Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
We want to be transparent about how driadashop-blog.com collects and uses information when you visit our site. This policy explains what tracking technologies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. We believe in giving you control over your data.
What Are Cookies and How Do They Work?
Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and recognize you when you return. Think of them as digital sticky notes that remind the website about your past visits.
When you access driadashop-blog.com, your browser may store these files locally. They contain information like your language preference, session details, or which pages you've visited. Some expire when you close your browser, while others stick around longer to remember you on future visits.
Types of Tracking We Use
Not all tracking technologies serve the same purpose. We categorize them based on what they do and why we need them. Here's a breakdown of what you'll encounter on our site:
Essential Cookies
These are necessary for the website to function properly. Without them, basic features wouldn't work. You can't opt out of these because the site needs them to operate.
- Maintaining your session while you browse different pages
- Remembering items in your contact form as you navigate
- Ensuring secure connections during data transmission
- Detecting and preventing security threats
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and personalize your experience. They make the site more convenient by keeping track of your preferences.
- Storing your language preference so you don't have to select it each time
- Remembering whether you've dismissed certain notifications
- Keeping track of which resources you've already downloaded
- Maintaining your accessibility settings across sessions
Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our site. We use this information to improve the experience for everyone who comes here.
- Tracking which pages get the most visits and engagement
- Understanding how people navigate through the site
- Identifying technical issues that affect user experience
- Measuring how long visitors spend on different sections
Marketing Cookies
These track your activity to help us show you relevant content. Currently, we use minimal marketing tracking focused on improving our outreach.
- Understanding which content resonates with our German audience
- Measuring effectiveness of our educational outreach
- Remembering which resources you've shown interest in
- Tailoring program recommendations based on browsing patterns
Specific Cookies We Use
Here's a detailed look at the actual tracking technologies active on driadashop-blog.com. We keep this list updated as our technical setup evolves.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your active browsing session and keeps you logged into areas that require authentication | Browser session | Essential |
| csrf_token | Protects forms and data submissions from unauthorized access and cross-site attacks | Browser session | Essential |
| lang_preference | Stores your chosen language setting for consistent experience across visits | 12 months | Functional |
| consent_status | Remembers your cookie preferences so we don't ask repeatedly | 12 months | Functional |
| analytics_session | Tracks page views and navigation patterns to help us improve site structure | 2 hours | Analytics |
| visitor_id | Distinguishes unique visitors for accurate traffic measurement | 24 months | Analytics |
| content_interest | Tracks which mental wellness topics you explore most | 6 months | Marketing |
| program_views | Records which learning programs you've viewed for personalized suggestions | 3 months | Marketing |
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You're in control of which cookies you accept. Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings. Just be aware that blocking essential cookies might prevent certain parts of the site from working properly.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Each browser handles cookies differently. Here's where to find the settings in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Chrome Cookie Settings →Mozilla Firefox
Firefox Cookie Settings →Safari
Safari Cookie Settings →Microsoft Edge
Edge Cookie Settings →Third-Party Tracking Technologies
Some cookies on our site come from external services we use to run the platform effectively. These third parties have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle data.
We work with a limited number of trusted partners who help us provide better service. These include analytics providers that help us understand site performance and communication tools that enable us to respond to your inquiries efficiently.
When you interact with embedded content or external tools on our site, those services may set their own tracking cookies. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies if you have concerns about how they handle data.
Data Retention and Storage
Different cookies stick around for different lengths of time. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain until they expire or you manually delete them.
- Essential security cookies last only during your active session
- Functional preference cookies typically remain for up to one year
- Analytics cookies may persist for up to two years to track long-term trends
- Marketing cookies generally expire after six months unless refreshed
You can clear cookies from your browser at any time. This will remove all stored data, though you'll need to reset your preferences on your next visit.
Changes to This Policy
We update this policy periodically as our practices evolve or regulations change. When we make significant updates, we'll post a notice on the site and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
If you keep using driadashop-blog.com after we post changes, that means you accept the updated terms. We encourage you to check back occasionally to stay informed about how we're handling tracking technologies.
Your Rights Under German and EU Law
As a user in Germany, you have specific rights regarding how your data gets collected and used. You can access the information we've collected, request corrections, or ask us to delete certain data.
- Request a copy of the tracking data associated with your visits
- Ask us to stop using certain types of non-essential cookies
- Withdraw consent for marketing and analytics tracking at any time
- Lodge a complaint with German data protection authorities if you have concerns
We take these rights seriously and respond to requests within the timeframes required by law. Most requests get handled within 30 days, though complex situations might take a bit longer.
Questions About Our Cookie Practices?
Reach out if you need clarification about how we use tracking technologies or want to exercise your data rights. We're here to help and take transparency seriously.