1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how the website of the project “Supporting European SMEs improving onboarding procedures to defeat turnover and become more resilient” (OnBoard) (Project reference number: 2025-1-IT01-KA220-VET-000358740) uses cookies and similar technologies.

For the purposes of this policy, the project is referred to as “OnBoard” and the website as the “OnBoard website”.

This policy should be read together with the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service of the OnBoard website.

2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical information to website administrators.

Cookies do not give us access to your device and do not contain information that directly identifies you as an individual.

3. Why does the OnBoard website use cookies?

The OnBoard website uses cookies in order to:

• ensure the correct and secure functioning of the website;

• improve navigation and usability;

• analyse website traffic and user behaviour;

• support communication, dissemination and reporting activities required under the Erasmus+ Programme;

• comply with legal and transparency obligations under GDPR.

4. Legal basis for the use of cookies

Cookies are used in accordance with Article 6 of the GDPR, based on:

• Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) – for analytics and non-essential cookies, given via the cookie banner;

• Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f)) – for ensuring the technical functionality, security and performance of the website.

You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time via the cookie settings.

5. Types of cookies used on the OnBoard website

5.1. Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled.
Without them, the website would not function properly.

5.2. Analytics and performance cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymised statistical data.

Google Analytics is configured to anonymise IP addresses and does not collect sensitive personal data.

5.3. Optional cookies

At present, the OnBoard website does not use:

• marketing or advertising cookies;

• profiling or behavioural tracking cookies;

• third-party advertising tools.

If this changes, the policy will be updated accordingly.

6. Managing cookies

When you first visit the OnBoard website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:

• accept all cookies;

• reject non-essential cookies;

• manage cookie preferences by category.

You can also manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Third-party services

The OnBoard website may use third-party services (e.g. Google Analytics) strictly for analytical and reporting purposes related to the project.

These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and GDPR obligations.

The OnBoard consortium does not sell, rent or trade cookie data.

8. Updates to this Cookies Policy

The OnBoard consortium reserves the right to update this Cookies Policy at any time to reflect legal, technical or operational changes.

Any updates will be published on this page, with the date of the latest revision indicated below.

9. Contact

If you have any questions regarding this Cookies Policy or the use of cookies on the OnBoard website, you may contact us via:

• the Contact form on the website; or

• the email address provided in the Contacts section.

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