1. What are cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites save on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit them. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners.
This Cookie Policy applies to the website sudriders.com operated by SudRiders S.r.l., based in Catania, Sicily, Italy.
2. Types of cookies we use
2.1 Technical cookies (strictly necessary)
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
SudRiders | Stores the user's cookie consent preferences | 12 months | Required |
session_id |
SudRiders | Maintains the user's session while browsing | Session | Required |
2.2 Analytics cookies
We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with the site, collecting information in anonymous and aggregated form. They help us improve how the site works.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users for traffic analysis | 2 years | Analytics |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | Analytics |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for 24-hour statistics | 24 hours | Analytics |
2.3 Third-party cookies — Maps
The Parks of the South page uses Leaflet.js with OpenStreetMap tiles to display interactive maps. OpenStreetMap may set technical cookies when the maps are loaded.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_osm_* |
OpenStreetMap | Enables interactive map functionality | Session | Technical |
3. Cookies we do NOT use
SudRiders does not use profiling or marketing cookies and does not allow third-party advertisers to set cookies on its sites. We do not sell or share browsing data with third parties for advertising purposes.
4. How to manage cookies
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies already stored on your device and set most browsers to prevent them from being installed.
Browser settings
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Google Analytics opt-out
You can disable Google Analytics tracking by installing the browser add-on available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Please note: disabling technical cookies may impair some features of this website.
5. Legal basis
The processing of data through cookies is carried out in accordance with:
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR)
- Italian Legislative Decree 196/2003 (Privacy Code) as amended by Legislative Decree 101/2018
- Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante) ruling of 10 June 2021 on cookies and other tracking tools
Strictly necessary cookies are processed on the basis of legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). Analytics cookies are processed with the user's prior consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
6. Data controller
SudRiders S.r.l.
Registered office: Catania, Sicily, Italy
Website: sudriders.com
Email: info@sudriders.com
7. Updates
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect technical, legal, or operational changes. The date of the last update is shown at the top of this page. We encourage you to review it from time to time.
8. Contact
For any questions regarding the use of cookies on this site, please contact us at: info@sudriders.com