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

They are used to:

• Enable navigation and access to secure areas
• Ensure website security
• Store your cookie preferences

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website, allowing us to improve performance and content.

They may collect:

• IP address (anonymised where possible)
• Pages visited and navigation paths
• Time spent on pages
• Device and browser information

Tools used:

• [Matomo (self-hosted)] or
• [Google Analytics] (adapt depending on your setup)

Legal basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences, such as:

• Language selection
• Display settings

Legal basis: Consent

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some features on this website rely on third-party services that may set cookies, including:

• Embedded videos (e.g. YouTube, Vimeo)
• Social media sharing tools
• External content integrations

We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the respective providers’ privacy policies.

Legal basis: Consent

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
You can also withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie banner.

Each browser provides different procedures to prevent the use of cookies or remove them. You can use your browser’s settings to block and/or delete them. Below you’ll find links to the official guides of the main browsers on how to manage and delete cookies:

• instructions for Google Chrome
• instructions for Safari
• instructions for Mozilla Firefox
• instructions for Internet Explorer

5. Cookie Retention

Cookies are stored for varying durations depending on their purpose (session or persistent cookies).

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Please review it regularly.