Cookie policy

Cookies are small text files that are normally used by websites to remember some useful information for a better browsing experience. These data may have specific characteristics depending on their purpose, so the choice of which types of cookies to enable/disable is left to the users of the EOC website who can change the settings at any time according to their preferences. If you want to learn more read our Cookie Policy.

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are files automatically saved on your device when you browse our site. They contain a unique ID that allows us to distinguish visitors, but without directly identifying them. There are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser and permanent cookies that remain for a specified period. Other technologies, such as pixel tags and fingerprints, help us collect data: pixel tags provide information about a page visit, while fingerprints collect details of its device. Some browsers also support other technologies similar to cookies, such as "Web Storage."

2. How to handle cookies and related technologies?

While browsing our website, you can decide whether to enable or disable specific cookies through a button in your browser. In your browser settings, you can also block certain cookies or technologies or delete already saved data. There are plug-ins that prevent tracking by third parties. For more details, see the "Data Protection Statement" section. If you block these technologies, some features of our site may not work properly.

3. Categories of cookies

A. based on the duration of their storage

  • Session Cookies: protect your browsing and store temporary settings. They are deleted when you close your browser.
  • Permanent Cookies: they stay for a certain period and recognize your browser on your next visit, saving its language preferences, for example.


B. based on their purpose

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies:
    These cookies are necessary for the operation of the site and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions taken by the user that constitute a request for services, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. You can set your browser to block or have warnings about these cookies, but as a result some parts of the site will not work. These cookies do not store personal information.
  • Performance cookies:
    These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site, helping us make navigation smoother and more intuitive. All information collected is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you visited our site.
  • Functionality cookies:
    These cookies allow the site to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services have been added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not work properly.
  • Targeted advertising cookies:
    These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They can be used by these companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They do not directly store any personal information, but are based solely on tracking your Internet browser and device. If you do not accept these cookies, you will receive less targeted advertising.

4. Other related technologies

We use pixel tags (or "web beacons") to track page views or newsletters.

5. Why do we use Cookies and similar technologies?

To improve the operation and user experience of the site. They can be disabled from the browser, but some features may not work properly.

6. How do we use cookies and similar technologies from other companies?

We use cookies and similar technologies both our own and those of third-party companies, including those outside Switzerland and the EEA, while always ensuring the protection of personal data. These third-party cookies help us analyze the use of our site to improve it and enable targeted advertising on various sites, including social networks. These third-party providers may track user activity on different sites and devices. If a user is registered with a provider, the activity may be directly linked to them, and the provider manages the data according to its privacy policy. Key vendors include Google and LinkedIn. Other providers manage data in similar ways.

We disseminate content on third-party platforms such as LinkedIn. We have the right to monitor and remove content and report violations to the platform provider.

By interacting with our content on social, data may be shared with the platform provider for various purposes.

For details on data management on social, please consult their respective privacy policies.

7. What types of cookies does the EOC site use?

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The original version is the page in Italian.