Effective Date: February 6, 2026
Last Updated: February 6, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Roberto Franco ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.robertolanguageteacher.it (the "Website").
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).
We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| auth0.* | User authentication and session management (Auth0) | Session / 7 days |
| next-auth.* | Session token and authentication state | Session |
| cookie-consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting anonymous information about pages visited, time spent, and any errors encountered.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - stores session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| __vercel_* | Vercel Analytics - performance monitoring | Session |
Note: Analytics cookies are only set if you accept non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner.
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| theme-preference | Remembers your color theme preference (if applicable) | 1 year |
| language-preference | Stores your language selection | 1 year |
In addition to our own cookies, we use cookies from the following third-party services:
We use Google Analytics to analyze Website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information such as pages visited, time on site, and traffic sources.
Data collected: IP address (anonymized), device type, browser, pages viewed, session duration
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy | Opt-out of Google Analytics
We use Auth0 for secure user authentication and account management. Auth0 sets cookies to maintain your login session and security.
Data collected: Email, name, authentication tokens, session information
Privacy Policy: Auth0 Privacy Policy
We use Stripe for secure payment processing. Stripe may set cookies for fraud detection and security purposes.
Data collected: Payment information, billing details (processed securely by Stripe, not stored on our servers)
Privacy Policy: Stripe Privacy Policy
We embed Calendly for lesson scheduling. Calendly may set cookies when you interact with the booking widget.
Data collected: Name, email, selected time slots
Privacy Policy: Calendly Privacy Policy
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our Website.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Website, such as staying logged in or accessing the student hub.
Some browsers transmit "Do Not Track" signals to websites. Our Website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. However, you can control cookies through our consent banner and your browser settings as described above.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. If we make significant changes, we will provide a more prominent notice.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Roberto Franco - Italian Language Teacher
Email: info@robertolanguageteacher.it
Website: www.robertolanguageteacher.it
Location: Lecce, Puglia, Italy