Privacy, made clear.
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The Festa del Cactus website was created to provide information, connect people, and share stories about the event. Our policy for handling personal data is just as simple: we collect only the information necessary for the website to function, to manage the requests we receive, and—when you have given your consent—to measure and promote our activities.

Who is the Data Controller?

The data controller is Associazione ABC, the organizer of the Festa del Cactus.
Registered office: ABC – Via Cracovia 25, 40139 BOLOGNA.
Email: info@festadelcactus.it

If you have any questions regarding privacy or the exercise of your rights, please use this email address.

What Data Do We Collect?

During normal browsing, the website and the systems that enable it to function may collect certain technical data, such as IP address, browser and device type, date and time of requests, pages viewed, and information necessary for security and the proper functioning of the service.

When you contact us via the contact form, we process the data you choose to provide directly: first and last name, email address, subject line, and message content.

The website also uses cookies and similar technologies. Some are necessary for the pages to function and to store your preferences; others, such as statistical or advertising tools, are used only when permitted by law and after you have given your consent via the consent panel.

Why We Use This Data

Data may be processed for the following purposes:

• ensure the proper operation, safety, and maintenance of the site;
• respond to questions and requests submitted through the contact forms;
• handle communications related to the event, partnerships, and exhibitor participation;
• to understand, from a statistical perspective, how the site is used;
• to measure the effectiveness of communication and advertising campaigns, provided the user has given the necessary consent.

The processing of technical data necessary for the operation of the website is based on the need to provide the service and on the legitimate interest in its security. Data submitted voluntarily is used to respond to the data subject’s request. When processing requires consent—particularly for certain analytics or advertising tools—it is carried out only after such consent has been given.

Cookies and Measurement Tools

Technical cookies may be used without consent when they are essential to providing the requested service. Any analytical or advertising cookies, or other non-essential tracking tools, are instead managed through the consent system on the website.

These may include tools used to track website traffic and, during promotional campaigns, advertising technologies such as Meta Pixel.

You can accept or reject the various categories of cookies and change your preferences at any time through the cookie management panel available on the website. More detailed information about individual cookies, their providers, and their expiration dates is provided in the Cookie Policy.

With whom they may be shared

The data is not sold or disclosed for commercial purposes.

However, they may be processed by third parties that provide services necessary for the management of the website and communications, such as hosting providers, email service providers, technical support providers, statistical tools, and platforms used for online communication. Where applicable, these third parties act as data processors based on specific agreements.

Data may also be disclosed when necessary to comply with legal obligations or requests from the competent authorities.

Where are they processed?

Data is processed primarily within the European Economic Area. However, some digital service providers may involve the transfer of or access to data from countries outside the European Economic Area. In such cases, processing is carried out in accordance with the conditions and safeguards provided for by applicable European legislation.

How long do we retain data?

Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected.

Communications sent through the website are retained for the period necessary to process the request and any related matters that may arise. Technical and security data are retained in accordance with the timeframes established by the systems and providers used. The duration of cookies and other tracking tools is specified in their respective settings and in the Cookie Policy.

When processing is based on consent, that consent may be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out prior to the withdrawal.

Your Rights

In the cases provided for in Regulation (EU) 2016/679, you may request access to your personal data, its rectification or erasure, restriction of processing, object to the processing, and request data portability where applicable.

You may also withdraw any consent you have previously given at any time.

To exercise these rights, you can write to info@festadelcactus.it.

If you believe that your personal data is being processed in violation of the law, you also have the right to file a complaint with the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali) or the competent supervisory authority.

Automated Decisions

The website does not use personal data to make fully automated decisions that could produce legal effects or similarly significant consequences for users.

Updates

This privacy policy may be updated when the website’s features, the services used, or the applicable laws change. The version published on this page is the one currently in effect.

Last updated: August 22, 2026