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Cookie Policy
Last updated: 16 June 2026
This document describes the cookies and similar technologies used on the site https://www.exploremaddalena.com/en/home-english, in compliance with EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and the Provision of the Italian Data Protection Authority of 8 May 2014.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that the sites you visit send to the user's browser, where they are stored and then sent back to the same site on the next visit. They allow the user's actions and preferences to be remembered.
2. Types of cookies used
2.1 Necessary technical cookies
Essential for the functioning of the site. They do not require consent.
| Name | Purpose | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
lm_consent | Stores the user's cookie consent preferences. | 6 months | First-party / necessary |
wordpress_*wp-settings-* | WordPress session, interface settings (logged-in users only). | Session / 1 year | First-party / necessary |
lm_guida_dl_* | Single-use token for the secure download of the PDF guide (server-side transient). | 2 hours | First-party / necessary |
2.2 Statistical cookies
Activated only with prior consent. They allow user behaviour to be analysed in anonymous or aggregated form to improve the site.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics (Google LLC) | Distinguishes users. Measures sessions, pages visited, duration. | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users. Used for daily statistics. | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics | Limits the frequency of requests to the server. | 1 minute |
Google Analytics is configured with IP anonymisation (anonymize_ip: true). For information on how Google uses this data: policies.google.com/privacy. To disable Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out.
2.3 Marketing and affiliate cookies
Activated only with prior consent. Linked to affiliate links towards commercial partners.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affiliate cookie | TraghettiLines | Tracks the click on affiliate links for ferry bookings. Allows the site to receive a commission on completed bookings. | 30 days (partner cookie) |
| Affiliate cookie | L'Ajaccio B&B (ajacciobnb.it) | Tracks referrals to the partner site for overnight stays. | Session |
3. How to manage cookies
3.1 Site preferences panel
You can change your preferences at any time:
⚙️ Manage cookie preferences3.2 Browser settings
You can block or delete cookies directly from your browser:
Warning: disabling necessary technical cookies may compromise the correct functioning of the site.
3.3 Specific opt-outs
- Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Advertising: myadcenter.google.com
- General opt-out (YourChoices): youronlinechoices.eu
4. Links to third-party sites
The site contains links to third-party sites (TraghettiLines, ajacciobnb.it, booking.com and others). These sites have their own privacy and cookie policies, for which the owner of exploremaddalena.com is not responsible. Consult their respective notices.
5. Updates
This Cookie Policy may be updated in case of technical changes to the site or regulatory variations. The date of last update is indicated at the top of the page.
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