Use of cookies
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a piece of information saved on your computer by a website you visit. Cookies usually store your settings and preferences for the website, such as your preferred language or address. Later, when you open the same website again, your browser sends back the cookies that belong to it. This allows the website to show information tailored to your browsing needs. Personal information such as your name or email address can only be stored if you allow it. Websites cannot access information you have not given them and cannot access other files on your computer or mobile device. Although storing and sending cookies is not visible to you by default, you can change your browser settings and choose whether to accept or reject requests to store cookies, delete stored cookies automatically when you close the browser, and so on.
How can I disable cookies?
By disabling cookies you decide whether to allow cookies to be stored on your computer or mobile device. Cookie settings can be controlled and configured in your web browser. If you disable cookies, you may not be able to use some website features.
What are session cookies?
Temporary or session cookies are removed from your computer when you close the browser. Websites use them to store temporary data, such as items in a shopping cart.
What are persistent cookies?
Persistent or stored cookies remain on your computer after you close the browser. Websites use them to store data such as your login name and password, so you do not have to log in every time you visit. Persistent cookies stay on your computer for days, months or even years.
What are first-party cookies?
First-party cookies come from the website you are viewing and can be persistent or temporary. They allow websites to store data that will be used again on your next visit.
What are third-party cookies?
Third-party cookies come from advertisements of other websites (such as pop-ups or other ads) shown on the website you are viewing. Websites use them to track internet use for marketing purposes.
Does this website use cookies?
Yes, primarily so that our website can offer you a better user experience.
Which cookies does this website use and why?
Session cookies expire (and are deleted automatically) when you close your browser. We use session cookies to improve your experience during your visit.
Persistent cookies usually have an expiry date far in the future and stay in your browser until they expire or you delete them manually. We use persistent cookies to better understand users' habits so that we can improve the website accordingly. However, the data collected in this way cannot be used to identify you, and it is used for statistical purposes only.
Are there third-party cookies on the website?
Several external services store limited cookies. These cookies are not set by this website, but some are needed for certain features that make it easier for users to access content. The data protection information you read here therefore applies only to this website, and the data protection practices of external services should be checked on their official websites. We currently use:
Visitor analytics
This website uses the Google Analytics visitor measurement service. The data collected in this way cannot be used to identify users either, and it is used for statistical purposes only. If you want to prevent this service from storing cookies, you can read how to do so at this link:
Google Analytics
More information on disabling cookies
There are currently several websites where you can disable cookie storage for various services. You can find out more at the following links:
http://www.allaboutcookies.org
http://www.youronlinechoices.eu