- Introduction
This Cookie Policy applies to the website operated by Toughsteeltrowel (“we”, “us”, or “our”), accessible via www.toughsteeltrowel.com. Our registered business location is Rankestraße 26, 10789 Berlin, Germany.
We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG), and the Telecommunications Digital Services Data Protection Act (TDDDG). This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website and outlines your choices regarding your data.
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function correctly, enhance user experience, and provide analytical data to website operators.
In accordance with European and German legal requirements:
Essential Cookies: These are strictly necessary for the operation of our website and core functionalities. They do not require your prior consent.
Non-Essential Cookies: These include analytical, functional, and marketing cookies. We will only deploy non-essential cookies after you have given your explicit, active consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our cookie banner.
- Categories of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for you to navigate the website and use its features, such as maintaining your session during checkout or managing your cookie preferences. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
Retention Period: Session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser. Persistent necessary cookies remain on your device for a maximum duration of 12 months to remember your cookie consent preferences.
B. Analytical and Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us optimize our website structure and content. These cookies are only activated if you provide consent via our cookie banner.
Retention Period: These cookies are stored for a maximum duration of 24 months from the date of consent, unless deleted earlier via your browser settings.
- Third-Party Services and Payment Processing
To facilitate secure online transactions, payment processing on our website is handled by our payment service provider, Stripe.
When you proceed to checkout, Stripe may place necessary cookies or similar technology on your device to process payments securely, prevent fraud, and comply with regulatory requirements. These third-party elements are managed directly by Stripe in accordance with their respective privacy and cookie standards. We do not control the setting of these third-party cookies beyond what is necessary to complete the payment transaction.
- Managing and Withdrawing Your Consent
You have full control over your cookie settings at any time:
Cookie Banner: You can modify or withdraw your consent by accessing the cookie settings link available on our website footer.
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through browser settings. You can configure your browser to block or delete cookies entirely. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact the functionality of www.toughsteeltrowel.com.
- Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the details below:
Address: Rankestraße 26, 10789 Berlin, Germany
Email: inventory@toughsteeltrowel.com
Phone: +49 30220127820