Introduction This Cookie Policy is intended to inform you about our use of cookies and other tracking technologies when you visit our website, and how they help us enhance your browsing experience. It also explains your rights and how you can manage or block cookies. We respect your privacy and ensure the protection of your personal data.

By using the Chess Coders SRL website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. For any questions, you may contact us at office@chesscoders.com.

1. Legislative Context We comply with the European Union’s ePrivacy Directive (EU 2002/58/EC) and the General Data Protection Regulation (EU 2016/679) (GDPR), ensuring the legal processing of personal data collected through cookies. We offer you the possibility to consent or withdraw consent to cookies at any time.

For more details about the relevant legal framework, please visit:

• Directive 2002/58/EC

• GDPR Regulation (EU) 2016/679

2. Your Rights You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data, restrict or object to its processing, and request data portability. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. For data protection inquiries, contact office@chesscoders.com.

3. Responsible for Data Protection Chess Coders SRL has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO), who can be reached at office@chesscoders.com for any concerns related to data processing or exercising your legal rights.

4. Your Consent to the Use of Cookies Upon accessing our site, you will be asked to provide consent for the cookies we use. Without your consent, only essential cookies required for site functionality will be active. You have the right to withdraw your consent and delete cookies at any time.

5. What is a “Cookie”? A cookie is a small text file stored on your device (computer, mobile phone) when you visit a website. It allows the website to remember your preferences and activity during your session or upon return visits. Cookies are passive and cannot contain or execute malicious software.

6. What are the Advantages of Cookies? Cookies make your browsing experience smoother and help websites function efficiently by remembering login details, language preferences, and other settings.

7. Cookie Lifespan Cookies can be either:

• Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser.

• Persistent cookies, which remain stored on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

8. How We Use Cookies on This Site We categorize the cookies on our site as follows:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the website's operation.

• Statistics Cookies: Help us analyze website traffic and improve performance.

• Functionality Cookies: Store your preferences to enhance your experience.

• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Track your activity for personalized advertising.

9. Types of Cookies We Use

• Technically Necessary Cookies: Ensure site functionality and security.

• Statistics Cookies: Track usage for improving our website’s performance.

• Functionality Cookies: Store choices like language preferences.

• Marketing Cookies: Used to tailor advertising content.

10. Third-Party Cookies We may allow third-party cookies for analytics and advertising purposes. These cookies are managed by external platforms, and we do not control them directly. However, all third parties must comply with applicable privacy laws.

11. How Can You Stop Cookies? You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect your experience on some websites, including our own. For details on cookie settings, refer to your browser’s help section:

• Internet Explorer

• Chrome

• Firefox

• Safari

12. Storing Information Captured by Cookies Any data collected via cookies is stored securely and managed in accordance with applicable data protection laws. No third parties will receive this data unless legally required.

13. Security of Personal Data We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect the personal data collected via cookies. Should a data breach occur, we will notify affected users and the relevant authorities, in compliance with GDPR.

14. Security Issues Related to Cookies Cookies are not viruses, but they can be used for tracking purposes if intercepted. We recommend using secure networks and managing your cookie settings to enhance online safety.

15. Changes to the Cookie Policy We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Please check periodically to stay informed.

16. Questions, Ambiguities, Complaints If you have any questions or complaints about our use of cookies, please contact us at office@chesscoders.com.