PASTAEBASTA — COOKIES POLICY

Last updated: 18 April 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how PASTAEBASTA (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the website:
👉http://pastaebst.com/
It should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website.They help websites:function properlyremember user preferencesimprove user experienceanalyze website performance

2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We use the following categories of cookies:

2.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function.They allow you to:create and log into your accountnavigate the platformupload photosuse core features (e.g. voting, profiles)
👉These cookies do not require your consent.

2.2. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences, such as:language selectionuser settingslogin session detailsThey improve your experience but are not strictly required.

2.3. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the platform.We use them to:analyze trafficunderstand user behaviorimprove platform performanceExamples may include:page visitstime spent on pagesnavigation paths
👉These cookies are used only with your consent.

2.4. Marketing Cookies (Future Use)

We may use marketing cookies in the future to:promote our platformmeasure advertising effectivenessshow relevant content
👉These cookies will only be used after explicit user consent.

3. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use, such as:analytics providerspayment providers (future)authentication services (e.g. Google, Apple, Facebook login)These third parties may process data according to their own privacy policies.
👉We do not control these cookies directly.

4. HOW WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:ensure platform functionalitymaintain secure sessionssupport user accounts and uploadsimprove user experienceanalyze and optimize performance

5. COOKIE CONSENT

When you first visit our website, you will be asked to:accept all cookiesreject non-essential cookiescustomize your preferencesYou can change your preferences at any time via: the cookie settings tool

6. HOW TO MANAGE COOKIES

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:delete stored cookiesblock cookiesreceive alerts before cookies are storedLinks for common browsers:Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/macMozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktopMicrosoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-and-manage-cookies-168dab11-0753-043d-7c16-ede594779835Please note:
👉disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the platform.

7. DATA PROTECTION

Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with:GDPR (EU Regulation 2016/679)applicable Italian data protection lawsFor more details, see our Privacy Policy.

8. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time.Updates will be published on this page with a revised date.

9. CONTACT

For any questions regarding this Cookies Policy:team@pastaebst.com