Cookie Policy

With this cookie policy, we would like to explain what cookies and cookie-like technologies are, how we and other service providers use them on this website, what information they collect, for how long, and for what purposes we use them.

Table of Contents

• Website administrator
• Addition to the privacy policy
• Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are used to store information about your browsing activity, such as the pages you visit, the items you add to your shopping cart, and your login information. This information is then used to personalize your browsing experience and to provide you with more relevant content and advertisements. Similar technologies, such as web beacons and pixels, are also used to track your browsing activity. Web beacons are small images that are embedded in web pages or emails, and they can be used to track when you open an email or visit a web page. Pixels are small pieces of code that can be used to track your browsing activity on websites and in apps. Cookies and similar technologies are used by websites and online services for a variety of purposes, including: * **Personalization:** To tailor content and advertisements to your interests. * **Authentication:** To keep you logged in to websites and services. * **Analytics:** To understand how users interact with websites and services. * **Marketing:** To track the effectiveness of advertisements and marketing campaigns. While cookies and similar technologies can enhance your online experience, they also raise privacy concerns. Some users are concerned about the amount of data that is collected about them and how that data is used. If you are concerned about your privacy, you can take steps to limit the use of cookies and similar technologies, such as adjusting your browser settings or using privacy-focused browsers and extensions.
• The legal basis for setting and reading cookies, particularly in the European Union and under regulations like the GDPR, primarily stems from the requirement for **consent**. Here's a breakdown of the key legal principles: * **General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):** * **Article 6 (Lawfulness of processing):** This regulation outlines the lawful bases for processing personal data. For cookies that collect or use personal data (which most do, especially if they track users or collect identifying information, even indirectly), the most relevant lawful basis is **consent**. * **Article 7 (Conditions for consent):** This article is crucial. It states that consent must be **freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous**. This means: * **Freely given:** Users must have a genuine choice and not be forced to consent for a service to function. * **Specific:** Consent should be obtained for specific purposes. A blanket "accept all" for all types of cookies is generally not considered specific enough. * **Informed:** Users must be clearly informed about what data is being collected, why it's being collected, who it will be shared with, and how long it will be stored. This is typically done through a clear and comprehensive privacy policy and cookie notice. * **Unambiguous:** Consent requires a clear affirmative action from the user. Pre-ticked boxes, inactivity, or scrolling are generally *not* considered valid forms of consent. A click (like a "Accept Cookies" button) or a specific choice made by the user is usually required. * **Recital 32:** This recites the GDPR's stance on cookies, emphasizing that storing information on or accessing information from a user's terminal equipment (like a computer or mobile device) is only lawful if the user has given his or her **consent** after being provided with clear and comprehensive information. * **ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC, as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC):** * This directive, often referred to as the "cookie law," specifically addresses privacy in the electronic communications sector, including the use of cookies. * **Article 5(3):** This article requires that storing or gaining access to information already stored in the terminal equipment of a subscriber or user is only permitted on condition that the subscriber or user concerned has given their **consent**. * While the GDPR provides the overarching framework for consent for personal data processing, the ePrivacy Directive specifically targets the act of storing and accessing information on a user's device. The GDPR's requirements for consent also apply to the ePrivacy Directive's stipulations. **In essence, for most cookies that collect personal data or are not strictly necessary for the basic functioning of the website:** * **Consent is the primary legal basis.** * This consent must be **opt-in** (the user actively agrees) and meet the criteria of being freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. **Exceptions (Strictly Necessary Cookies):** There are sometimes exceptions for cookies that are **strictly necessary** for the operation of a website or service. These might include: * Session cookies essential for login. * Shopping cart cookies. * Cookies used for website security. For these strictly necessary cookies, the legal basis might be considered **legitimate interests** (as per Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR) or the performance of a contract, as they are fundamental to providing the service the user has requested. However, even then, transparency is key, and users should still be informed about their presence. **Other Jurisdictions:** While the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive are highly influential, other jurisdictions have their own laws regarding online tracking and data privacy, which may have similar or different requirements for cookie consent. For example, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its amendments (CPRA) have a different approach, focusing more on notice and opt-out rights for the sale or sharing of personal information, although consent for certain activities might still be implicitly or explicitly required.
• What rights does the website visitor have?
