Cookie Policy
About This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them, the types of cookies we use, i.e., the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used, and how to manage the cookie settings. For more information on how we use, store, and keep your personal data secure, please see our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are used to store small pieces of information. They are stored on your device when the website is loaded on your browser. These cookies help us make the website function properly, make it more secure, provide better user experience, understand how the website performs, and analyze what works and where it needs improvement.
How Do We Use Cookies?
Like most online services, our website uses first-party and third-party cookies for several purposes. First-party cookies are mostly necessary for the website to function properly, and they do not collect any of your personally identifiable data. The third-party cookies used on our website are mainly for understanding how the website performs, how you interact with our website, keeping our services secure, providing advertisements that are relevant to you, and all in all providing you with a better and improved user experience and help speed up your future interactions with our website.
What Types of Cookies Do We Use?
Essential Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. These cookies enable basic functions such as security, network management, and accessibility. You can disable these by changing your browser settings, but this may affect how the website functions.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Temporary cookies that store your session data during your visit | Until browser closes |
| Security Cookies | Protection against fraudulent activities and security improvement | Variable |
| Cloudflare Web Analytics (cookieless) | Privacy-compliant web analytics without cookies or personal data collection. No IP addresses are stored, fully GDPR compliant. Operated by Cloudflare, Inc. Based on our legitimate interest according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR Not required as no personal data is collected | No cookies |
| Cloudflare Turnstile (cookieless) | Privacy-preserving bot protection and security verification. Prevents automated abuse without tracking users. No cookies are set. Based on our legitimate interest in website security according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR Required for form submissions | No cookies |
| Matomo Analytics (cookieless) | Privacy-friendly web analytics without cookies to improve website performance. Data is anonymized and stored on our own servers in the EU. No cookies are set. Based on our legitimate interest according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR Opt-out via Do-Not-Track setting in your browser | No cookies |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies don't collect information that identifies a visitor. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. It is only used to improve how the website works.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) | Analysis of website traffic and user behavior. Provider is Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland. IP anonymization is activated. Data may be transmitted to Google servers in the USA. Based on your consent according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR You can opt out at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout | _ga (2 years), _gid (24 hours), _gat (1 minute) |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Language Settings | Stores your preferred language | 1 year |
| User Preferences | Stores your settings and preferences | 1 year |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LinkedIn Insight Tag (li_sugr, UserMatchHistory, bcookie) | Conversion tracking and retargeting for LinkedIn advertising campaigns. Provider is LinkedIn Corporation, 1000 W Maude Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA. Based on your consent according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR You can opt out at https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out | li_sugr (90 days), UserMatchHistory (30 days), bcookie (2 years) |
How Can I Control Cookie Settings?
Browser Settings
You can set your cookie preferences directly in your own browser and, for example, block third-party cookies. Browser settings also allow you to delete all cookies that are already stored on your computer. Note, however, that you may lose some features of our website if you completely disable cookies.
Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of certain tracking services:
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to consent to the use of cookies. You can withdraw your consent at any time by changing your browser settings or contacting us.
Legal Basis
The legal basis for using cookies depends on the type of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: These are used based on our legitimate interest according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR, as they are technically necessary for operating the website.
- Analytics and Marketing Cookies: These are only used with your explicit consent according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR in conjunction with § 25 para. 1 TDDDG.
According to § 25 TDDDG, consent is required for storing information on the end user's terminal equipment or accessing information already stored, unless this is absolutely necessary for providing a service explicitly requested by the user.
Data Transfer
Some of our cookie providers may transfer data to countries outside the European Economic Area. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Consent Management
We use a cookie banner to obtain your consent. This banner appears on your first visit to our website and offers you the following options:
- Accept All: You consent to all cookie categories
- Essential Only: Only technically required cookies are set
- Customize: You can select individual cookie categories
Your consent is documented and can be revoked or adjusted at any time via the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer. Consent is valid for a maximum of 12 months and will then be requested again.
Legal Consequences of Violations
Violations of cookie regulations can be punished with fines of up to EUR 300,000 under § 28 TDDDG. In case of simultaneous GDPR violations, additional fines of up to EUR 20 million or 4% of global annual revenue may be imposed.
Contact
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us. Full contact details can be found in our imprint.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Last Updated: August 2025