- Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Silencecraftco (“we”, “our”, or “us”) utilizes cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.silencecraftco.com. This policy is drafted in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the German Telecommunications and Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG), and other applicable European Union data protection standards.
By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge the terms set out in this Cookie Policy regarding our data handling practices.
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information to website operators and facilitate secure transactions.
- Consent and Your Choices
In compliance with European and German legal frameworks:
Explicit Consent: We only deploy non-essential cookies on your device if you have provided prior, explicit consent.
Cookie Banner: Upon your first visit to www.silencecraftco.com, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to freely choose whether to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Only when you click the “Accept” button on our cookie banner will we use non-essential cookies.
Withdrawal of Consent: You retain the right to change or withdraw your consent at any time by modifying your browser settings or via our cookie preference center on the website.
- Categories of Cookies We Use and Retention Periods
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of www.silencecraftco.com, enabling core functionalities such as page navigation, security, and session management. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
Retention Period: These are typically session cookies that expire when you close your browser, or persistent cookies with a maximum retention period of up to 12 months. The legal basis for processing is our legitimate interest in operating a secure and functional website under GDPR Article 6(1)(f).
4.2 Functional and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They collect aggregated information about how visitors use our website to help us improve its structure and performance.
Retention Period: Ranging from session duration up to 24 months. These cookies are only deployed based on your explicit user consent under GDPR Article 6(1)(a) and the TTDSG.
4.3 Third-Party Payment Processing Cookies (Stripe)
To facilitate secure financial transactions relating to our deposit and milestone payment structure, we integrate payment services provided by Stripe. Third-party cookies associated with Stripe are processed directly by Stripe to ensure secure transaction verification, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance.
Retention Period: Managed in accordance with Stripe’s privacy and cookie data retention schedules. For more details on Stripe’s data practices, please refer to Stripe’s official privacy documentation. The legal basis includes the performance of a contract and compliance with legal obligations.
- Managing Cookies via Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, alert you when cookies are being sent, or delete existing cookies. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may impact the core functionality and accessibility of www.silencecraftco.com.
- Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us at:
Address: XXX
Email: suite@silencecraftco.com
Phone: XXX