Cookies are text files containing small pieces of information that are stored on the user's device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when visiting a website. Cookies allow the website to "remember" the user's computer, but not specifically who uses it, thus making the browsing experience more enjoyable. By associating cookie identifiers with other user information, such as data collected when the user logs in to the website, it is possible to determine whether the information contained in the cookie relates to the user.
TECHNICAL COOKIES
There are numerous technologies used to store information on the user's computer, which is then collected by websites. Among these, the most well-known and widely used is HTML cookies. They are used to facilitate navigation and to facilitate user access and use of the website. They are necessary for the transmission of communications over the electronic network or for the provider to provide the services requested by the customer. The settings for managing or disabling cookies may vary depending on the Internet browser used. In any case, the user can manage or request the general deactivation or deletion of cookies by changing their internet browser settings. This deactivation may slow down or prevent access to some parts of the site. The use of technical cookies allows for the safe and efficient use of the site. Cookies that are placed in the browser and retransmitted by Google Analytics or via the Blogger Statistics service or similar are technical only if used for site optimization purposes directly by the site owner, who may collect aggregate information on the number of users and how they visit the site. Under these conditions, the same rules regarding information and consent apply to Analytics cookies as those provided for technical cookies.
PROFILING COOKIES
Profiling cookies are designed to create user profiles and are used to send advertising messages in line with the preferences expressed by the user while browsing online. Given the potential invasiveness of these cookies on users' privacy, European and Italian legislation requires users to be adequately informed about their use and to express their valid consent. Storing information in the terminal equipment of a contracting party or user, or accessing information already stored, is permitted only if the contracting party or user has given their consent after being informed in a simplified manner.
Cookies have also been categorized based on the entity acting as data controller of the personal data collected by the cookie, distinguishing between first-party and third-party cookies.
FIRST-PARTY COOKIES
These cookies are managed by the website owner. For these cookies, the website owner is responsible for providing information. The latter is also responsible for indicating the methods for blocking cookies.
THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
These are cookies managed by a third party other than the website owner. For these cookies, the third party is responsible for providing information and indicating how to block the cookie, while the website owner is required to include a link to the third-party website where such information is available. Third-party analytics and profiling cookies may be installed. They are sent from third-party domains external to the website. Third-party analytics cookies are used to collect information on user behavior on the website. This data is collected anonymously to monitor performance and improve the website's usability. Third-party profiling cookies are used to create user profiles in order to deliver advertising messages consistent with the choices expressed by users. The use of these cookies is governed by the rules established by the third parties themselves; therefore, users are encouraged to read the privacy policies and instructions for managing or disabling cookies published on the relevant web pages. For both types of cookies (first-party or third-party), consent is obtained via a dedicated banner on the website's home page, which is required if the cookie is a profiling cookie.
COOKIE DURATION
With regard to "duration," cookies can be classified as session cookies and persistent cookies.
SESSION COOKIES
Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain in the user's browser's cookie folder until the browsing session ends. These cookies are destroyed once the browser is closed. Their use is strictly limited to the transmission of session identifiers consisting of random numbers generated by the server, which are necessary to enable safe and efficient browsing of the website.
PERSISTENT COOKIES
Persistent cookies (also known as permanent cookies) remain stored until their expiration date and are not destroyed when the browser is closed. These cookies are used to identify the user and thus avoid having to log in to each page visited. Permanent cookies remain active on the computer until they expire or are deleted by the user.
CHARACTERISTICS OF COOKIES USED BY THE SITE
The site uses only technical and session cookies and a cookiebot to select whether to store other optional and tracking cookies.
COOKIE DURATION DESCRIPTION
spkCookieV2_ 6 months
A cookie bot that allows the selection of cookies to store.
cookieBarDisplayed: Session cookie for bar display.
LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES
This site contains links to other websites. The Company does not control the cookies or tracking technologies of other websites, to which this Cookie Policy does not apply. Website operators using cookies or other tracking technologies must inform users about the types of cookies used by the site and request their prior consent to send such cookies to the user's terminal device and/or access the information stored therein. The only exceptions to this requirement are cookies strictly necessary for managing the site or for providing services specifically requested by the user.
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HOW TO DISABLE COOKIES
To limit or block cookies set by our website, or any other website, you can change your browser settings. Your browser's "Help" function will explain how. For more information on cookies, including how to see which cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org. You can also visit www.youronlinechoices.com/uk/your-ad-choices to view more information about the cookies set by other companies on your device and choose not to accept them. However, if you use your browser settings to block all cookies (including strictly necessary cookies), you may not be able to access all or parts of our website. Unless you have adjusted your browser settings to refuse cookies, our system will issue cookies as soon as you visit our website.
CONTACTS
For further information and clarifications, users may contact the Company at the following addresses:
• By registered mail: SRA Instruments Spa, Via Alla Castellana, 3 – 20063 Cernusco Sul Naviglio (Milan)
• By email: srainstruments@legalmail.it
Last updated September 2025