Cookie Privacy

Last updated: October 16, 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how the Sand Mitigation website, operated by ARCOS Engineering S.r.l., uses cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies are small text files that websites may store on a user’s device when they visit a webpage.

They help websites function correctly, remember certain preferences, improve navigation, and, where applicable, collect information about website usage.

This policy provides information about the different categories of cookies, their purposes, and how visitors can manage their preferences.

The use of cookies is governed by applicable European and Italian legislation, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), Directive 2002/58/EC (ePrivacy Directive), and the relevant guidelines issued by the Italian Data Protection Authority.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small files that are stored on a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when accessing a website.

They allow websites to recognize certain information about a user’s browser or device.

Cookies may be classified according to their origin, purpose, and duration.

First-party cookies are set directly by the website being visited.

Third-party cookies are set by external services integrated into the website.

Session cookies are temporary and generally expire when the browser is closed.

Persistent cookies remain stored on the user’s device until their expiration date or until they are manually deleted.

Not all cookies collect information that directly identifies individual users.

However, certain cookies and similar technologies may process personal data and are therefore subject to applicable privacy legislation.

3. Categories of Cookies

Depending on the services and functionalities implemented, our website may use the following categories of cookies.

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the proper functioning, security, and accessibility of the website.

They may be used to:

• Ensure correct website navigation
• Maintain essential technical functionalities
• Protect the website against security threats
• Manage user preferences regarding cookies
• Support the operation of the website infrastructure

These cookies do not require prior consent when they are strictly necessary to provide a service explicitly requested by the user or to enable the transmission of communications.

Disabling these cookies through browser settings may affect the proper functioning of certain website features.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies may be used to collect information about how visitors interact with the website.

Such information may include:

• Number of website visits
• Pages viewed
• Duration of visits
• Navigation patterns
• Technical information about browsers and devices
• General information about website performance

This information helps us understand how visitors use the website and identify opportunities to improve its functionality and content.

Where analytics technologies require consent under applicable legislation, they will only be activated after the user has provided valid consent.

Certain analytics tools may qualify for exemptions from consent requirements when configured in accordance with applicable legal conditions.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable additional features and may remember preferences selected by visitors.

These may include language settings, interface preferences, or other personalized functionalities.

Where functional cookies are not strictly necessary to provide a service explicitly requested by the user, they will be activated only after obtaining consent when required by law.

3.4 Marketing and Profiling Cookies

Marketing and profiling cookies may be used to track browsing activities, measure advertising performance, or display personalized content and advertisements.

These technologies may be provided by third-party advertising or marketing platforms.

Such cookies will only be activated if the relevant services are implemented and the user has provided prior consent.

Users may refuse or withdraw consent without losing access to the essential content of the website.

4. Third-Party Services

Our website may integrate external services that use cookies or similar technologies.

Depending on the functionalities implemented, these services may include:

• Website analytics platforms
• Embedded multimedia content
• External maps
• Security and performance services
• Other third-party integrations

When third-party services are used, their providers may process information according to their own privacy policies.

Where legally required, these services will be blocked until the visitor provides consent.

We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant third-party providers for additional information about their data processing practices.

5. Cookies Used on This Website

The specific cookies used by this website depend on the technical configuration and third-party services currently implemented.

Where cookies are installed, the relevant information should include:

• Cookie name
• Provider
• Purpose
• Duration
• Category
• Whether consent is required

An updated list of cookies should be made available through the website’s cookie management system or within this Cookie Policy.

Cookie declaration

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This section should be populated using the results of an actual cookie scan to ensure that the information accurately reflects the technologies used by the website.

6. Cookie Consent and Preferences

When visitors access our website, they may be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing them to manage their preferences.

Where consent is required, users can:

• Accept optional cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize their preferences by category
• Withdraw or modify previously granted consent

Non-essential cookies requiring consent will not be activated before the user has expressed a valid choice.

Refusing optional cookies will not prevent visitors from accessing the essential content and functionalities of the website.

Users can change their preferences at any time through the cookie settings feature, where available.

Manage Cookie Preferences

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7. How to Manage Cookies Through Browser Settings

In addition to the preferences available on our website, users can manage cookies directly through their browser settings.

Most browsers allow users to:

• View stored cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Prevent websites from storing cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are created

Instructions for managing cookies are available through the official support pages of the most commonly used browsers:

Google Chrome
https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

Mozilla Firefox
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop

Apple Safari
https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac

Microsoft Edge
https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or usability of some website features.

8. Duration of Cookies

Cookies may remain on a user’s device for different periods depending on their purpose.

Session cookies are generally deleted automatically when the browser session ends.

Persistent cookies remain stored until their predefined expiration date or until they are manually removed.

The duration of individual cookies depends on the services that generate them.

Specific retention periods should be indicated in the website’s cookie declaration.

9. Personal Data Processing

Where cookies or similar technologies involve the processing of personal data, such processing is carried out in accordance with the GDPR and other applicable data protection legislation.

Information about the Data Controller, purposes of processing, legal bases, retention periods, and data subject rights is available in our Privacy Policy.

For further information, please refer to the website’s Privacy Policy.

10. International Data Transfers

Certain third-party service providers may process information outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where personal data is transferred internationally, appropriate safeguards will be applied in accordance with Chapter V of the GDPR.

These safeguards may include adequacy decisions adopted by the European Commission, Standard Contractual Clauses, or other legally recognized mechanisms.

Further information may be requested by contacting the Data Controller.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, technologies used, applicable legislation, or regulatory requirements.

Any modifications will be published on this page together with the date of the latest revision.

We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on our website, please contact:

ARCOS Engineering S.r.l.

Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 62
Turin, Italy

Email: sandmitigation@arcos-engineering.it

Website: https://www.arcos-engineering.it/