Xenia S.r.l. – Asmundo di Gisira B&B
Pursuant to EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and Legislative Decree 196/2003, as amended by Legislative Decree 101/2018
1. Data Controller
The Data Controller for data collected through cookies is Xenia S.r.l., VAT No. 05478460875, with registered office at Via Gisira n. 40, Catania.
Contact details: info@asmundodigisira.com – Tel. 095/0978894 – 391/1064020
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that websites visited by the user send to their terminal (computer, tablet, smartphone), where they are stored and subsequently retransmitted to the same websites during the next visit. Alongside traditional HTTP cookies, equivalent technologies—such as browser Local Storage and Session Storage—perform similar functions and are subject to the same privacy regulations.
Cookies allow the website to function correctly, remember user preferences, and, where applicable, collect statistical information on website usage in order to improve the browsing experience.
3. Technologies Used by the Website
The website is built with WordPress (CMS) and Elementor PRO (page builder). The cookies and storage technologies used by each of these tools are described below.
3.1 WordPress Cookies (Technical – Strictly Necessary)
WordPress exclusively sets technical cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of the website. These cookies do not require user consent under Art. 122 of Legislative Decree 196/2003. Some of them are active only for website administrators who access the control panel and are not set for regular visitors.
| Name / Identifier | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| wordpress_[hash] | Technical | Authenticates the website administrator during login to the management panel (wp-admin). Contains encrypted data. | Session or 14 days | WordPress (First-party) |
| wordpress_logged_in_[hash] | Technical | Indicates that the administrator is logged in and determines which dashboard and features are accessible. | Session or 14 days | WordPress (First-party) |
| wp-settings-[UID] wp-settings-time-[UID] | Technical | Stores administrative interface preferences (layout, editor). Used only by administrators. | 1 year | WordPress (First-party) |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Technical | Checks if the visitor’s browser supports cookies before attempting to log in. It is deleted immediately. | Session | WordPress (First-party) |
| comment_author_[hash] comment_author_email_[hash] comment_author_url_[hash] | Technical / Functional | Remembers the name, email, and URL of a visitor who has left a comment on a blog post, so they do not have to re-enter them. Only active if the site uses comments. | 347 days | WordPress (First-party) |
| wp_lang | Technical | Stores the language selected during login to the administrative area. | Session | WordPress (First-party) |
3.2 Elementor PRO (Local Storage and Session Storage – Technical)
Elementor PRO does not set traditional HTTP cookies for website visitors. Instead, it utilizes the browser’s Local Storage and Session Storage, which are equivalent technologies to cookies under European regulations (ePrivacy Directive 2002/58/EC). This data is stored exclusively within the visitor’s browser and is not transmitted to Elementor’s servers or any third parties.
| Name / Identifier | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
| elementor (Local Storage) | Technical | Stores session status and page view counts to prevent popups, bars, and notifications configured by the site from reappearing to the visitor once closed. | Persistent (Local) | Elementor Ltd. – no data transmitted to third parties |
| elementor (Session Storage) | Technical | Indicates that an active browsing session is underway, ensuring the correct functioning of interactive widgets (popups, forms, sliders). | Session (until browser is closed) | Elementor Ltd. – no data transmitted to third parties |
4. Legal Basis for Processing
All cookies and storage technologies currently used by the website fall under the category of strictly necessary technical cookies. The processing is carried out based on the legitimate interest of the Data Controller pursuant to Art. 6, par. 1, letter f) of the GDPR and Art. 122 of Legislative Decree 196/2003, which exempts technical cookies from the obligation of prior consent.
In the event that statistical analysis or marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel) are integrated in the future, this Cookie Policy will be updated, and prior user consent will be requested via a dedicated cookie banner.
5. Third-Party Cookies
At present, the website does not use third-party cookies, nor does it integrate external services (such as analytics platforms, social media, advertising, or videos) that involve installing non-first-party cookies in the visitor’s browser.
6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
Since the cookies currently in use are exclusively technical and necessary, disabling them may compromise the correct functioning of certain website features. However, you can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
- Safari (macOS): Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Safari (iOS): Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
To manage Local Storage and Session Storage (used by Elementor PRO), you can clear them using the browser’s developer tools (F12 key > Application > Storage).
7. Data Retention
Data stored via technical cookies is retained for the period indicated in the table under Section 3. Session cookies are automatically deleted when the browser is closed. Data within Elementor PRO’s Local Storage remains in the visitor’s browser until it is manually deleted or the cache is cleared; it is not stored on any external server.
8. Rights of the Data Subject
In relation to any data processed via cookies, users may exercise their rights under Articles 15-22 of the GDPR at any time, including:
- Access to their personal data;
- Rectification or erasure of data;
- Restriction of processing;
- Data portability;
- Objection to processing.
To exercise these rights, you can contact the Data Controller at: info@asmundodigisira.com.
Users also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali — www.garanteprivacy.it).
9. Updates to the Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy is updated in accordance with the actual technical configuration of the website. Any future integration of tools involving the use of non-technical cookies will be promptly documented on this page and subjected to user consent via a dedicated banner.
Last updated: May 2026