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. To the extent personal data is processed, our Privacy Policy applies in addition.
Legal basis: The storage 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 that are 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 classic cookies, comparable technologies (for example Local Storage, pixels, beacons) may also be used.
3. Why we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential: Provision of the website, security, and session management. Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) or (f) GDPR; § 25(2) no. 2 TTDSG.
- Analytics and personalization: Reach measurement, error diagnosis, and usability improvements. Legal basis: your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; § 25(1) TTDSG).
- Marketing (where enabled): Measurement of campaign success. Legal basis: your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; § 25(1) TTDSG).
We only use non-essential technologies if you have given prior consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time with future effect.
4. How you can control cookies
Use our consent manager ("Cookie settings" in the banner or footer) to enable/disable categories or 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 limit functionality. "Do Not Track" signals are not supported consistently across browsers; therefore your consent manager settings take precedence.
Browser help pages: Chrome · Firefox · Safari · Edge · Opera
5. Strictly necessary cookies
These technologies are required 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 personalization
We use Google Analytics (GA4) with IP anonymization to measure reach and improve the website. The provider is Google Ireland Limited. Transfers to third countries (in particular the USA) may occur. 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 can change or withdraw consent at any time in the Consent Manager.
| Name | _ga |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Generates an ID to analyze website usage. |
| Provider | .rattlestork.org |
| Service | Google Analytics — Privacy |
| Type | HTTP-Cookie |
| Expires | ca. 13 Monate |
| Name | _ga_# |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Differentiates 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 any category. We are working with providers on classification 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 are available 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 enabled) serve or measure interest-based advertising, this happens only with your consent. The information used does not identify you directly unless you provide it. You can opt out at any time via our Consent Manager and the industry options listed.
11. Updates to this policy
We update this policy when technologies, legal situations, or our processes change. The date above indicates the current version.
12. Contact
Data controller: RattleStork UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Sternstraße 23, 39104 Magdeburg, Germany
Phone: (+49) 178 681 5219 · Email: rattlestork[at]gmail.com