**Last updated**: 12 May 2026
This Cookie Policy describes the use of cookies and similar technologies by the website tripstorome.com, in compliance with **EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR)**, the **ePrivacy Directive**, and the **guidelines of the Italian Data Protection Authority** (provision of 10 June 2021).
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## 1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that visited websites save on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone). They help the website function, store your preferences, and collect anonymous information on how you use the site.
Cookies can be installed directly by the website you are visiting ("first-party" cookies) or by external sites ("third-party" cookies).
In addition to cookies, similar technologies may be used (local storage, web beacons, tracking pixels). In this policy, for simplicity, we use the term "cookies" to refer to all these technologies.
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## 2. Types of cookies used by tripstorome.com
### 2.1 Technical cookies (necessary)
Cookies essential for the website's functioning. They allow us to:
- Keep the browsing session active
- Recognize you as a logged-in user
- Store the contents of the cart
- Ensure IT security
**Legal basis**: legitimate interest (Art. 6.1.f GDPR). **They do not require consent**.
### 2.2 Preference cookies
Store certain preferences (e.g. selected language IT/EN). They do not directly identify the user.
**Legal basis**: legitimate interest.
### 2.3 Analytics cookies (anonymized)
Used to collect aggregated and anonymous information on website usage (most visited pages, time spent, traffic source) to improve user experience.
We use **Google Analytics 4** in **anonymized** configuration (IP anonymization active, data sharing disabled).
**Legal basis**: prior user consent.
### 2.4 Marketing/profiling cookies
We currently **do not use** third-party marketing/profiling cookies (e.g. Facebook Pixel, Google Ads remarketing). If in the future we activate such tools, we will update this policy and request your explicit consent.
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## 3. Specific list of cookies
| Cookie name | Category | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| `PHPSESSID` | Technical | PHP browsing session | Session | First party |
| `PrestaShop-*` | Technical | PrestaShop e-commerce functioning (cart, login, language) | Session or persistent | First party |
| `checkout` | Technical | Checkout phase management | Session | First party |
| `cookieConsent` | Technical | Stores your cookie choices | 12 months | First party |
| `_ga` | Analytics | Google Analytics — anonymous user identifier | 24 months | Third party |
| `_ga_*` | Analytics | Google Analytics 4 — session | 24 months | Third party |
This list is **indicative**. The exact list of cookies actually set by the site may vary based on active modules and plugins. We are working to provide a dynamic auto-generated list in the coming days.
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## 4. Consent management
On first access to the site, a **cookie banner** is shown allowing you to:
- **Accept all cookies**
- **Reject non-necessary cookies**
- **Customize choices** by category
Consent can be modified or withdrawn at any time.
**Technical cookies** cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website's functioning.
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## 5. How to disable cookies from the browser
In addition to the website banner, you can manage cookies directly from your browser settings. Detailed instructions:
- **Google Chrome**: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- **Mozilla Firefox**: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
- **Safari (Mac)**: https://support.apple.com/en-us/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
- **Microsoft Edge**: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
By completely disabling cookies, some features of the website may not work correctly (e.g. making a purchase, staying logged in).
### 5.1 Disable Google Analytics
To selectively disable Google Analytics tracking, download and install the browser plugin available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
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## 6. Extra-EU data transfer
Some third-party cookies (e.g. Google Analytics) may involve data transfer outside the European Economic Area.
In such cases, the transfer takes place on the basis of:
- **Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC)** approved by the EU Commission (Decision 2021/914)
- **EU-US Data Privacy Framework** (for adhering US providers, operational since 10 July 2023)
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## 7. Rights of the data subject
You have the right to access, rectify, delete your data and to oppose their processing, as provided for by the GDPR. To exercise these rights, please consult our **[Privacy Policy](/en/privacy-policy)** or contact us at: info@tripstorome.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the **Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la Protezione dei Dati Personali)**: https://www.garanteprivacy.it/
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## 8. Changes to the Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy. The updated version will always be available on this page with the date of last update indicated.
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## 9. Contacts
For any questions regarding the use of cookies:
**Trip to Italy srl**
Registered office: Via Alessandria 125, 00198 Rome, Italy
VAT: IT17026691000
Email: info@tripstorome.com
WhatsApp: +39 320 112 6777