Cookies we use

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device while you visit them. On the next visit, your browser sends this information back to the server.

There are different types of cookies: some are essential and necessary for the site to work correctly, while others are used to analyse usage or personalise content.

This website uses only essential cookies required for basic functionality. They include storing your cookie preferences and managing sessions. Without these cookies, features such as signing in or hiding the cookie banner would not be available.

Why do we use essential cookies without consent?

The cookies used on this website are essential for basic site functionality. Their use is therefore based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interests) and Article 6(1)(b) GDPR (performance of a contract or pre-contractual steps).

Under the GDPR, essential cookies do not require the user’s consent, because they only ensure that the website works as expected. Examples include storing session information, remembering logins, or saving your cookie choice.

Current cookies

You can click the name (with the blue “i” icon) to open the detailed information.

Active Name Value Expires Domain Path
COOKIE_CONSENT i 1 year raphaelkirchner.com /
SESSION_ID i *************** This session raphaelkirchner.com /

SESSION_ID

Purpose
This cookie stores a unique session ID for the user so that server-side data can be associated with a session, for example login state or temporary settings.
Validity & expiry
The cookie is valid only for the duration of the session and is deleted when the browser is closed.
No storage of personal data
The cookie itself does not store personal data; it is only used to identify the session on the server.
Necessity
This cookie is essential for the functionality of the website, in particular for login mechanisms and other server-side features.
Manual changes
Because this is a session cookie, it is deleted automatically when the browser is closed. Manual changes are not intended.
Legal basis
Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, Article 6(1)(b) GDPR