🔐 Cookie Policy

Your privacy matters to us

Effective Date: July 16, 2025
Last Updated: July 19, 2025

This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience, personalize content, display relevant ads (including via Google AdSense), and analyze traffic. This Cookie Policy outlines how we use cookies and your rights under applicable privacy laws, including the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.

🍪 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit our site. They help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Enable secure navigation and authentication
  • Analyze traffic patterns and user behavior
  • Serve relevant and personalized advertisements

📂 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose & Functionality
Essential Cookies Enable core functionality including forms, security features, and site navigation
Analytics Cookies Help us understand website usage patterns and performance (e.g., Google Analytics)
Preference Cookies Store user choices such as language preferences and display settings
Marketing Cookies Used for displaying relevant advertisements (e.g., Google AdSense, Meta Ads)

✅ Consent & Control

Upon your first visit, a cookie banner will appear giving you full control over your cookie preferences:

  • Accept all cookies for the full website experience
  • Reject non-essential cookies while keeping core functionality
  • Customize your preferences for specific cookie categories

We use a Consent Management Platform (CMP) to record your choices in accordance with Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. You can change or withdraw consent anytime via the Cookie Settings.

⚖️ Legal Basis (Art. 6 GDPR)

Cookie Category Legal Basis
Essential Cookies Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
Analytics & Preferences Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))
Marketing Cookies Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))

⏳ Cookie Duration

  • Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for 1–12 months depending on the provider

🔧 Third-Party Services

We integrate with the following trusted third-party services:

  • Google Analytics – Website usage statistics (Privacy Policy)
  • Google AdSense – Personalized advertising (AdSense Policy)
  • Meta (Facebook Pixel) – Social media integration and analytics
  • YouTube/Vimeo – Embedded video content delivery
  • Squarespace, Mailchimp – Website hosting and email marketing

🛠️ How to Manage Cookies

You have several options to control cookies:

  • Use our Cookie Settings panel for granular control
  • Configure your browser settings to block or delete cookies
  • Use browser extensions for enhanced privacy control
  • Opt-out directly with advertising partners

Note: Disabling essential cookies may impact core website functionality and user experience.

🔒 International Compliance

This Cookie Policy complies with the following regulations:

  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation - EU)
  • BDSG (Bundesdatenschutzgesetz - Germany)
  • ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law)
  • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
  • Google AdSense Publisher Requirements

📬 Contact & Support

If you have questions about our cookie practices or wish to update your preferences: