This Cookie Policy explains how Walter Hofmann - Lightning Protection Systems GmbH (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored by websites on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile device) to store certain information about your use of the website. They help keep the website functional and improve your user experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Technically Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name: cookie-consent
Purpose: Stores your cookie settings
Storage Duration: 1 year
Type: First-party cookie

Cookie Name: language-preference
Purpose: Stores your language selection
Storage Duration: 30 days
Type: First-party cookie

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.

Cookie Name: form-data
Purpose: Temporary storage of form data during input
Storage Duration: Session
Type: First-party cookie

3. Analytics Cookies (optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.

Provider: Google Analytics (if enabled)
Cookie Names: _ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat
Purpose: Analysis of user behavior, website improvement
Storage Duration: Up to 2 years
Type: Third-party cookie
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

External Services and Their Cookies

Google Fonts

When loading Google Fonts, the following cookies may be set:

Provider: Google Ireland Limited
Cookie Names: NID, 1P_JAR
Purpose: Personalization and security
Storage Duration: Up to 6 months
Type: Third-party cookie

Netlify (Hosting Provider)

Cookie Names: nf_country, nf_ab
Purpose: Performance optimization and A/B testing
Storage Duration: Session to 1 year
Type: Third-party cookie

Browser Settings

You can manage cookies directly in your browser:

Google Chrome:

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Select your preferred settings

Mozilla Firefox:

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Select your preferred settings

Safari:

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Cookies and Website Data
Select your preferred settings

Microsoft Edge:

Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
Select your preferred settings

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear where you can make your settings. You can change your settings at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link in the website footer.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Technically Necessary Cookies

Disabling these cookies may result in:

The website not functioning properly
Your language selection not being saved
Form data being lost

Analytics Cookies

Disabling these has no impact on website functionality.

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use Local Storage for:

Purpose:

Storing cookie settings
Temporary storage of form data
User preferences

Duration: Until manual deletion by user or browser

Legal Basis

Processing is based on:

Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR (consent) for optional cookies
Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interests) for technically necessary cookies

If you use our website as a business customer, please note:

Inform your employees about cookie usage
Consider our cookie policy in your data protection impact assessment
Document the use of third-party cookies

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The current version is always available on this page. For significant changes, we will inform you via the cookie banner or email.

Contact

For questions about our cookie usage, contact:

Walter Hofmann
Email: hofmannwalter@yahoo.com
Phone: +49 911 / 71 55 81 82

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Status: January 2024
Last Updated: January 2024

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