• Here's how to manage cookies in a browser: Cookies are small text files that websites store on your computer to remember information about you, like your login details, preferences, or items in your shopping cart. Managing them involves understanding what they are, how to view them, and how to control their behavior. **1. Understanding Cookie Types:** * **First-party cookies:** These are set by the website you are currently visiting. They are generally used to improve your experience on that specific site (e.g., remembering your language preference). * **Third-party cookies:** These are set by domains other than the one you are currently visiting. They are often used by advertisers to track your browsing behavior across multiple websites for targeted advertising. Many browsers are increasingly blocking these by default. **2. How to View and Manage Cookies in Popular Browsers:** The exact steps can vary slightly depending on your browser and its version, but the general process is similar. You'll typically find cookie settings within your browser's privacy or security options. **Google Chrome:** 1. Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner. 2. Select "Settings." 3. In the left-hand menu, click "Privacy and security." 4. Click "Cookies and other site data." * **See all cookies and site data:** Allows you to view a list of all cookies stored by websites. You can search for specific sites and delete individual cookies or all cookies. * **Block third-party cookies:** You can choose to block all third-party cookies, block them only in Incognito mode, or allow them. * **Clear browsing data:** This option allows you to clear cookies and other site data for a specific time range. **Mozilla Firefox:** 1. Click the three horizontal lines (hamburger menu) in the top-right corner. 2. Select "Settings" (or "Preferences" on older versions). 3. In the left-hand menu, click "Privacy & Security." 4. Scroll down to the "Cookies and Site Data" section. * **Manage Data...:** This button lets you view and delete cookies and site data on a per-website basis. * **Block third-party cookies:** You can choose from "Standard," "Strict," "Custom." "Strict" will block most third-party trackers. * **Clear Data...:** Similar to Chrome's "Clear browsing data," this allows you to remove cookies and other cached web content. **Microsoft Edge:** 1. Click the three horizontal dots in the top-right corner. 2. Select "Settings." 3. In the left-hand menu, click "Cookies and site permissions." 4. Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data." * **See all cookies and site data:** Lets you view and delete cookies from specific sites. * **Block third-party cookies:** You can toggle this option on or off. * **Clear browsing data:** Here you can choose to clear cookies and other browsing data by selecting a time range. **Apple Safari (macOS):** 1. Open Safari. 2. In the menu bar at the top of the screen, click "Safari," then select "Preferences..." 3. Click the "Privacy" tab. * **Block all cookies:** This is a more drastic option that can break some websites. * **Manage Website Data...:** Allows you to see which websites have stored data and remove it individually or all at once. * **Prevent cross-site tracking:** This is enabled by default and aims to block third-party cookies used for tracking. **3. General Ways to Manage Cookies:** * **Delete Cookies:** You can choose to delete all cookies stored by websites or delete cookies for specific websites. Deleting cookies will log you out of websites and reset your preferences. * **Block Cookies:** You can configure your browser to block all cookies, or specifically block third-party cookies. Blocking all cookies can disrupt website functionality. * **Allow Cookies:** Most browsers have an "Allow cookies" option, which is often the default setting. * **Clear Cookies on Exit:** Some browsers allow you to set cookies to be deleted automatically when you close the browser. This offers a good balance between convenience and privacy for session-specific information. * **Incognito/Private Browsing Mode:** When you use incognito or private browsing mode, your browser typically doesn't save cookies or browsing history for that session, and they are deleted when you close the private window. **Why Manage Cookies?** * **Privacy:** Third-party cookies are often used to track your online activity for advertising purposes. Blocking them can enhance your privacy. * **Security:** While rare, malicious cookies can exist. Regularly clearing your cookies can help mitigate these risks. * **Performance:** Over time, a large number of cookies can consume disk space, though this is rarely a significant issue on modern computers. * **Troubleshooting:** Sometimes, corrupted cookies can cause website issues. Clearing them can resolve these problems. By understanding these settings and options, you can effectively manage cookies in your browser to strike a balance between website functionality, convenience, and your online privacy.
• There are many types of cookies, including: * **Chocolate Chip:** Classic cookies with chocolate chips. * **Oatmeal Raisin:** Cookies made with oatmeal and raisins. * **Peanut Butter:** Cookies with a distinct peanut butter flavor, often with a crisscross pattern on top. * **Sugar Cookies:** Simple, sweet cookies, often decorated for holidays. * **Shortbread:** A firm, buttery cookie, originally from Scotland. * **Gingerbread:** Cookies flavored with ginger and molasses, often shaped into people or houses. * **Macarons:** Delicate, meringue-based cookies made with egg whites, sugar, and almond flour, with a creamy filling. * **Biscotti:** Twice-baked Italian cookies, known for their crisp texture and often containing nuts or dried fruit. * **Snickerdoodles:** Sugar cookies rolled in cinnamon and sugar before baking. * **Anzac Biscuits:** Australian and New Zealand cookies made with rolled oats, flour, sugar, butter, golden syrup, and bicarbonate of soda. * **Fortune Cookies:** Crispy, folded cookies with a paper "fortune" inside, commonly served in Chinese restaurants in the United States. * **Wafer Cookies:** Thin, crisp cookies, often layered with cream or frosting. * **Butter Cookies:** Rich, buttery cookies that are often simple in flavor. * **Madeleines:** Small French sponge cakes with a distinctive shell shape.
• Who can set cookies on this website?
• What cookies does this website use?

