1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer’s hard drive by your internet browser. They contain code that allows our website to recognize you (or your device) during future visits. Cookies are used for functional, commercial, and statistical purposes, helping us understand how visitors use our site and enabling us to improve our services and marketing.
Cookies are safe to use. They never contain personal information such as your name, phone number, or email address, and cannot be used to contact you directly. We believe it is important that you know which cookies we use and why.
If you prefer not to allow cookies, you can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies and JavaScript. Please note, however, that most websites will not function optimally without cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use three categories of cookies:
- Functional cookies
- Analytical cookies
- Advertising cookies
2.1 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies ensure a safe and user-friendly experience on our website. Since you cannot create an account here, the number of functional cookies is limited compared to platforms like webshops or social media.
Applications include:
- Determining your general location
- Remembering browser settings
- Identifying your device type
- Preventing misuse
These cookies do not require your consent and cannot be disabled.
2.2 Analytical Cookies
Analytical cookies help us improve your experience by collecting visitor statistics. For example, we use Google Analytics to measure how you use our site and how you found us. This data is anonymous and used only to enhance our services. Some cookies expire within seconds, while others last up to two years.
Applications include:
- Counting total visitors
- Measuring visit duration
- Tracking articles read per session
- Monitoring click behavior
- Identifying device type and traffic source
In short, analytical cookies measure user behavior to help us improve.
2.3 Advertising Cookies
Advertising cookies ensure that the ads you see are relevant. Since our service is free, advertisements help us keep it that way. These cookies may be placed by external partners to personalize ads based on your browsing history and interests. Without your consent, only non-personalized ads will be shown.
Applications include:
- Keeping ads unique
- Using browsing history for relevance
- Showing contextual and performance-based ads
External providers: You can manage advertising cookie settings via our privacy settings page.
- Opt out of Google personalized ads: Google Ads Settings
- Opt out of customized ads from other providers: About Ads Choices
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
3. Consent
When you first use our service, you will be asked to agree to our privacy statement and cookie policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time via the privacy settings.
4. Refusing or Deleting Cookies
You can configure your browser to warn you before cookies are set, refuse all cookies, or block third-party cookies. You can also delete cookies already stored. Instructions differ per browser:
- Chrome
- Firefox
- Internet Explorer
- Opera
- Safari
For more guidance, visit: AboutCookies.org
5. Final Remark
We may update this cookie policy at any time without prior notice. Please check this page regularly for the latest version. For questions or comments, feel free to contact us.