Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how TechZiel ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (techziel.at). It applies to users globally, including those in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and other jurisdictions.
We are committed to transparency, privacy, and compliance with applicable data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ePrivacy Directive.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical insights.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
- Persistent cookies (stored for a defined period)
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled.
Examples:
- Security headers and protections
- Navigation and page rendering
- Consent preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- UI customization
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website.
Examples:
- Page visits and traffic analysis
- Performance monitoring
These are only activated with your consent where required.
Marketing / Third-Party Cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party services to track activity across websites.
Examples:
- Embedded services
- Advertising tools
These are used only with explicit user consent.
Legal Basis (GDPR)
For users in the EU/EEA:
- Necessary cookies -> Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
- All other cookies -> Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))
You can withdraw your consent at any time.
How You Can Manage Cookies
You can control cookies in the following ways:
- Through the certified consent interface when optional analytics or advertising services are active
- Through your browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Through third-party opt-out tools
Note: Disabling some cookies may impact functionality.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party providers such as analytics, embedded services or Google AdSense. These providers may process data outside your jurisdiction under appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
Where Google advertising services are active, the site will use a Google-certified consent management platform supporting the IAB Transparency and Consent Framework for relevant EEA, UK and Swiss visitors. Consent signals may cover advertising storage, advertising personalization, advertising user data and analytics storage.
Data Retention
Cookies are stored only for as long as necessary for their purpose. Retention periods vary depending on the type of cookie.
Your Rights
If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Request deletion
- Restrict processing
- Withdraw consent
Changing Your Privacy Choices
When a consent interface is active, visitors can revisit the available privacy settings and withdraw or change optional choices. Browser controls can also be used to remove existing cookies or local storage.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Updates will be published on this page.
Contact
For privacy-related questions, please use the contact form available on this website.
Questions or Requests?
Please use our secure contact form for any inquiries related to privacy, compliance, or data processing.