Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies are used to store information about your browsing behavior and preferences. They help websites recognize you when you return, remember your settings, and improve your user experience. Cookies may be persistent (remaining on your device until deleted or they expire) or session-based (deleted when you close your browser).
Most web browsers allow you to control and manage cookies through your browser settings. You can choose to block cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or delete existing cookies. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this website and prevent you from using certain features.
2. Cookie Categories and Types
2.1 Necessary Cookies
Necessary cookies are required for the website to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality such as security, network communication, and user authentication. Necessary cookies do not require your consent under GDPR and include:
- Session ID: Maintains your session while you browse the website
- Security Tokens: Protects against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) and other security threats
- Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preference choices
- Authentication Cookies: Keeps you logged in if you have created an account
2.2 Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics cookies are used to collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most frequently, how long visitors spend on pages, and what actions they take. This information helps us understand user behavior and optimize our website content and design. Analytics cookies require your explicit consent through the cookie banner before they are placed on your device.
Google Analytics cookies include:
- _ga: Identifies unique users and sessions (expires 2 years)
- _gid: Identifies current session (expires 24 hours)
- _gat: Throttles request rate (expires 1 minute)
- AMP_TOKEN: Contains user ID for AMP users (expires 1 year)
Google Analytics data is processed according to Google's privacy policy and our Data Processing Amendment with Google. You may opt out of Google Analytics at any time through your browser's cookie settings or by selecting "Necessary Only" on the cookie banner.
2.3 Marketing and Tracking Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track your browsing activity across websites and build a profile of your interests to deliver targeted advertisements. Marketing cookies are placed by third-party ad networks and advertising partners. These cookies require your explicit consent before they are placed on your device.
Marketing cookies may include:
- Conversion tracking pixels from advertising networks
- Retargeting cookies from third-party platforms
- Interest-based advertising cookies
3. Cookie Table
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session | Session | Necessary |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session | Necessary |
| cookieConsent | Records cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics - user identification | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - session tracking | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics - request throttling | 1 minute | Analytics |
| AMP_TOKEN | Google Analytics - AMP user ID | 1 year | Analytics |
4. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
4.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears at the bottom of the screen. You can choose to accept only necessary cookies or accept all cookies. Your preference is saved and will be remembered on future visits.
4.2 Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to:
- View all cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookie preferences for different categories
Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser. Please refer to your browser's help documentation for specific instructions.
4.3 Opting Out of Google Analytics
If you do not want Google Analytics to track your activity, you can:
- Select "Necessary Only" on our cookie banner
- Use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Manage your Google privacy settings
4.4 Opting Out of Marketing Cookies
You can opt out of targeted advertising by:
- Selecting "Necessary Only" on our cookie banner
- Using the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out tool (US) or Your Online Choices tool (EU)
- Managing your preferences with individual advertising networks
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include content or links to third-party websites that use their own cookies. We are not responsible for the cookies placed by third-party websites. We recommend that you review the privacy policies and cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit.
6. Cookie Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, or applicable legal requirements. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Continued use of the website following any modification constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Baltasaar Services GmbH
Email: [email protected]
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