Cookies are small text files or other storage technologies that store information on end devices and retrieve information from them. For example, to store the login status in a user account, the contents of a shopping cart in an e-shop, the accessed content, or the functions used in an online offering. Cookies can also be used for various purposes, such as ensuring the functionality, security, and convenience of online offerings, as well as for analyzing visitor traffic.
Notes on Consent: We use cookies in accordance with legal regulations. Therefore, we obtain prior consent from users, unless it is not legally required. Consent is not usually required when storing and retrieving information, including cookies, is absolutely necessary to provide users with a telemedia service (i.e., our online offering) expressly requested by them. Generally, cookies with functions related to the display and functionality of the online offering, load balancing, security, storage of user preferences and choices, or similar purposes related to providing the main and ancillary functions of the online offering requested by users are considered absolutely necessary cookies. Revocable consent is clearly communicated to users and includes information about the respective use of cookies.
Notes on Data Protection Legal Bases: The legal basis on which we process users’ personal data using cookies depends on whether we ask users for consent. If users give their consent, the legal basis for processing their data is the declared consent. Otherwise, data processed with the help of cookies is based on our legitimate interests (e.g., in the economically efficient operation of our online offering and improving its usability) or, if the use of cookies is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations, on the basis of fulfilling our contractual obligations. We will inform you about the purposes for which cookies are processed by us, either in the course of this privacy policy or as part of our consent and processing procedures.
Storage Duration: In terms of storage duration, the following types of cookies are distinguished:
- Temporary Cookies (also: Session or Session Cookies): Temporary cookies are deleted at the latest after a user leaves an online offering and closes their end device (e.g., browser or mobile application).
- Permanent Cookies: Permanent cookies remain stored even after the end device is closed. For example, the login status can be saved, or preferred content can be displayed directly when the user revisits a website. Data collected with the help of cookies can also be used for reach measurement. If we do not provide explicit information about the type and duration of cookies (e.g., as part of obtaining consent), users should assume that cookies are permanent and can be stored for up to two years.
General Information on Withdrawal and Objection (so-called “Opt-Out”): Users can revoke any consents they have given at any time and object to processing in accordance with legal requirements. To do this, users can restrict the use of cookies in their browser settings (which may also limit the functionality of our online offering). An objection to the use of cookies for online marketing purposes can also be declared via the websites https://optout.aboutads.info and https://www.youronlinechoices.com/.
Real Cookie Banner: To manage the cookies and similar technologies used (tracking pixels, web beacons, etc.) and related consents, we use the consent tool “Real Cookie Banner”. Details on how “Real Cookie Banner” works can be found at https://devowl.io/rcb/data-processing/.
The legal basis for the processing of personal data in this context are Art. 6 (1) lit. c GDPR and Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest is the management of the cookies and similar technologies used and the related consents.
The provision of personal data is neither contractually required nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide the personal data. If you do not provide the personal data, we will not be able to manage your consents.
Cookie Settings / Objection Options:
Change privacy settings | Privacy settings history | Revoke consents | Opt-out from web analysis
- Legal Bases: Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
Further Information on Processing Procedures, Procedures, and Services:
- Processing of Cookie Data Based on Consent: We use a cookie consent management process within the framework of which user consents to the use of cookies, as well as the processing and providers mentioned in the context of the cookie consent management process, can be obtained, managed, and revoked by users. The consent declaration is stored to avoid having to repeat the query and to be able to prove consent in accordance with legal obligations. Storage can be done server-side and/or in a cookie (so-called opt-in cookie or similar technologies) in order to assign the consent to a user or their device. Subject to individual information about providers of cookie management services, the following information applies: The duration of consent storage can be up to two years. A pseudonymous user identifier is created, along with the time of consent, information about the scope of consent (e.g., which categories of cookies and/or service providers), and the browser, system, and device used are stored; Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).