This page explains which cookies and similar technologies are used on pugat.de and how you can control them. For general information on how personal data is processed, see our Privacy Policy.
In brief
You do not need cookies to read this site, which is why we do not show a cookie banner when you arrive. Google Analytics cookies are used for visitor statistics; you can switch them off at any time under “Cookie settings” at the bottom of the page. Embedded videos and podcast players load only when you click them. We do not use advertising or targeting cookies.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser when you visit a website. On this page, “cookies” also covers similar technologies that store or read information in the browser (such as local storage).
Cookies we use
Strictly necessary (no consent required, § 25(2) TDDDG)
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_*, wordpress_logged_in_*, wordpress_test_cookie | Session information solely for editors and authors logging in to the admin area. Not set for readers. | Session / up to 14 days |
| pugat_onay | Remembers the choice you made under “Cookie settings”. Only set when you save a choice. | 6 months |
Functional cookies (only on your action)
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| comment_author_*, comment_author_email_*, comment_author_url_* | If you tick “remember me” in the comment form, your name, email and website are remembered for your next comment. Not set if you leave the box unticked. | About 1 year |
Statistics (can be switched off)
Google Analytics uses the following cookies. If you switch off statistics under “Cookie settings” at the bottom of the page, these cookies are neither set nor read.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Distinguishes returning visits to produce aggregate statistics on which content is read. | Up to 2 years |
External content (only when you click or with your consent)
| Provider | When? | Description |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube (Google) | When you click “Load content” on a video | Loaded in privacy-enhanced mode (youtube-nocookie.com); cookies and similar technologies may be used during playback. |
| Spotify | When you click “Load content” on a podcast player | May use cookies for playback and preferences. |
If you tick “Always load external content” or allow this under “Cookie settings”, such content will load automatically on later visits.
How to manage your choices
You can switch cookie-based statistics off or back on, and allow the automatic loading of external content, at any time via the “Cookie settings” link at the bottom of the page.
You can also delete or block cookies in your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings › Privacy and security › Third-party cookies
- Firefox: Settings › Privacy & Security › Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Settings › Privacy › Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings › Cookies and site permissions
