Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 6, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember your preferences.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functions of the website and cannot be disabled.
| cookie_consent | gleichenia.com | Stores your cookie consent choice (localStorage) | Permanent |
| cookie_consent_date | gleichenia.com | Records when consent was given (localStorage) | Permanent |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These are used only when you select "Accept All."
| _pk_id | Matomo (self-hosted) | Unique visitor ID for analytics | 13 months |
| _pk_ses | Matomo (self-hosted) | Session tracking | 30 minutes |
| _pk_ref | Matomo (self-hosted) | Referrer information | 6 months |
About Matomo
- Self-hosted analytics tool (data is stored on our own server)
- Data is not shared with third parties
- IP addresses are anonymized (last 2 bytes masked)
- Designed with privacy in mind
Third-Party Cookies
Google reCAPTCHA
We use Google reCAPTCHA on the contact form to prevent spam.
| _GRECAPTCHA | reCAPTCHA validation token | Session |
For details
- [Google Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- [Google Terms of Service](https://policies.google.com/terms)
Managing Cookies
Changing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit the site, a banner lets you choose:
- Accept All — enables all cookies, including analytics
- Reject All — only essential cookies are used
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
Firefox:
- Menu → Settings
- Privacy & Security
- Cookies and Site Data
Chrome:
- Menu → Settings
- Privacy and Security
- Cookies and Other Site Data
Safari:
- Preferences → Privacy
- Manage Website Data
What Happens If You Disable Cookies
- Essential cookies: Disabling these may prevent the website from functioning properly
- Analytics cookies: Disabling these has no effect on your browsing experience
Browsing Without Analytics
If you reject analytics cookies:
- The website continues to work normally
- Anonymous visit statistics are not collected
- Your privacy is fully protected
Do Not Track（DNT）
Our Matomo Analytics respects your browser's Do Not Track setting. If DNT is enabled, analytics data will not be collected.
Contact
If you have questions about cookies, please reach out through our [contact form](/en/contact).
Related
- [Privacy Policy](/en/privacy-policy)