Last updated: 11-9-2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain website functions to work properly.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.
Examples:
Session cookies for website navigation
Security cookies to prevent fraud
Load balancing cookies
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
Retention period: Session or until browser is closed
2. Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enhance website functionality and personalization.
Examples:
Language preferences
Font size settings
Form data retention
Legal basis: Your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Retention period: 12 months
3. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Examples:
Google Analytics cookies
Visitor statistics
Page performance metrics
Legal basis: Your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Retention period: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
4. Marketing Cookies (Optional)
These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.
Examples:
Social media tracking pixels
Advertising network cookies
Retargeting cookies
Legal basis: Your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Retention period: Various (typically 12-24 months)
Third-Party Cookies
We may use services from third parties that set their own cookies:
Google Analytics (if applicable)
Purpose: Website traffic analysis
Data collected: Anonymized usage statistics
Privacy policy: Google Analytics Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms (if applicable)
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: Social sharing buttons
Data collected: Visit information, social interactions
Privacy policies: Available on respective platforms
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Tool
You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit our website.
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-out Links
Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Essential cookies: Website may not function properly
Functional cookies: Personalized features may not work
Analytics cookies: We cannot improve website performance
Marketing cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
Cookie List
Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
PHPSESSID Essential Session management Session
cookie-consent Essential Stores consent preferences 1 year
_ga Analytics Google Analytics visitor ID 2 years
_gid Analytics Google Analytics session ID 24 hours
Updates to This Notice
We may update this Cookie Notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Jane Mustermann
Email: info@jane-mustermann.com
Address: Musterstraße 123, 12345 Musterstadt, Germany
Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
Access information about cookies we use
Request deletion of cookie data
Lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
German Data Protection Authority:
Bundesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit
Graurheindorfer Str. 153, 53117 Bonn, Germany