Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 26, 2024
Maenda Media uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This cookie policy explains what cookies are, how we use them and what your options are. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login details.
There are different types of cookies:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that disappear when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or are deleted
- First-party cookies: Cookies placed directly by our website
- Third-party cookies: Cookies placed by third parties (e.g. analytics)
2. Which cookies do we use?
2.1. Necessary cookies (Functional)
These cookies are essential for the website to function. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Keeps track of your session | Session |
| csrf_token | Secures forms | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers cookie preferences | 1 year |
| theme | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
You cannot disable these cookies because the website will not work properly.
2.2. Functional cookies (Preferences)
These cookies remember your preferences and make your use of the website easier.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
| dashboard_layout | Remembers dashboard settings | 6 months |
2.3. Analytical cookies (Statistics)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. We use this information to improve the website.
| Service | Purpose | Privacy |
|---|---|---|
| Own analytics | Measuring visitor behavior and website performance | Statistics without IP address; only while you are on the site is your IP held in a list that is erased afterwards |
Please note: We do not use Google Analytics or other third-party analytics tools that share your data with third parties. Our analytics are completely privacy-friendly and comply with the GDPR.
2.4. Marketing cookies
We currently do not use marketing or tracking cookies.
If we want to use marketing cookies in the future, we will first explicitly ask for your consent via a cookie banner.
3. Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies for various purposes:
- Technical: To make the website function properly and keep you logged in
- User-friendliness: To remember your preferences such as language and theme
- Security: To protect our website against abuse and attacks
- Analysis: To understand how our website is used and improve it
4. How can you manage cookies?
Via your browser
You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Most browsers allow cookies by default, but you can adjust this:
Consequences of refusing cookies
If you refuse or delete all cookies, some parts of the website may not work properly. For example, you may not be able to:
- Log in to your account
- Save your preferences
- Use certain features
Do Not Track
We respect the "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals from browsers. If you have DNT enabled, we will not place analytical cookies.
5. Other tracking technologies
In addition to cookies, we also use:
- Cookieless visitor counting: We measure visitor numbers with our own counter, without storing anything on your device and without a third party — see the privacy policy
- Local Storage: For storing preferences in your browser
- Session Storage: For temporary storage during your visit
- Server logs: We log IP addresses for security purposes (retained for 30 days)
6. External services
Our website may contain links to external websites, such as:
- Social media platforms
- Payment services
- Partner websites
These external websites have their own cookie policy. We are not responsible for cookies placed by these websites.
7. Changes to this cookie policy
We may adjust this cookie policy from time to time. The latest version can always be found on this page. Check this page regularly for any changes.
Last updated: October 26, 2024
8. Privacy and personal data
Some cookies contain personal data. For more information about how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
Questions about cookies?
Do you have questions about this cookie policy or how we use cookies? Please contact us.
Maenda Media
E-mail: hallo@maenda.media