Cookie Policy
Through this cookie policy, the site operator informs visitors of the site about the use of cookies or similar storage technologies (hereinafter “cookies”) implemented on this site (hereinafter “website”).
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored by your browser on your computer or mobile device to record certain information or image files, such as pixels. The next time you visit our website on the same device, the information stored in the cookies will be sent either to our website (“first-party cookie”) or to another website to which the cookie belongs (“third-party cookie”).
Through this exchange of information recorded during your various visits to the website, it recognizes that you are using the same browser and device. We use this information to design and display the website optimally and according to your preferences.
Consequently, only the cookie itself is identified on your device. Your personal data will be stored only with your explicit consent or if strictly necessary to provide the service being offered and thus accessible to you.
Consent to the use of cookies
Cookies that are not strictly necessary to provide the services on our website are used only when we receive your consent. As soon as you actively continue to use our website after the cookie banner is displayed, you consent to their use.
You can, of course, customize cookie settings at any time, for example by enabling or disabling certain categories of cookies.
To learn how to disable or delete cookies in general (including necessary cookies) in your browser, refer to the section “Disabling and deleting all cookies” in this Cookie Policy.
Categories of cookies
We classify cookies differently depending on their purpose and function:
- Strictly necessary cookies
- Functional cookies
- Performance cookies
- Marketing / third-party cookies / consent-based cookies
STRICTLY NECESSARY COOKIES
The operation of our websites is ensured by the use of certain cookies, called strictly necessary cookies. They are used exclusively by our system and are “first-party cookies.” All information collected by these cookies is sent only to our website.
The following strictly necessary cookies are used on our website:
| Name | Description / Function | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ckies_functional | Disabling functional cookies | 1 year |
| ckies_performance | Disabling performance cookies | 1 year |
| ckies_marketing | Disabling marketing/third-party/consent-based cookies | 1 year |
Your consent is not required for these cookies. Therefore, they cannot be individually enabled or disabled. You can do so only for cookies requiring your consent, i.e., functional, performance, and marketing cookies. You can disable cookies from your browser at any time (see “Disabling and deleting all cookies”).
The legal basis for the use of these first-party cookies is our legitimate interest in analyzing, optimizing, and efficiently operating our website and services under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
FUNCTIONAL COOKIES
Functional cookies allow us to collect information you have already provided. We use them to provide better, more personalized functionality. These cookies collect information anonymously and therefore cannot be used to track your movements on other sites.
The following functional cookies are used on our site:
| Name | Description / Function | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookielaw | Cookie to hide the cookie information banner once accepted | 1 year |
| shd | Identifies the user on the next visit | 1 year |
| has_close_teaser | Prevents the reappearance of a notification window once closed | Session |
You can choose not to use functional cookies at any time by adjusting your cookie settings.
The legal basis for using functional cookies is a legitimate interest in analyzing, optimizing, and efficiently operating this website and services under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
PERFORMANCE COOKIES
Performance cookies collect information on how our websites are used to improve their appeal, content, and functionality. They help us determine which subpages are visited and which content interests users. We record the number of visits to each page, number of subpages visited, time spent on our site, order of visited pages, search terms used, country, region, and city from which access occurs. This allows us to tailor website content to users’ needs while optimizing our offering. Your IP address is transmitted for technical reasons and automatically anonymized to prevent individual identification.
Users also have the right to object to the processing of personal data used for statistical purposes according to Art. 89(1) GDPR, considering their specific situation. To exercise these rights, users may contact us at the contact address provided in the legal notice and/or cookie policy.
Users can also choose at any time not to use performance cookies by adjusting their cookie settings.
The legal basis for using performance cookies is a legitimate interest in analyzing, optimizing, and adapting this website and its services to visitors’ needs, under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
MARKETING / THIRD-PARTY / CONSENT-BASED COOKIES
Marketing, third-party, or consent-based cookies collect information on the websites visited by the user for advertising purposes to create targeted ads.
The processing of personal data collected by these cookies is based on the guidelines defined in Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. When the user/visitor consents to the use of cookies after being informed (cookie banner), the legality of using these cookies is based on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.
Google Analytics Supplement
This site uses Google Analytics services by Google Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses “Cookies,” text data stored on your computer by your browser, to analyze your site usage. Data collected via cookies is transferred to Google servers in the USA. If IP anonymization is enabled, your IP is truncated in EU/EEA states. In exceptional cases, the full IP may be sent to the US server and then anonymized. Google uses this information to analyze site usage, prepare reports on visitor activity, and provide services related to website and internet usage. Google will not associate your IP with other Google data. You can disable cookies via your browser or using the Google Analytics opt-out plugin: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
More information about Google Analytics privacy and terms is available on Google’s site. This site uses the code gat._anonymizeIp(); to ensure IP anonymization.
Disabling and deleting all cookies
You can configure your browser to prevent the use and storage of cookies and/or require consent each time a site requests cookies. You can also delete previously activated cookies at any time. Refer to your browser’s help section for guidance.
Please note that disabling cookies entirely may affect the proper functioning of our website.