Privacy & Cookie policy

FOMAS Group operates in full compliance with current regulation on the processing of personal data, paying the utmost attention to the processing of personal data, including any data acquired during the consultation of this website.

The processing of users' Personal Data will be based on the principles of fairness, lawfulness, transparency, purpose limitation and retention, minimization and accuracy, integrity and confidentiality, in accordance with applicable provisions.

1. DATA CONTROLLER

The Data Controller of personal data is FOMAS S.p.A., with its registered office in Milan, Via Gioberti 1, and operating office in Osnago, Via Martiri della Liberazione 17, when the user navigates the website www.fomasgroup.com.

Hereafter referred to as the “Controller”.

2. DATA PROTECTION OFFICER - DPO

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Data Controller has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance with the Regulation and serve as a contact point for data subjects and the Data Protection Authority. The DPO can be reached via email at privacy@fomasgroup.com.

3. DATA PROCESSORS

The personal data of users may be processed by suppliers appointed as Data Processors to perform activities on behalf of the Controller. For more information, you can contact the DPO.

4. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED

• IP address, domain name, and URL used;
• browsing data;
• browsing history;
• geographic coordinates of the mobile device used;
• information related to the operating system and computing environment used;
• data voluntarily provided, such as through the Careers section form, for which a specific Privacy Policy applies;
• internet browsing data (including social media icons usage data, where applicable) collected through cookies installed on your computer or mobile device (please refer to the Cookie Policy for more details);
• pictures and/or video recordings collected during participation in promotions, contests, institutional events, exhibitions, and general arrangements.

5. PURPOSE AND LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

The Controller collects user data for its legitimate interest in enabling proper website navigation. The Controller collects user data for its legitimate interest in enabling proper website navigation. Additionally, FOMAS Group collects data based on user consent related to cookie installation.

With the user’s consent, the Controller may also use data to send advertising, informational, or promotional material and invite the user to participate in initiatives organized by FOMAS Group.

Data may also be collected indirectly through IP addresses or domain names of computers used by connecting users, URIs of requested resources, request timing, methods used to submit requests to the server, file size obtained in response, numerical status code of server response (successful, error, etc.), and other parameters related to the operating system and the user’s computing environment. These details are solely used for statistical purposes and to verify the correct operation of the website.

Providing data is voluntary; however, if the user refuses, the Controller may not allow proper website navigation or fulfill user requests. We are committed to ensuring that the information collected and used is appropriate for the purposes outlined and does not invade your personal privacy.

6. DISCLOSURE OF USERS' PERSONAL DATA

Access to collected data is restricted to employees and externarl partners who need it to perform their duties and have received specific written instructions on handling such data.
The Controller may also disclose personal data to third parties, such as:

• law enforcement, and other public administrations to fulfill legal obligations;
• other FOMAS Group companies;
• IT service providers.

The Controller ensures that the disclosure of personal data to the aforementioned recipients is limited to what is necessary for the intended purposes.

Recipients in the listed categories may act as data processors (with instructions from the Controller) or as independent data controllers.

7. DATA TRANSFER

Some FOMAS Group companies are based outside the European Economic Area, so user data may be transferred to these countries.

In these cases, the Controller commits to implementing appropriate and suitable security measures, such as EU Standard Contractual Clauses adopted and approved by the European Commision under Article 46(2)(c) and (d) of the GDPR, or one of the derogatory measures set forth in Article 49 of the GDPR.

For more information on transfers and safeguards adopted you can contact the DPO.

8. DATA RETENTION

User data collected through Cookies are retained for the time indicated in the Cookie Policy, available in the footer of the website.
Data from the user shared in the Careers section will be processed and retained for the time indicated in the Privacy Policy available in the Careers section.

9. RIGHTS OF DATA SUBJECTS

The user has rights, including:

• access and request a copy of their data;
• request correction or update of inaccurate or incomplete data;
• request data deletion or restriction of processing in certain circumstances;
• request data portability, where applicable;
• file a complaint with the Supervisory Authority or take legal action.

Without prejudice to any other administrative or judicial action, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant Data Protection Authority where you believe there has been a violation of your data protection rights.

To exercise these rights, users can contact the Controller via the DPO’s email address: privacy@fomasgroup.com.

10. AUTOMATED PROCESSING

Personal data is processed by automated processing only as necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected. Specific security measures are in place to prevent data loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

11. CHANGES AND UPDATES

This Privacy Policy may be subject to updates, for example, to comply with new regulations or introduce technological innovations.

FOMAS Group reserves the right to amend the Privacy Policy to ensure compliance with legal requirements and market practices.

INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy applies to users who may access and browse www.fomasgroup.com

The site uses cookies and similar technologies to enable optimal website functionality.

2. DATA CONTROLLER :

FOMAS S.p.A., with its registered office in Milan, Via Gioberti 1, and operating office in Osnago, Via Martiri della Liberazione 17, is the Data Controller, hereafter referred to as the “Controller.”

3. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small pieces of text containing information that can be saved on a user's computer when the browser accesses the website. Cookies allow the server to send information that will be read and updated every time the user returns to the site. In this way, the website can automatically adapt to the user, enhancing their browsing experience. Additionally, cookies can provide the website manager with anonymous information on user navigation, including for statistical purposes, to improve site performance. The information collected through cookies can also be used to create a profile of user preferences during browsing, aiming to personalize commercial promotion messages.

4. TECHNICAL, ANALYTICAL, AND FUNCTIONALITY COOKIES

The cookies described in this section are sent directly by this site and may be either first-party or third-party cookies. They are installed for purposes related to the different categories of cookies outlined below.

Technical Cookies: These cookies are installed to enable better functionality of the website, enhancing the site's features and performance. These cookies are used, for example, to remember a user’s decision about the use of cookies on the website. Technical cookies are not used for other purposes and can be managed directly by the Data Controller or by third parties. These types of cookies can be used without the explicit prior consent of the user. All these cookies are automatically enabled.

Analytical Cookies: This category includes "performance or analytics cookies." These cookies collect information on the number of users browsing the website and on the most visited pages/sections (e.g., which pages report malfunctions). These cookies provide the Data Controller with information regarding the performance of its websites/apps and may be used with the user's consent.

Functionality Cookies: These allow users to navigate according to a set of selected criteria (e.g., language, font, browser type) to improve the service provided and may be used with the user's consent.

5. PROFILING COOKIES

Profiling cookies store user choices during navigation and are installed to create user profiles to deliver targeted services or advertising, show content, and propose commercial initiatives based on the most relevant sections of our sites to users and their interests. Profiling cookies may be used with the user's consent, obtained through the "Manage your preferences" button in a banner visible to users on their first visit to the site.

6. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES AND SOCIAL MEDIA ICONS

Third-party cookies are installed by external sites to provide targeted services or advertising content. This website also includes icons providing direct links to our social media pages, where applicable (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, Twitter), which can install third-party cookies related to the respective social networks. These icons may also provide us with information regarding users' browsing experience and may be used by the Data Controller for marketing targeting purposes on the social media channels themselves. Third-party cookies may be used with the user’s consent, obtained through the methods described in the previous paragraph. Consent can be revoked at any time by disabling cookies via the "How to control cookies" section below.

7. COOKIE DURATION

Cookies may be:

• Temporary or session cookies: Used to store temporary information, link actions taken during a specific session, and removed when the browser is closed.
• Permanent cookies: Used to store information, such as login credentials, so the user does not have to enter them every time they visit a specific site. These remain stored on the device even after closing the browser.

The Data Controller retains personal data collected through these tracking tools for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which they are collected. Specifically:

• Personal data collected via technical cookies are deleted after a maximum of 3 months from the last navigation;
• Personal data collected via analytical cookies are deleted after a maximum of 12 months from the last session.

8. HOW TO CONTROL COOKIES

Users can manage cookie preferences

1. Directly from our site, using the cookie manager – which allows users to choose the type of cookies (including third-party partners) that can be installed, consult the list of cookies and similar technologies we use, and proceed to their removal.
2. Within their browser, to prevent – for example – non-partner third parties from installing them. Procedures for managing permissions for cookie installation and removal differ by browser. Information on how to manage cookies in the browser used is available from individual browsers, such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari e Microsoft Edge.

9. AUTOMATED PROCESSING

Personal data are processed with automated tools for the time strictly necessary to achieve the purposes for which they were collected. Specific security measures are observed to prevent data loss, illicit or improper use, and unauthorized access.

10. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS AND HOW TO EXERCISE THEM

Data subjects have the right to exercise the rights recognized by current regulations. For any information/request related to the processing of personal data and the exercise of the rights recognized to the user by the articles, you can contact the Group DPO at Privacy@fomasgroup.com.

11. CHANGES AND UPDATES

This Cookie Policy may undergo changes over time, for example, related to the possible entry into force of new sector regulations or further technological innovations. Therefore, users are invited to consult this text periodically.