Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 1, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Actually Italian (operated by Andrea Finazzi / Palasig) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit actuallyitalian.com.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot access other information on your device.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to your actions such as setting your privacy preferences or navigating the site.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_* | actuallyitalian.com | WordPress authentication and security | Session |
| wp-settings-* | actuallyitalian.com | WordPress user interface settings | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve site performance.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
2.3 Advertising Cookies
These cookies are set by Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google (doubleclick.net) | Used for targeting and displaying relevant ads | 1 year |
| NID | Stores user preferences for Google ads | 6 months | |
| DSID | Google (doubleclick.net) | Identifies a signed-in user for ad personalisation | 2 weeks |
3. How to Control Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. See your browser’s help documentation for instructions.
- Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Google Ads personalisation: Manage your preferences at Google Ads Settings.
- Industry opt-out tools: Visit Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance.
Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
4. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised date.
5. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at palasigofficial@outlook.com.