Cookies

What are cookies and how do they work?

Cookies are small text files that are stored by a website on the user's device to store and track information about their visit. They are fundamental elements of websites and are often used to improve the user experience by saving settings, managing sessions and providing personalized content.

What types of cookies are there?

• Session cookies:
  Temporary cookies that are deleted when the user closes their browser. They are used to identify and store the user during a single session, e.g. when shopping in an online store.
• Persistent cookies:
  These cookies remain stored on the user's device even after the browser is closed and are used every time the user visits the website in question. They help to remember login data and user settings.
• First-party cookies:
  Cookies that are set directly by the website visited and are typically used to improve the functionality of the website.
• Third-party cookies:
  Cookies set by services other than the visited website, often for advertising and tracking purposes. They can track users across different websites.

How are cookies used?

• User experience:
  Storage of user preferences, such as language or layout, to simplify the use of the website.
• Authentication:
  Management of login sessions to ensure that users remain logged in during their visit.
• Analysis:
  Collection of data on user behavior to analyze and improve the performance of the website.

What are the benefits of cookies?

• Improved user experience:
  Simplification of recurring tasks and customization of the website to individual preferences.
• Security features:
  Help secure online transactions and sessions.
• Data analytics:
  Facilitate the collection of user data to improve website performance.

What are the challenges and privacy issues with cookies?

• Privacy:
  Cookies can raise privacy concerns, especially when it comes to tracking user behavior across different websites.
• Consent:
  The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other data protection laws require users to be informed about the use of cookies and to give their consent before non-essential cookies are set.
• Management:
  users have the ability to control and delete cookies via their browser settings, which can make the management and storage of cookies more complex for website operators.

How does CCM19 support cookie management and data protection?

Cookies are divided into two main categories: necessary cookies and non-necessary cookies.

• Necessary cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable basic functions such as navigation on the website and access to secure areas. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
• Non-essential cookies include all cookies that are not required for the basic function of the website. These include cookies that are used for analytical, marketing and personalization purposes. These cookies require the user's consent before they can be set.

To ensure compliance with data protection regulations, in particular the GDPR, website operators can use tools such as CCM19.

What functions does CCM19 offer?

CCM19 offers comprehensive functions for managing cookie banners and consents:

• Cookie banner creation:
  CCM19 enables operators to design user-friendly cookie banners that provide users with clear information about the cookies used and their purposes.
• Consent documentation:
  CCM19 helps to obtain the necessary consent from users for the storage of non-essential cookies. Users can give or deny their consent and have the option to adjust their preferences at any time.
• Categorization of cookies:
  CCM19 supports the categorization of cookies into necessary and non-necessary, making it easier to comply with GDPR requirements.
• Automated updating:
  CCM19 ensures that all legal requirements and changes are automatically taken into account so that the website always remains compliant.

By using CCM19, website operators can increase transparency towards their users, strengthen trust and at the same time meet the legal requirements for obtaining consent for non-essential cookies.

Summary on the topic of cookies

Cookies are an essential part of modern internet use and offer numerous advantages for the user experience and data analysis. At the same time, they pose challenges in terms of data protection and privacy, which can be effectively addressed by using tools such as CCM19 and complying with legal requirements.