Almea Living Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 13 August 2026
1. About Cookies and How We Use Them
When you visit the Almea Living website, we may place cookies and similar technologies on your device. Cookies are small text files that websites send to your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device to recognise your browser and store certain information or preferences. [ico.org.uk], [ico.org.uk]
Cookies help us:
- Ensure our website functions properly.
- Improve website performance and user experience.
- Remember your preferences and settings.
- Understand how visitors use our website.
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing activities.
- Protect our website and users against fraud and security threats.
Some cookies collect information that may be associated with personal data. Where this occurs, we process your information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
By using our website, you acknowledge that cookies and similar technologies may be used as described in this policy. Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. [ico.org.uk], [privacymat…apiper.com]
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation, security and functionality of the website. They enable core features such as navigation, security controls and user authentication.
These cookies do not require consent where permitted by applicable law. [ico.org.uk], [privacymat…apiper.com]
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make, such as language preferences, regional settings and other customisations to improve your browsing experience.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information such as:
- Number of visitors
- Popular pages
- Time spent on pages
- User journeys through the website
This information helps us improve the website and our services.
Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be used by Almea Living and selected third-party partners to:
- Deliver relevant advertising
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Prevent repeated display of advertisements
- Build audiences for marketing campaigns
- Enable social media integrations
3. Cookie Inventory
The table below provides examples of the types of cookies used on our website. The specific cookies in use may change from time to time as website functionality evolves.
| Cookie Category | Provider | Purpose | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Almea Living | Website functionality and security | Session to 12 months |
| Functional | Almea Living | Remember preferences and settings | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics | Google Analytics | Website usage statistics and performance monitoring | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing | Google Ads | Advertising and conversion tracking | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing | Meta (Facebook) | Advertising and audience measurement | Up to 24 months |
We periodically review and update our cookie inventory to ensure accuracy.
4. Session and Persistent Cookies
We may use both session cookies and persistent cookies.
Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser. They help us maintain website functionality during your visit. [ico.org.uk]
Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on your device after your browser is closed and allow us to recognise you when you revisit our website. Persistent cookies remain until deleted or until their specified expiry date is reached. [ico.org.uk]
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including:
- Pixels
- Tracking tags
- Web beacons
- Software development kits (SDKs)
- Local storage technologies
These technologies help us understand website usage, improve functionality, analyse website performance and support marketing activities. [ico.org.uk], [ico.org.uk]
6. Analytics
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website and to improve our services.
Analytics information may include:
- Device type
- Browser type
- Operating system
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Referral sources
- Approximate geographic location
- Website performance metrics
Where legally required, analytics cookies will only be placed on your device with your consent. [ico.org.uk], [privacymat…apiper.com]
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party providers whose services we use. These providers may include:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Meta (Facebook and Instagram)
- Microsoft
- Booking and reservation systems
- Payment processing providers
These third parties may collect information about your use of our website in accordance with their own privacy notices and cookie policies. We encourage you to review those policies to understand how your information is processed. [ico.org.uk]
8. International Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may process information outside the United Kingdom and European Economic Area (EEA).
Where international transfers occur, Almea Living will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place as required by applicable data protection legislation, including the UK GDPR and EU GDPR where relevant.
9. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time.
Through Our Website
You may update or withdraw your cookie consent by selecting Cookie Settings available on our website footer or cookie banner.
Through Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block future cookies
- Configure permissions for specific websites
Instructions can usually be found within your browser’s Help section. [ico.org.uk], [ico.org.uk]
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
10. Retention of Cookie Data
Cookie retention periods vary according to purpose.
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain for defined periods, typically ranging from a few days to 24 months.
- Consent records may be retained for longer periods where necessary to demonstrate legal compliance.
11. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes to our website
- New technologies
- Changes in legal or regulatory requirements
- Changes to the third-party services we use
Any updates will be published on this page and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.
12. Privacy Policy
For further information about how Almea Living collects, uses, stores and protects personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
Almea Living
Email: privacy@almealiving.co.uk
Address: Via Rubini, 12, 72100, Brindisi, Italy