Website administrator

• Provider: impuls.news, Austria
• Email: kontakt@impuls.news

Addition to the privacy policy

This cookie policy is a supplement to this website's Privacy Policy. The cookie policy specifies how a website uses cookies and what data it collects through them, while the privacy policy is a more comprehensive overview of all data processing activities on the website and beyond.

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are used to store information about your browsing activity, such as the pages you visit, the items you add to your shopping cart, and your login information. This information is then used to personalize your browsing experience and to provide you with more relevant content and advertisements. Similar technologies, such as web beacons and pixels, are also used to track your browsing activity. Web beacons are small images that are embedded in web pages or emails, and they can be used to track when you open an email or visit a web page. Pixels are small pieces of code that can be used to track your browsing activity on websites and in apps. Cookies and similar technologies are used by websites and online services for a variety of purposes, including: * **Personalization:** To tailor content and advertisements to your interests. * **Authentication:** To keep you logged in to websites and services. * **Analytics:** To understand how users interact with websites and services. * **Marketing:** To track the effectiveness of advertisements and marketing campaigns. While cookies and similar technologies can enhance your online experience, they also raise privacy concerns. Some users are concerned about the amount of data that is collected about them and how that data is used. If you are concerned about your privacy, you can take steps to limit the use of cookies and similar technologies, such as adjusting your browser settings or using privacy-focused browsers and extensions.

Cookies are small pieces of information, similar to text files, that can be stored and accessed on your end device. They serve various purposes, including maintaining essential website functionalities, ensuring security and privacy, offering optional website features, collecting statistical data on visitor traffic, and supporting marketing systems. Practical examples of information stored in cookies include login status for user accounts, the contents of shopping carts on e-commerce platforms, or a user ID for tracking website behavior.

The information can technically be stored in various ways. The best-known examples of this are HTTP cookies and cookie-like technologies such as local storage, session storage, or IndexedDB. Each type of storage has different properties, which determine the technical handling, accessibility, and controllers authorized to access the information. All these types of storage are typically summarized under the term "cookies" and are therefore referred to as such in this cookie policy.

