Cookies Policy
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
2. We use only Strictly Necessary Cookies
This website uses only technically essential cookies (also known as "functional cookies"). These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as:
- Logging into a secure area (if applicable).
- Filling in the contest upload forms.
- Setting your privacy preferences.
- Ensuring the security of the website (e.g., preventing cross-site request forgery or bot attacks).
3. No Consent Required
According to Sect. 25 Para. 2 No. 2 TTDSG (German Telecommunications-Telemedia Data Protection Act), strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent. Therefore, this website does not display a "Cookie Consent Banner" for marketing or tracking purposes.
4. Third-Party and Tracking Cookies
We do not use:
- Advertising or Marketing cookies.
- Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Social Media tracking pixels.
5. Managing Cookies in your Browser
You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not work then. For example, you may not be able to submit the contest entry form successfully.
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about how to manage and delete cookies, visit allaboutcookies.org.
6. List of Functional Cookies
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that remain in the cookie file of your browser until you leave the site. These are required to keep your session active during the upload process.
- Security Cookies: Used to detect and prevent security risks.