Cookie Policy

Updated: May 21, 2026

1. What are cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit itarena.al. We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g. localStorage for consent preferences) for essential functions and, only with your consent, for analytics.

2. Types of cookies we use

Essential cookies (always on)

  • Authentication and session (portal, client area)
  • Security (CSRF, abuse protection)
  • Language preference and cookie choice storage
  • Cart and online shop functionality

Analytics cookies (consent required)

We may enable tools such as Google Analytics to understand site usage. These cookies are not placed without your explicit consent via our cookie banner.

3. Legal basis

Essential cookies are processed for our legitimate interest in providing and securing the service. Analytics cookies rely on your consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and Albanian Law 124/2024 on personal data protection), which you may withdraw at any time.

4. Retention

  • Session: until you close the browser
  • Authentication: per session policy (typically up to 30 days)
  • Cookie preferences: 12 months (renewed when you change your choice)
  • Analytics: per provider (e.g. 14 months for GA4 if enabled)

5. How to manage cookies

Use the “Manage preferences” button in the site footer, your browser settings, or reject non-essential cookies on the first banner. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

6. Third-party cookies

When you enable analytics, the third-party provider may set cookies under its own policy. We do not sell your data. For transfers outside the EU, we use appropriate contractual safeguards where applicable.