Cookie Policy
TTDSG & GDPR Compliant Cookie Notice
1. Cookie Policy Overview
This Cookie Policy explains how BirdProxies ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.birdproxies.com. This policy complies with the German Telemedia Act (TTDSG), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the ePrivacy Directive.
Last Updated: January 2025
Legal Basis: Section 25 TTDSG, Article 6(1)(a) GDPR
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our services.
Types of Storage Technologies We Use:
- •Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
- •Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period
- •Local Storage: Browser storage for larger amounts of data
- •Session Storage: Temporary browser storage cleared when tab closes
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)
Essential for website operation and cannot be disabled.
next-auth.session-token
Purpose: User authentication and session management
Duration: Session or 30 days (remember me)
Provider: BirdProxies (First-party)
next-auth.csrf-token
Purpose: Security - prevents cross-site request forgery
Duration: Session
Provider: BirdProxies (First-party)
NEXT_LOCALE
Purpose: Stores your language preference
Duration: 1 year
Provider: BirdProxies (First-party)
Functional Cookies (Consent Required)
Enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
theme-preference
Purpose: Remembers your dark/light mode preference
Duration: 1 year
Provider: BirdProxies (First-party)
ref_code
Purpose: Tracks referral source for affiliate program
Duration: 30 days
Provider: BirdProxies (First-party)
crisp-client
Purpose: Live chat support functionality
Duration: 6 months
Provider: Crisp (Third-party)
Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
_ga
Purpose: Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users
Duration: 2 years
Provider: Google (Third-party)
_ga_*
Purpose: Google Analytics 4 - maintains session state
Duration: 2 years
Provider: Google (Third-party)
_gid
Purpose: Google Analytics - distinguishes users
Duration: 24 hours
Provider: Google (Third-party)
Marketing Cookies (Consent Required)
Track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.
_fbp
Purpose: Facebook Pixel - ad targeting and analytics
Duration: 90 days
Provider: Meta (Third-party)
stripe_mid
Purpose: Stripe - fraud prevention and analytics
Duration: 1 year
Provider: Stripe (Third-party)
4. Your Consent and Cookie Settings
When you first visit our website, we will show you a cookie consent banner. You can choose which categories of cookies to accept or reject, except for strictly necessary cookies which cannot be disabled.
Managing Your Preferences:
- ✓Cookie Settings: Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer to update preferences
- ✓Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
- ✓Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time through cookie settings
Note: Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality and user experience.
5. Third-Party Services and Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics
Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
6. Cookie Data Retention
Cookie retention periods vary based on their purpose:
- •Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- •Persistent cookies: Retained for the duration specified in Section 3
- •Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 14 months
- •Marketing data: Retained according to third-party provider policies
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. This will not affect cookies that have already been processed.
7. How to Control Cookies via Browser
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Browser Features:
- • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
- • Block third-party cookies only
- • Clear cookies when closing the browser
- • Send "Do Not Track" requests (we honor these requests)
8. Legal Basis for Processing
We process cookie data based on the following legal grounds:
Strictly Necessary Cookies:
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)
Purpose: Essential website functionality and security
Functional, Analytics & Marketing Cookies:
Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR, Section 25 TTDSG)
Purpose: Enhanced functionality, performance analysis, and marketing
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
9. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers are based outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- •EU-US Data Privacy Framework: For US-based providers (Google, Stripe)
- •Standard Contractual Clauses: For other international transfers
- •Adequacy Decisions: For countries with adequate data protection levels
10. Your Rights
Under GDPR and TTDSG, you have the following rights regarding cookie data:
- ✓Access: Request information about cookies we use
- ✓Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- ✓Erasure: Request deletion of cookie data
- ✓Objection: Object to processing of cookie data
- ✓Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- ✓Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
- ✓Lodge Complaint: File a complaint with supervisory authorities
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- • Updating the "Last Updated" date
- • Displaying a notice on our website
- • Requesting renewed consent where required
Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
12. Contact Information
For questions about our Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights:
Data Protection Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +49 152 55756805
Address: Waldstraße 81, 65451 Kelsterbach, Germany
Supervisory Authority
Der Hessische Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit
Gustav-Stresemann-Ring 1
65189 Wiesbaden, Germany
Website: datenschutz.hessen.de
This Cookie Policy forms part of our Privacy Policy and complies with German and EU data protection laws.
Last Updated: January 2025 | Version 1.0