1.Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Cookicutter (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.cookicutter.com (the “Website”). This policy is formulated in full compliance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG), and the German Telecommunications and Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG).
By accessing our Website, you are informed of how we deploy cookies in accordance with European and German legal frameworks.
2.Definition of Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed onto your computer, smartphone, or other electronic device when you visit our Website. They are utilized to ensure proper site operation, retain user preferences, and provide analytical data to site operators.
3.User Consent and Control Mechanism
In strict adherence to EU and German privacy laws:
Prior Opt-In Consent: Non-essential cookies are never set automatically upon your arrival. Non-essential cookies are only activated after you have explicitly given your consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our cookie banner.
Freedom of Choice: You maintain full discretion to manage or decline specific cookie categories via the cookie banner preference settings.
Revocation of Consent: You retain the right to alter or withdraw your consent at any time through the cookie configuration tools on our Website, or by modifying your internet browser parameters.
4.Categories of Cookies and Storage Durations
According to German and European regulatory frameworks, the categories of cookies used on our Website and their corresponding storage periods are defined as follows:
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies: Essential cookies are required for fundamental Website operations, session security, and basic navigation. Under the TTDSG, these cookies do not require prior consent. Retention Period: These cookies are deleted at the close of your browser session (session cookies) or stored for a maximum period of 12 months for technical security recognition.
Functional Cookies: Functional cookies remember user choices and configuration preferences, such as selected language or region settings. These are stored only after your explicit approval on our cookie banner. Retention Period: These cookies are retained for periods ranging from 30 days up to 12 months, unless manually cleared from your browser prior to expiration.
Analytical and Performance Cookies: Analytical cookies gather aggregated usage metrics to help us evaluate site performance and refine browsing functionality. Deployment occurs exclusively upon your explicit consent. Retention Period: These cookies are stored for a maximum period of 24 months.
5.Third-Party Payment Processing Cookies
Payment operations on our Website are processed through Stripe to manage transaction execution and maintain security protocols.
Stripe Cookie Functionality: During the checkout process, strictly necessary third-party cookies managed by Stripe may be placed on your device to verify transaction authenticity, assist in fraud prevention, and help maintain payment session integrity.
Governance: Third-party cookies handled by Stripe remain governed by Stripe’s privacy and cookie frameworks, structured to protect financial information during transmission.
6.Managing Cookies via Browser Preferences
Most web browsers accept cookies by default. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies or receive notifications prior to cookie storage. Disabling essential cookies may impair core functionality on the Website.
Google Chrome: Settings -> Privacy and security -> Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options -> Privacy & Security -> Cookies and Site Data
Apple Safari: Preferences -> Privacy -> Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings -> Cookies and site permissions
7.Company Identity and Contact Details
If you have inquiries regarding this Cookie Policy or data protection practices on our Website, please reach out to us:
Brand Name: Cookicutter
Website Domain: www.cookicutter.com
Company: SSP Konsumgüter TRADE & CONSULT GmbH
Address: Philipp-Reis-Str. 15 B3/B4, 63128, Dietzenbach
Phone: +4917620374072
Email: cutter@cookicutter.com