1. Overview
This Cookie Policy explains how RattleStork UG (limited liability) ("RattleStork", "we") uses cookies and similar technologies when you use rattlestork.org (the "Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them and what options you have. Where personal data is processed in this context, our Privacy Policy also applies.
Legal bases: The storing of information on your device or access to it is governed by § 25 TTDSG. For the subsequent processing of personal data, Articles 6 et seq. of the GDPR apply.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. First-party cookies come from us; third-party cookies come from external services (for example analytics or advertising providers). In addition to traditional cookies, similar technologies may also be used (for example Local Storage, pixels, beacons).
3. Why we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Strictly necessary: Provision of the website, security, session management. Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) and (f) GDPR; § 25(2) No. 2 TTDSG.
- Analytics and customisation: Audience measurement, error diagnosis, usability improvements. Legal basis: your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; § 25(1) TTDSG).
- Marketing (where enabled): Measuring the success of campaigns. Legal basis: your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; § 25(1) TTDSG).
We only use non-essential technologies if you have previously given consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future.
4. How you can control cookies
Use our consent manager ("Cookie settings" in the banner or footer) to enable/disable categories or to withdraw your consent. Essential cookies cannot be turned off because they are strictly necessary for the requested functions.
You can also delete or block cookies in your browser. This may restrict functionality. "Do Not Track" signals are not supported consistently across browsers; therefore your settings in the consent manager are authoritative.
Browser help pages: Chrome · Firefox · Safari · Edge · Opera
5. Essential cookies
These technologies are necessary for core functions (security, consent storage, sessions).
| Name | TERMLY_API_CACHE |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Stores the consent result for improved banner performance. |
| Provider | rattlestork.org |
| Service | Termly — Privacy Policy |
| Type | Local Storage |
| Expires | 1 Jahr |
| Name | csrf_token |
|---|---|
| Purpose | CSRF protection (security). |
| Provider | rattlestork.org |
| Service | Django — Info |
| Type | HTTP-Cookie |
| Expires | 29 Tage |
6. Analytics and customisation
We use Google Analytics (GA4) with IP anonymisation to measure reach and improve the website. The provider is Google Ireland Limited. Data may be transferred to third countries (notably the USA). The basis are the EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) with supplementary safeguards. Legal basis: your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; § 25(1) TTDSG). You may change or withdraw consent at any time in the consent manager.
| Name | _ga |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Generates an ID to analyse website usage. |
| Provider | .rattlestork.org |
| Service | Google Analytics — Privacy |
| Type | HTTP-Cookie |
| Expires | ca. 13 Monate |
| Name | _ga_# |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Distinguishes users and sessions for analytics. |
| Provider | .rattlestork.org |
| Service | Google Analytics — Privacy |
| Type | HTTP-Cookie |
| Expires | ca. 13 Monate |
| Name | allowAnalytics |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Stores your consent preference for analytics. |
| Provider | rattlestork.org |
| Type | Local Storage |
| Expires | persistent |
Note: We do not use profiling for automated individual decision-making and do not intend transfers under Art. 49(1) GDPR.
7. Unclassified cookies
Technologies that are not currently assigned to a category. We are working with providers to classify them and will update this overview.
| Name | __anon_id |
|---|---|
| Provider | rattlestork.org |
| Type | Local Storage |
| Expires | persistent |
8. Other technologies
We may use web beacons/pixels to detect page views or email interactions and to measure campaigns. These features often rely on cookies. If you opt out of non-essential categories, functionality may be limited.
9. Flash cookies / Local Shared Objects
Some websites use "Flash cookies" (Local Shared Objects, LSOs). Management instructions can be found in the Website Storage Settings Panel and in the Global Storage Settings Panel. Restricting LSOs may reduce functionality.
10. Targeted advertising
Where third parties (when activated) serve or measure interest-based advertising, this only occurs with your consent. The information used does not directly identify you unless you provide it. You can opt out at any time via our consent manager and the industry options mentioned.
11. Updates to this policy
We update this policy when technologies, the legal landscape, or our processes change. The date above indicates the current version.
12. Contact
Controller: RattleStork UG (limited liability)
Sternstraße 23, 39104 Magdeburg, Germany
Phone: (+49) 178 681 5219 · Email: rattlestork[at]gmail.com