This Cookie Policy explains how and why we use cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They do not cause any harm but help us improve the user experience.

What types of cookies do we use?

Necessary cookies:
These cookies are essential for the technical operation of the website. Without them, you could not navigate the site or use basic functions. They do not store personal data and are usually set automatically when you use the website.

Optional cookies (statistics & marketing):
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., which articles are popular) or serve to personalize content and, where applicable, display advertising. Important: such cookies are only used if you have explicitly given your consent. This happens via the cookie banner you saw during your first visit.

Changing your cookie settings

You can decide at any time which cookies you allow. Simply click on “Cookie settings” (usually found in the footer of the website). There you can enable or disable categories of cookies (e.g., statistics or marketing). You can also change or withdraw your decision at any time. As soon as you make changes, our system will respect your choice and block or delete the relevant cookies.

Storage and lifetime

Some cookies (mainly necessary ones) are stored only for the duration of your session and are deleted once you close your browser (session cookies). Others remain stored on your device for a defined period so we can recognize you on your next visit (persistent cookies). In the cookie settings you can see, if needed, how long individual cookies are stored. You will also find further details there (name, purpose, provider).

Third-party cookies

Occasionally, we may use services from third parties that set their own cookies. An example is Google Analytics (for anonymous statistics) or embedded content such as YouTube videos. In such cases, we inform you in our Privacy Policy and, if required, obtain your prior consent. You can also control these cookies via the cookie banner. We make sure that well-known third-party cookies can also be declined and are not activated without your consent.

Further information

You can find more details about cookies and data processing in our Privacy Policy. If you have additional questions, you may contact us at any time (see contact details in the Legal Notice or Privacy Policy). Transparency is important to us, and we are happy to explain what we do.

Note: You can also disable cookies entirely in your browser settings. In most browsers, you can define which cookies are accepted and which are not. However, please note that our website may not function properly if necessary cookies are blocked.

By continuing to use our website – after making your selection in the cookie banner – you agree to the use of the cookies you have chosen.