Cookie Policy — European Union
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar technologies are, what we use them for, and how you can manage them. It supplements our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, to make them work more efficiently, and to provide reporting information.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Session, authentication, shopping basket, security | §25(2) TTDSG — strictly necessary; no consent needed |
| Functional | Remember preferences (region, language) | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) |
| Analytics | Aggregate, anonymized usage statistics | Consent |
| Marketing | Currently not used | — |
3. Your Choices
When you first visit our site, a consent banner allows you to accept or refuse non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link in our footer (where present) or by clearing cookies in your browser. Your browser settings can also be configured to refuse cookies generally; note that strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without breaking site functionality.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use (e.g., payment processors at checkout). These are governed by the respective providers' privacy notices.
5. Retention
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until they expire or are deleted; we set persistent cookies for no longer than is necessary for the purpose.
6. Contact
Questions: info@alien-tools.com.
Last revised: 2025-04-08