COOKIES POLICY
Liszt International Piano Competition Online (LIPCO)
Last updated: April 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on:
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to ensure the proper functioning of the website and to improve your experience.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are data stored in your browser when you visit a website. They may be:
- session cookies (deleted after closing the browser)
- persistent cookies (stored for a specified period)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.
They enable:
- page navigation
- security
- basic website features
Legal basis: legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
These cookies do not require consent.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the website.
Example:
- Google Analytics
They collect information such as:
- pages visited
- time spent on the website
- general location (country level)
Legal basis: consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Analytics cookies are used only after you give consent.
3.3 Marketing Cookies (if applicable)
These cookies may be used to:
- promote the competition
- measure effectiveness of campaigns
Example:
- Facebook Pixel (if used)
Legal basis: consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services used on our website, including:
- Google Analytics
- YouTube / Vimeo (video content)
- payment providers
These providers may process your data according to their own privacy policies.
5. Consent Management
When you first visit our website, you are asked to:
- accept all cookies
- reject non-essential cookies
- manage your preferences
You can change your preferences at any time via the cookie settings available on the website.
6. How to Manage Cookies
You can:
- manage cookies via our cookie banner
- delete cookies in your browser settings
- block cookies in your browser
Please note that disabling necessary cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Data Retention
Cookies are stored for different periods depending on their type:
- session cookies: until browser is closed
- analytics cookies: up to 14–26 months
8. International Transfers
Some third-party providers (e.g. Google) may process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are applied, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
9. Contact
If you have questions about cookies, you may contact us via:
- contact form available on the website
- email: info [at] liszt-competition.com
10. Updates
This Cookies Policy may be updated from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on the website.