The legal basis for setting and reading cookies, particularly in the European Union and under regulations like the GDPR, primarily stems from the requirement for **consent**. Here's a breakdown of the key legal principles: * **General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):** * **Article 6 (Lawfulness of processing):** This regulation outlines the lawful bases for processing personal data. For cookies that collect or use personal data (which most do, especially if they track users or collect identifying information, even indirectly), the most relevant lawful basis is **consent**. * **Article 7 (Conditions for consent):** This article is crucial. It states that consent must be **freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous**. This means: * **Freely given:** Users must have a genuine choice and not be forced to consent for a service to function. * **Specific:** Consent should be obtained for specific purposes. A blanket "accept all" for all types of cookies is generally not considered specific enough. * **Informed:** Users must be clearly informed about what data is being collected, why it's being collected, who it will be shared with, and how long it will be stored. This is typically done through a clear and comprehensive privacy policy and cookie notice. * **Unambiguous:** Consent requires a clear affirmative action from the user. Pre-ticked boxes, inactivity, or scrolling are generally *not* considered valid forms of consent. A click (like a "Accept Cookies" button) or a specific choice made by the user is usually required. * **Recital 32:** This recites the GDPR's stance on cookies, emphasizing that storing information on or accessing information from a user's terminal equipment (like a computer or mobile device) is only lawful if the user has given his or her **consent** after being provided with clear and comprehensive information. * **ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC, as amended by Directive 2009/136/EC):** * This directive, often referred to as the "cookie law," specifically addresses privacy in the electronic communications sector, including the use of cookies. * **Article 5(3):** This article requires that storing or gaining access to information already stored in the terminal equipment of a subscriber or user is only permitted on condition that the subscriber or user concerned has given their **consent**. * While the GDPR provides the overarching framework for consent for personal data processing, the ePrivacy Directive specifically targets the act of storing and accessing information on a user's device. The GDPR's requirements for consent also apply to the ePrivacy Directive's stipulations. **In essence, for most cookies that collect personal data or are not strictly necessary for the basic functioning of the website:** * **Consent is the primary legal basis.** * This consent must be **opt-in** (the user actively agrees) and meet the criteria of being freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. **Exceptions (Strictly Necessary Cookies):** There are sometimes exceptions for cookies that are **strictly necessary** for the operation of a website or service. These might include: * Session cookies essential for login. * Shopping cart cookies. * Cookies used for website security. For these strictly necessary cookies, the legal basis might be considered **legitimate interests** (as per Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR) or the performance of a contract, as they are fundamental to providing the service the user has requested. However, even then, transparency is key, and users should still be informed about their presence. **Other Jurisdictions:** While the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive are highly influential, other jurisdictions have their own laws regarding online tracking and data privacy, which may have similar or different requirements for cookie consent. For example, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its amendments (CPRA) have a different approach, focusing more on notice and opt-out rights for the sale or sharing of personal information, although consent for certain activities might still be implicitly or explicitly required.

The setting and reading of cookies in the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) is in accordance with Art. 5 (3) ePrivacy Directive and Recital 66 ePrivacy Directive only permitted if a user has given his consent on the basis of comprehensive information about the purposes of the processing. The website operator may also set cookies if they are strictly necessary to provide you as a user with the expressly requested service, e.g. the basic content of this website or other strictly necessary cookies for basic functionality of the website to be displayed to you without your consent.

What rights does the website visitor have?

Services and their cookies can be set and read on the legal basis of your consent or a legitimate interest. When you first visited this website, you were asked for your consent and you had the opportunity to object to the use of certain services. We explained which legal basis is used for which service in our consent dialog.

