What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They enable us to store information about your visit, such as your preferred settings or the way you navigate through our content. This data helps us make the website more user-friendly.
We distinguish between temporary session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, and permanent cookies, which remain on your device for a certain period to recognise you on your next visit.
How we use cookies
Our website uses cookies for two primary purposes: providing technical content delivery and statistical analysis of website performance. As we operate an independent information site, this data is essential for us to improve the relevance of our information for our readers.
Additionally, we use cookies for external links. When you reach a provider through our website, we use tracking technologies to correctly attribute the origin of the visit. This is a standard procedure for independent information portals and has no impact on your personal data at the respective provider.
- Technical functionality: ensuring the correct display of the website.
- Analytical services: understanding visitor flows to improve content quality.
- Affiliate tracking: correct attribution of clicks to external partner offers.
Your control and management
You have the option at any time to control the use of cookies through your browser settings. Most modern web browsers allow you to block cookies entirely, delete individual cookies, or receive notifications when a cookie is about to be set.
Please note that disabling certain technical cookies may cause parts of our website to no longer function as intended. You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time in the security settings of your browser.
FAQ
Are my personal data stored through cookies?
We do not store directly identifiable personal data through cookies. The information collected is used exclusively for statistical evaluation and the technical functionality of our website.
Do I have to consent to the use of cookies?
We use cookies based on our legitimate interest in optimising our website. However, you can block storage at any time through your browser settings.