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1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Choglannthunis ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://choglannthunis.ddd.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information about how we process your personal data.

We are committed to complying with the EU ePrivacy Directive (2002/58/EC as amended by 2009/136/EC), the German Telemediengesetz (TMG), and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be classified as:

  • First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting
  • Third-party cookies: Set by domains other than the one you are visiting
  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. Without these cookies, the website cannot function correctly.

  • Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie preferences
  • Session Management: Maintains your session while browsing
  • Security: Helps protect against malicious activity

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) - necessary for the operation of the website.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to improve our website and provide better user experiences.

  • Page Views: Tracks which pages are visited
  • Session Duration: Measures how long visitors stay on the site
  • Traffic Sources: Identifies how visitors arrived at our website
  • Device Information: Collects anonymous information about devices used

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) - these cookies are only activated after you give your consent.

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

  • Advertising: Delivers targeted advertisements
  • Retargeting: Shows relevant ads based on your browsing history
  • Campaign Performance: Measures the success of marketing campaigns

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) - these cookies are only activated after you give your consent.

4. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept All: Consent to all categories of cookies
  • Reject: Decline all non-essential cookies (only strictly necessary cookies will be used)
  • Cookie Settings: Customize your preferences by enabling or disabling specific cookie categories

Your consent preferences are stored in your browser and will be remembered for future visits. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website.

5. Managing Cookies

In addition to using our cookie consent tool, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and may prevent certain features from working properly.

Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices:

  • Font Providers: Google Fonts may set cookies to optimize font delivery
  • CDN Services: Content delivery networks may use cookies for performance optimization

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their cookie practices.

7. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: Stores data locally in your browser (e.g., cookie consent preferences)
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser

These technologies work similarly to cookies and are subject to the same consent requirements.

8. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for varying periods depending on the type:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Cookie Consent Preferences: Retained for 12 months
  • Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months
  • Marketing Cookies: Retention periods vary by provider (typically 30 days to 2 years)

9. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have rights regarding the processing of your personal data through cookies, including:

  • The right to withdraw consent at any time
  • The right to access information about how your data is processed
  • The right to request deletion of your data

For more information about your rights, please see our Privacy Policy.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: response@choglannthunis.world
  • Address: 50 Schildergasse, 50667 Cologne, Germany