Full Privacy Policy

Data Controllers

The data controller under current legislation is the website administrator, Valerio Colantoni, who can be contacted via the "Write Me" section (link at the top right of the page).

Legal Basis for Processing

Data is primarily processed based on user consent. Consent is given via the banner at the bottom of the page or through communication or service request forms, where consent is collected for specific service-related purposes. Providing data and, consequently, consenting to data collection and processing is optional. The user may deny consent and can withdraw previously granted consent at any time (via the banner at the bottom of the page, browser settings for cookies, or the Contact link). However, refusing consent may make it impossible to provide certain services and may limit the browsing experience on the site.

Data collected for site security and to prevent abuse and spam, as well as data collected for website traffic analysis (statistics) in aggregate form, is processed based on the legitimate interest of the data controller to protect the site and its users. In such cases, users always have the right to object to data processing (see the section on User Rights).

Data provided for consultations or professional assignments is processed for the performance of a contract and to comply with legal obligations. In such cases, a specific privacy notice will be provided.

Purpose of Data Processing

Data collected by the website is processed for the following purposes, in addition to purposes strictly related to the requested services:

Statistics (Analysis): Data is collected in aggregated and anonymous form to verify the website’s functionality. None of this information is linked to a specific user and does not allow user identification. Consent is not required.

Security: Data is collected to protect the website and its users (spam filters, firewalls, virus detection) and to prevent or detect fraud or abuse against the website. This data is recorded automatically and may include personal data (e.g., IP address) used, in accordance with applicable laws, to block attempts to damage the website or other users or for any harmful or criminal activity. This data is never used for user identification or profiling and is periodically deleted. Consent is not required.

Auxiliary Activities: Data may be communicated to third parties performing essential or instrumental functions for service operations or technical/logistical support. These providers only access necessary personal data, are prohibited from using it for other purposes, and must process it in accordance with current regulations.

Consultations and Professional Assignments: In case of voluntary data submission for professional consultations or assignments, data will be used solely for evaluation and fulfillment of the request. A specific privacy notice will be provided.

Collected Data

We collect user data in two ways:

Automatically Collected Data: While browsing, the following data may be collected and stored in server log files:

IP address;

browser type;

device parameters used to connect to the site;

ISP name;

date and time of visit;

referring and exit pages;

number of clicks.

This data is used for statistical and analytical purposes in aggregated form. The IP address is used for security purposes only and is not cross-referenced with other data.

Voluntarily Provided Data: The site may collect other data through voluntary use of services such as comments, contact forms, or consultation requests. This data will only be used to provide the requested service:

name;

email address;

any additional data voluntarily submitted.

Data Processing Location

Data is processed at the data controller’s premises and at the web hosting provider’s datacenter. The web hosting provider acts as a data processor on behalf of the controller and is located within the European Economic Area, in compliance with EU regulations.

Data Retention Period

Data collected during site operation is retained for the time necessary to perform the specified activities. Upon expiration, data is deleted or anonymized unless further retention is required for legal reasons.

IP addresses used for site security are stored for 30 days.

Analytics data is stored only in aggregated form.

Data for consultations or professional assignments is stored for the duration of the assignment and for related legal purposes.

Data Sharing with Third Parties

Data is not generally shared with third parties except in specific cases:

lawful requests by judicial authorities;

when necessary to provide a requested service;

for security or optimization checks.

Data Transfer Outside the EU

Some data may be shared with services located outside the EU, particularly with Google, Facebook, and Microsoft (LinkedIn) via social plugins and Google Analytics. Transfers are authorized by specific European Commission decisions or based on standard contractual clauses (see third-party services section).

Security Measures

We process visitor/user data lawfully and fairly, using appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or destruction. We protect your personal data using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption. Processing is carried out via IT and/or telematic tools with organizational methods strictly related to the stated purposes. In some cases, authorized internal personnel or third-party providers may access the data.

Cookies

This website uses cookies—text files saved on the user's device or that allow access to information on the device. Cookies store visitor preferences, ensure site functionality, personalize content based on browser type, streamline navigation, and enable usage analytics.

Types of cookies used:

Technical cookies: Ensure electronic communication, proper site display, navigation, and security. Some expire at the end of the session; others persist (e.g., user cookie consent). No consent is required.

Analytics cookies: Used by the site owner to collect aggregated data on usage. Considered technical cookies. No consent required.

Profiling and marketing cookies: Set by third parties to track user behavior and preferences for personalized advertising. These are blocked unless the user consents.

Clicking “I Agree” on the first-access banner constitutes consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies.

Disabling Cookies via Browser

Users can disable cookies at any time through their browser settings or the cookie banner. Disabling cookies may affect certain site functionalities, especially third-party services such as:

YouTube videos;

Social media buttons.

Instructions for disabling cookies can be found at:

Mozilla Firefox

Microsoft Edge / Internet Explorer

Google Chrome

Opera

Apple Safari

Third-Party Cookies/Services

This site acts as an intermediary for third-party cookies (e.g., social network buttons) that provide added functionality and data collection services. This site does not control or access data collected by these cookies. Refer to third-party privacy policies for details:

Google Ireland Ltd: Used for Google Analytics, YouTube embeds. For videos, "enhanced privacy mode" is enabled. Data: usage statistics, IP, video preferences. Location: USA.

Social Network Plugins

The site includes plugins to share content on social networks. When visiting a page with a plugin, your browser connects to the social network server, which may associate the visit with your profile if you're logged in. To prevent this, log out of your social account and delete any social cookies.

Privacy-focused plugins are used—they do not send or access cookies until the user clicks the plugin.

Third-party privacy policies:

Facebook (cookies policy)

Twitter (cookies policy)

LinkedIn (cookies policy)

User Rights

Under EU Regulation 679/2016 (GDPR), users may exercise the following rights:

Object to data processing for marketing or profiling;

Request confirmation of the existence of personal data;

Know its origin and receive intelligible communication;

Obtain information about data processing logic, methods, and purposes;

Request data updates, corrections, additions, deletion, anonymization, or blocking of unlawful data;

Receive data provided to the controller in a structured, readable format for portability (if based on consent);

File a complaint with the Data Protection Authority;

Exercise any other rights granted by current legislation.

Requests must be addressed to the data controller.

Privacy Policy Updates

This privacy policy was last updated on July 4, 2022.