You have the right to view your decision history, change your privacy settings, object to the use of services, and withdraw your consent at any time. Below, you will find options for exercising your rights:

• Update privacy settings
• Privacy Settings History
• Revoke consents

Here's how to manage cookies in a browser: Cookies are small text files that websites store on your computer to remember information about you, like your login details, preferences, or items in your shopping cart. Managing them involves understanding what they are, how to view them, and how to control their behavior. **1. Understanding Cookie Types:** * **First-party cookies:** These are set by the website you are currently visiting. They are generally used to improve your experience on that specific site (e.g., remembering your language preference). * **Third-party cookies:** These are set by domains other than the one you are currently visiting. They are often used by advertisers to track your browsing behavior across multiple websites for targeted advertising. Many browsers are increasingly blocking these by default. **2. How to View and Manage Cookies in Popular Browsers:** The exact steps can vary slightly depending on your browser and its version, but the general process is similar. You'll typically find cookie settings within your browser's privacy or security options. **Google Chrome:** 1. Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner. 2. Select "Settings." 3. In the left-hand menu, click "Privacy and security." 4. Click "Cookies and other site data." * **See all cookies and site data:** Allows you to view a list of all cookies stored by websites. You can search for specific sites and delete individual cookies or all cookies. * **Block third-party cookies:** You can choose to block all third-party cookies, block them only in Incognito mode, or allow them. * **Clear browsing data:** This option allows you to clear cookies and other site data for a specific time range. **Mozilla Firefox:** 1. Click the three horizontal lines (hamburger menu) in the top-right corner. 2. Select "Settings" (or "Preferences" on older versions). 3. In the left-hand menu, click "Privacy & Security." 4. Scroll down to the "Cookies and Site Data" section. * **Manage Data...:** This button lets you view and delete cookies and site data on a per-website basis. * **Block third-party cookies:** You can choose from "Standard," "Strict," "Custom." "Strict" will block most third-party trackers. * **Clear Data...:** Similar to Chrome's "Clear browsing data," this allows you to remove cookies and other cached web content. **Microsoft Edge:** 1. Click the three horizontal dots in the top-right corner. 2. Select "Settings." 3. In the left-hand menu, click "Cookies and site permissions." 4. Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data." * **See all cookies and site data:** Lets you view and delete cookies from specific sites. * **Block third-party cookies:** You can toggle this option on or off. * **Clear browsing data:** Here you can choose to clear cookies and other browsing data by selecting a time range. **Apple Safari (macOS):** 1. Open Safari. 2. In the menu bar at the top of the screen, click "Safari," then select "Preferences..." 3. Click the "Privacy" tab. * **Block all cookies:** This is a more drastic option that can break some websites. * **Manage Website Data...:** Allows you to see which websites have stored data and remove it individually or all at once. * **Prevent cross-site tracking:** This is enabled by default and aims to block third-party cookies used for tracking. **3. General Ways to Manage Cookies:** * **Delete Cookies:** You can choose to delete all cookies stored by websites or delete cookies for specific websites. Deleting cookies will log you out of websites and reset your preferences. * **Block Cookies:** You can configure your browser to block all cookies, or specifically block third-party cookies. Blocking all cookies can disrupt website functionality. * **Allow Cookies:** Most browsers have an "Allow cookies" option, which is often the default setting. * **Clear Cookies on Exit:** Some browsers allow you to set cookies to be deleted automatically when you close the browser. This offers a good balance between convenience and privacy for session-specific information. * **Incognito/Private Browsing Mode:** When you use incognito or private browsing mode, your browser typically doesn't save cookies or browsing history for that session, and they are deleted when you close the private window. **Why Manage Cookies?** * **Privacy:** Third-party cookies are often used to track your online activity for advertising purposes. Blocking them can enhance your privacy. * **Security:** While rare, malicious cookies can exist. Regularly clearing your cookies can help mitigate these risks. * **Performance:** Over time, a large number of cookies can consume disk space, though this is rarely a significant issue on modern computers. * **Troubleshooting:** Sometimes, corrupted cookies can cause website issues. Clearing them can resolve these problems. By understanding these settings and options, you can effectively manage cookies in your browser to strike a balance between website functionality, convenience, and your online privacy.

