Date of drafting: 24/02/2026
Last update: 24/02/2026
This Cookie Policy describes the use of cookies and similar technologies on the website of Maestra Academy (hereinafter, the “Website”), an online training platform operating as a video academy, also accessible through subscription-based services.
1. Data Controller
The Data Controller of personal data is:
Maestra Academy SAS
Registered office: Rue de Fraescaty 123, 57160 Moulins-lès-Metz – France
VAT number: FR990958415
Contact email: privacy@maestraacademy.com
The Data Controller has not appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO), as the conditions set out in Article 37 of the GDPR do not apply.
2. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that websites send to the user’s device, where they are stored and then retransmitted to the same websites upon subsequent visits. Cookies allow the Website to function correctly, improve the browsing experience, and provide personalized services.
3. Types of cookies used
a) Technical and strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the Website and do not require the user’s consent. They include:
- WordPress cookies for authentication and session management;
- WooCommerce and WooCommerce Subscriptions cookies for managing purchases and subscriptions;
- Security and abuse-prevention cookies;
- Language management cookies provided by Polylang;
- Infrastructure and content delivery technical cookies;
- Anti-bot protection cookies (e.g. automated request verification systems).
b) Functionality cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember user preferences (such as the selected language) in order to provide a consistent and personalized browsing experience.
c) Analytics and statistical cookies
Used exclusively with the user’s prior consent, these cookies collect aggregated and anonymized information on the use of the Website, in order to improve performance, content, and usability.
d) Marketing and profiling cookies
With the user’s consent, the Website may use third-party cookies aimed at performance measurement and centralized tag management. Such cookies are not installed without the user’s explicit consent.
4. Third-party cookies and services
The Website uses services provided by third parties which, subject to user consent where required, may install cookies, including:
- Traffic and performance analysis services;
- Tag management tools;
- Online payment systems, activated exclusively during the checkout process;
- Cloud-based video content distribution services;
- Security and automated access prevention services.
The detailed and up-to-date list of cookies used (including name, provider, purpose, and duration) is always available and can be consulted through the consent management platform.
5. Consent management
Cookie management is carried out through a Consent Management Platform (CMP) compliant with the GDPR, which allows users to:
- Accept all cookies;
- Reject non-essential cookies;
- Customize preferences by individual category.
Consent is recorded and may be modified or withdrawn at any time via the dedicated settings accessible on the Website.
6. Cookies for protected content and subscribed users
To ensure secure access to video content reserved for subscribed users, the Website uses advanced technical cookies, including signed cookies, which are necessary to:
- verify subscription status;
- allow access to protected content;
- prevent unauthorized access.
These cookies:
- are installed exclusively for authenticated users;
- have a limited duration (up to 24 hours);
- are essential for the provision of the requested service.
For these reasons, they are classified as strictly necessary cookies and do not require user consent.
7. Data transfers
The use of certain services may involve the transfer of data to countries outside the European Union. Such transfers are carried out in compliance with Articles 44 et seq. of the GDPR, through the adoption of appropriate safeguards.
8. Managing cookies via browser settings
Users may configure their browser to accept, reject, or delete cookies. Disabling technical cookies may affect the proper functioning of the Website and limit access to the services provided.
9. Minors
The Website is also accessible to minors. The use of services is subject to acceptance of this policy and, where required by applicable law, to the consent of parents or legal guardians.
10. Link to the Privacy Policy
For further information on the processing of personal data, the legal bases, and the rights of data subjects, users are invited to consult the Website’s Privacy Policy.
This Cookie Policy may be subject to updates. Any changes will be published on this page.