COOKIE POLICY
www.sardiniahomestay.it
Last update: February 2026
1. Data controller
The data controller for personal data collected through cookies is:
Roberta Loriga
Loc. Canale Longu, 08028 Orosei (NU), Italy
Email: roberta.lorigapm@gmail.com
2. What are cookies
Cookies are small text files that visited websites send to the user's browser, where they are stored, to be then retransmitted to the same sites on the next visit. Cookies allow the site to function properly, improve the browsing experience, and provide information to the site owner.
Cookies can be first-party (set directly by the site visited) or third-party (set by a domain other than that of the site visited).
3. Types of cookies used
This site uses the following categories of cookies:
3.1 Technical cookies (necessary)
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the site. They allow navigation and the use of essential features. These cookies do not require the user's consent pursuant to Art. 122, paragraph 1, of Legislative Decree 196/2003 and Art. 5, paragraph 3, of Directive 2002/58/EC.
3.2 Analytical cookies
These cookies collect information in aggregate form on the use of the site (number of visitors, pages visited, time spent). If anonymized, they can be assimilated to technical cookies in accordance with the Guidelines of the Italian Data Protection Authority of June 10, 2021.
3.3 Profiling and marketing cookies (third parties)
These cookies may be installed by third parties through the website to create a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They are only activated with your explicit consent.
4. Legal basis for processing
The legal basis for installing cookies varies depending on the type:
- Technical cookies: legitimate interest of the owner in the proper functioning of the site (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f, GDPR).
- Anonymized analytical cookies: legitimate interest, with methods that reduce the power of identification (anonymized IP).
- Profiling/marketing cookies: user consent (Art. 6, par. 1, letter a, GDPR and Art. 122 Legislative Decree 196/2003).
5. Management and deactivation of cookies
When you first access the site, you will see a banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences. You can change your choices at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Preferences" link in the footer of the site.
You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services
Please note: disabling all cookies may compromise the proper functioning of some sections of the website.
6. Third-party cookies and links to privacy policies
The website may use third-party services that install their own cookies. Below are the privacy policies of the main services:
- Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Meta/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/
- Google Maps: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Booking.com / Airbnb (if integrated): consult the respective privacy policies on the official websites.
7. User rights
Pursuant to Articles 15-22 of EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR), the user has the right to:
- access their personal data;
- obtain its rectification or erasure;
- restrict processing;
- object to processing;
- request data portability;
- withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise your rights, you can write to: roberta.lorigapm@gmail.com.
The user also has the right to lodge a complaint with the Italian Data Protection Authority (www.garanteprivacy.it).
8. Regulatory references
- EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR)
- Legislative Decree 196/2003 (Privacy Code), as amended by Legislative Decree 101/2018
- Directive 2002/58/EC (ePrivacy Directive)
- Guidelines of the Italian Data Protection Authority of June 10, 2021 on cookies and other tracking tools
9. Updates to this policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to comply with regulatory changes or website functionality. The date of the last update is indicated at the top. We invite you to consult this page periodically to stay informed.