Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 7, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Appia with Alex (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on appiawithalex.com (the “Site”) in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC), and the Guidelines on Cookies and Other Tracking Tools issued by the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites send to your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit them. They are stored on your device and sent back to the website on subsequent visits. Cookies allow websites to remember user actions, retain preferences, ensure page functionality, and gather statistical information.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
Our website uses only two main types of cookies:
A. Strictly Necessary (Technical) Cookies
These cookies are indispensable for the core operation of our website, page navigation, and basic security. They also store your choice regarding our cookie consent banner. Under Italian and EU regulations, technical cookies do not require prior consent.
Purpose: Site performance, session management, remembering consent preferences.
Duration: Session-based (deleted upon closing browser) or up to 12 months for consent records.
B. Analytics & Third-Party Embed Cookies (Require Your Consent)
These cookies help us monitor aggregated traffic and display rich cultural media. They are disabled by default and are installed on your device only if you select “Accept” on our cookie banner.
Google Analytics 4: Measures aggregate visitor counts, page duration, and general navigation flow. We implement IP masking where supported.
Google Maps Embeds: Loads interactive maps showing Ostia Antica meeting locations and transport lines. Google LLC may set tracking cookies when the map is displayed.
YouTube Embeds: Displays video clips of archaeological remains. YouTube/Google LLC may set cookies to track views and user interactions.
3. Detailed Cookie Inventory
| Provider | Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
| Site Platform | cookie_consent_status | Technical | Stores your cookie preference (Accept/Reject) | 12 months |
| Google Analytics | _ga, _ga_* | Analytics | Distinguishes users and tracks site traffic on an aggregated level | Up to 2 years |
| Google LLC (Maps) | NID, CONSENT | Third-Party / Functionality | Delivers interactive map features and remembers map settings | 6 months to 2 years |
| YouTube (Google) | YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | Third-Party / Media | Tracks video player statistics and personalizes video suggestions | Session / 6 months |
4. How to Manage and Revoke Consent
You maintain complete control over how cookies are placed on your device:
Our Cookie Settings: You can re-open our cookie preference manager at any time by clicking the “Cookie Preferences” link in the footer of this website to adjust or revoke your choices.
Browser Controls: You can block or clear cookies directly through your browser settings:
Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies
Disabling technical cookies may impact the usability and display of certain elements of the website.
5. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies or your data privacy rights, contact: