1. Overview & Data Controller Statement
This Cookie Policy explains how siftling uses cookies and similar digital technologies on www.siftling.com.
siftling is operated as an independent, self-managed personal brand based in Germany. We are committed to maintaining data protection standards in full compliance with European Union regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR / DSGVO) and the ePrivacy Directive.
- Brand Name: siftling
- Address: Höhscheider Weg 29, 42699 Solingen, Germany
- Telephone: +49 2126582800
- Email: kitchen@siftling.com
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember preferences, and ensure essential site functionality during your session.
3. Types of Cookies Used & Consent Framework
We categorize cookies based on their function and legal operational basis under European law:
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the technical operation of www.siftling.com, allowing you to navigate the website, add kitchen tools to your shopping basket, and proceed through checkout.
- Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (Legitimate Interest) and applicable statutory exceptions under ePrivacy regulations.
- Consent: Prior consent is not legally required for strictly necessary cookies.
B. Non-Essential Cookies (Performance & Analytical Cookies)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website to improve site navigation and functional layout.
- Consent Policy: In strict compliance with European privacy standards, non-essential cookies are disabled by default. We will only store or process non-essential cookies on your device if you explicitly grant your consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our website’s Cookie Consent Banner.
4. Third-Party Cookies & Payment Security Handling
To provide functionality and complete order checkouts, certain third-party services process cookies on our website:
- