Cookie Policy for Platform Usage

Protecting your privacy and transparency about the technologies we use are central components of our service philosophy. This Cookie Policy explains in detail how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our services. By using these technologies, we can ensure the functionality of our website, optimize the user experience, and understand how visitors interact with our content.

What are cookies and why are they used?

Definition and Technical Functionality

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. These files contain a characteristic string that allows for unique identification of the browser when the website is revisited. They serve to make the user experience more efficient by remembering your preferences and settings, so you don't have to re-enter them with each visit.

Purpose of Data Collection through Cookies

We use these technologies to ensure the security of our platform, monitor performance, and provide personalized content. Without certain cookies, access to protected areas or the use of specific interactive functions would not be technically possible. It also helps us to ensure the stability of systems in the Austria region.

Categories of Cookies Used

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the website. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas of the website, and compliance with legal security standards. Since the website cannot function properly without these cookies, no explicit consent is required for their use, but we hereby transparently inform you of their necessity.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website – for example, which pages are most frequently visited or if error messages occur. This data is aggregated and thus processed anonymously. It is used exclusively to improve the structure, navigation, and content of the website. We do not use this data to personally identify you.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable a website to store information already provided (such as usernames, language selection, or your location) and to offer the user improved, more personalized functions. They also support the integration of multimedia content and ensure a consistent presentation across different sessions.

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Where applicable, these cookies are used to make advertisements more relevant to the user and to tailor them to their interests. They are also used to limit the frequency of an ad's appearance and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. We only use these cookies after your explicit consent.

Cookie Consent and Preference Management

Our Approach to Consent

When you first visit our platform, a cookie banner will be displayed informing you about the use of cookies. Here you have the option to actively consent to the use of non-essential cookies or to reject them. You can revoke or adjust your choice at any time via the settings on our website.

Impact of Rejection

Please note that rejecting certain categories of cookies may impair the functionality of the website. Certain interactive elements or personalized services may not be fully available if technical cookies are blocked.

Managing Cookies via Browser Settings

Regardless of our internal settings, all common web browsers offer the option to manage cookies generally. You can configure your browser to:

H4: Review and Deletion

You can delete all existing cookies on your device. However, this also removes saved logins and individual website settings, which may limit convenience on future visits.

H4: Blocking Third Parties

You can specifically block only third-party cookies, while first-party cookies are still allowed. This is a common method to prevent tracking by advertising networks.

H4: Notification Function

The browser informs you every time a website wants to set a cookie, so you can decide individually. This offers maximum control but can disrupt the navigation flow.

Use of Cookies by Third Parties

In some cases, we integrate content from external service providers (e.g., analytics tools or social media). These third-party providers may set their own cookies to track interaction with their content. We do not have direct access to the data collected by these third-party cookies. We recommend that you consult the respective privacy policies of these partners to learn more about their data processing practices.

Updates to this Policy

We reserve the right to occasionally adjust this Cookie Policy to account for technical developments or legal changes in the EU and Austria. The date of the last update will always be noted at the end of the document. We recommend that you visit this page regularly to stay informed about the current status.

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