Privacy policy

Introduction

This privacy policy describes the methods of processing personal data collected during web browsing. Pursuant to and in accordance with Article 13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we inform you that the Municipality of Lignano Sabbiadoro (hereinafter also referred to as the "Municipality" or "Data Controller") processes the personal data freely provided by you for the purpose of carrying out its institutional functions.

The Municipality ensures that the processing of your personal data is conducted in compliance with fundamental rights and freedoms, as well as your dignity, with particular reference to privacy, personal identity, and the right to the protection of personal data.

This privacy policy does not apply to other websites, pages, or online services accessible through hyperlinks published within this Progressive Web App (PWA) but referring to external resources.

Data Controller

The Data Controller is the Municipality of Lignano Sabbiadoro, represented by the Mayor pro tempore.

Contacts

Data Protection Officer (DPO) Contact Information

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) can be contacted through institutional channels.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

The personal data processed in relation to browsing and using this PWA are handled by the Municipality in the performance of its public interest duties or in the exercise of its public powers. These include administrative functions concerning the population and municipal territory, particularly in areas such as public services, urban planning, and economic development, as outlined in Legislative Decree 267/2000 (Unified Law on Local Authorities).

Types of Data Processed and Purpose of Processing

A) Browsing Data

While browsing the website, the system automatically collects certain personal data as part of its normal operation. These include:

  • IP addresses or domain names of the computers (or other systems) used
  • URI/URL (Uniform Resource Identifier/Locator) addresses of requested resources
  • Time of the request
  • Method used to submit the request to the server
  • File size obtained in response
  • Numerical code indicating the server's response status (successful, error, etc.)
  • Other parameters related to the operating system and IT environment

These data, necessary for the use of the PWA, are processed as part of the service provision. They are also used to gather statistical information and to ensure proper service functionality.

B) Data Voluntarily Provided by Users

Sending emails to the Municipality's addresses or filling out forms on the website results in the acquisition of the sender’s contact details and any personal data included in the communication. These data are processed exclusively to respond to inquiries. Specific notices may be provided on the Municipality’s website for particular services.

C) Cookies

Cookies are small files sent from the web server to the user’s browser and stored on the user’s device. These files are accessed by the web server upon subsequent visits for different purposes.

  • No profiling cookies or other tracking methods are used.
  • Session cookies are used strictly as necessary for secure and efficient navigation within the PWA.
  • Users have control over session cookie storage in their browsers.

For further details on the processing of personal data related to cookie use, refer to the specific cookie policy provided under Article 122 of the Privacy Code and Garante’s Decision No. 229/2014.

Recipients or Categories of Recipients of Personal Data

Your personal data may be accessed by:

  • Employees and collaborators of the Municipality, expressly designated and authorized, with different access levels based on their specific tasks.
  • Data processors responsible for managing and maintaining this PWA.

The collected data will not be disclosed, except where required by law, and will not be transferred outside the European Union.

Data Retention and Management

  • Browsing data and cookies are stored for seven days, unless needed longer for legal investigations.
  • Data voluntarily provided by users via email or forms are kept only for the time necessary to fulfill the intended purposes and in compliance with legal or regulatory obligations.

    • Rights of the Data Subject

    Under the applicable law, you have the right to:

    • Access your personal data and related information
    • Request correction of inaccurate data or completion of incomplete data
    • Request deletion of your personal data (if conditions of Article 17(1) GDPR are met, except for legal exceptions under Article 17(3) GDPR)
    • Request processing restrictions (if conditions of Article 18(1) GDPR apply, e.g., unlawful processing)
    • Object to processing of your personal data in certain circumstances

    Requests can be submitted to the Data Controller or the DPO using the contacts provided above. The request form is available on the website of the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la protezione dei dati personali - www.garanteprivacy.it).

    If you believe that your personal data are being processed in violation of the GDPR, you have the right to:

    • File a complaint with the Data Protection Authority
    • Take legal action if necessary

    Consequences of Not Providing Personal Data

    If personal data are required by law or for public interest purposes, failure to provide them will prevent access to the online services available on this PWA.

    Automated Decision-Making, Including Profiling

    Your personal data will not be subject to any automated decision-making processes, including profiling.