The use of internet cookies
A cookie is a short text that is sent to the browser by the website. This way the website remembers the settings (e.g. language) you chose, which makes your further visits to the webpage significantly easier. Therefore, cookies simplify internet browsing and enable an experience that is easy and faster. They are used by the majority of websites.
For an easier decision of how to deal with cookies we prepared additional explanations. Please note that with the use of the website and its support services you also permit the use of cookies.
Type of cookies
Let’s say cookies are a type of a file that is created by the website during your visit and used for saving information. This can provide much faster and easier browsing on webpage during next visits. There are two types of cookies:- Session cookies that are created only temporary and save the information during your browsing. When closing the browser window, temporary cookies are deleted.
- Persistent cookies stay on your computer or other devices and are activated each time you visit the website.
| Name of the cookie | Duration of the cookie | Description |
|---|---|---|
| _utma | 2 years after installation/update | Records distinction between users and sessions. |
| _utmb | 30 min after installation/update | Records new users or new sessions. |
| _utmc | 6 months after installation/update | Records duration of the website visit. |
| _utmz | 6 months after installation/update | Records the source of the traffic. |