Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

Effective date: 02.08.2025

1. Introduction and Scope

This Cookie Policy explains how [Your Name/Your Company] (hereinafter
referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar
technologies on our website [Your Website URL]. It supplements our
Privacy Policy and informs you about the types of cookies we use, the
purposes for which they are used, and how you can manage your consent.

The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection
Regulation (GDPR) and the Telecommunications and Telemedia Data
Protection Act (TTDSG) is:

[Your Name/Your Company]
[Your Address]
[Your Email Address]
[Link to the Legal Notice / Imprint]

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (e.g.
computer or smartphone) by your browser when you visit our website.
They are used to store and retrieve information in order to improve
the functionality and user-friendliness of the website.

3. Legal Basis for the Use of Cookies

The use of cookies is subject to the provisions of the GDPR and the
TTDSG.

Technically necessary cookies:
These cookies are essential for the basic operation of the website.
Their use is based on our legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6
para. 1 lit. f GDPR as well as the statutory authorization under
§ 25 para. 2 no. 2 TTDSG.

All other cookies (functional, analytics, marketing):
The use of all non-essential cookies requires your active and
voluntary consent. The legal basis for this is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a
GDPR in conjunction with § 25 para. 1 TTDSG. You provide this consent
via our cookie consent banner.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies, which vary in function and storage
duration:

a) Technically Necessary Cookies

These cookies are strictly required for the basic functions of the
website and cannot be disabled. They ensure secure and stable
operation.

Examples:

• Session cookies (to manage your session)
• Cookies to store your cookie consent
• Shopping cart cookies

b) Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance convenience and user experience by remembering
your preferences.

Examples:

• Saving language preferences
• Saved login details

c) Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our
website. The collected data is generally anonymized and used to
improve and optimize the website.

Examples:

• Cookies from analytics services such as Google Analytics or
  Matomo to measure visitor numbers and click behavior

d) Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to display personalized advertising that is
relevant to you. They may also be set by third-party providers (e.g.
social networks).

Examples:

• Cookies used to track your visits across websites in order to
  tailor advertisements to your interests (e.g. Facebook Pixel,
  Google Ads)

5. Managing Your Cookie Consent

When you visit our website for the first time, you will be asked to
provide your consent via our cookie banner. You can choose which
categories of cookies you wish to allow.

Withdrawal and modification of consent:
You have the right to change or withdraw your consent at any time.
You can adjust your settings via the following link
[Link to the cookie settings page, usually placed in the footer as
“Adjust cookie settings”] or by deleting cookies in your browser
settings. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of
data processing carried out prior to the withdrawal.

6. Your Rights as a User

As a data subject, you have extensive rights under the GDPR,
including the right of access, rectification, erasure, restriction
of processing, and data portability. Further information about your
rights can be found in our Privacy Policy.

7. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to amend this Cookie Policy in order to keep it
in line with current legal requirements or changes to our services.
The updated Cookie Policy will then apply upon your next visit to
our website.