• How to remove cookies in a browser: To remove cookies from your device, you can clear the browsing data in your browser's settings. This action will remove all cookies from all websites you've visited, potentially including saved login details and site preferences. In some browsers, you can delete only the cookies and similar data without deleting your entire browsing history.
• How to control cookies in a browser: For more granular control over cookies specific to certain websites, navigate to the privacy and cookie settings within your used browser. Here, you can adjust preferences related to individual sites' cookie usage.
• How to block cookies in a browser It's possible to configure most modern browsers in their settings to block all cookies from being placed on your device. However, blocking cookies could lead to certain services and functionalities not working correctly, e.g., user logins. You can also use extensions for many browsers that can block cookies from being set on websites.
• How to manage cookies on this website: To tailor your preferences regarding cookies on this website, you can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the link in the "Website Visitor Rights" section.

You can find more information on the handling of cookies devowl.io/rcb/cookie-handling/.

There are many types of cookies, including: * **Chocolate Chip:** Classic cookies with chocolate chips. * **Oatmeal Raisin:** Cookies made with oatmeal and raisins. * **Peanut Butter:** Cookies with a distinct peanut butter flavor, often with a crisscross pattern on top. * **Sugar Cookies:** Simple, sweet cookies, often decorated for holidays. * **Shortbread:** A firm, buttery cookie, originally from Scotland. * **Gingerbread:** Cookies flavored with ginger and molasses, often shaped into people or houses. * **Macarons:** Delicate, meringue-based cookies made with egg whites, sugar, and almond flour, with a creamy filling. * **Biscotti:** Twice-baked Italian cookies, known for their crisp texture and often containing nuts or dried fruit. * **Snickerdoodles:** Sugar cookies rolled in cinnamon and sugar before baking. * **Anzac Biscuits:** Australian and New Zealand cookies made with rolled oats, flour, sugar, butter, golden syrup, and bicarbonate of soda. * **Fortune Cookies:** Crispy, folded cookies with a paper "fortune" inside, commonly served in Chinese restaurants in the United States. * **Wafer Cookies:** Thin, crisp cookies, often layered with cream or frosting. * **Butter Cookies:** Rich, buttery cookies that are often simple in flavor. * **Madeleines:** Small French sponge cakes with a distinctive shell shape.

• Essential cookies are indispensable for the basic functionality of a website and enable functions such as saving login information or access to secure areas of the site. These include, for example, security cookies, which can identify a bot that is not wanted on the website by storing an authentication key in a cookie.
• Functional cookies Enhance the user experience by storing information and preferences, such as language and appearance settings, to provide personalization. This includes, for example, preference cookies that save a user's preferred video quality on a website.
• Statistics cookies collect data about website usage to gain insights into user behavior and optimize site performance. This includes, for example, a randomly assigned user ID that makes it possible to attribute whether you have visited a subpage of the website.
• Marketing cookies are used to track user behavior across different websites and to display personalized advertising based on the interests and surfing behavior of users. This includes, for example, advertising cookies that store an interaction with an advertisement on the website and pass it on to advertisers, or a chat system for pre-sale questions and customer support.

Who can set cookies on this website?

On this website, both the operator of the website and third-party services used on this website may set cookies and access their content. Who can access which cookies and their content differs between first-party and third-party cookies. First-party cookies are created by the visited website and can only be read by the website operator and integrated third-party services on this website. Third-party cookies are typically set by third-party services on other domains. They can be read on all websites where the service controlling the domain is embedded, and are used, for example, by advertising networks to track user behavior across different websites and offer personalized advertising.

What cookies does this website use?

The cookie policy was last updated on July 22, 2026.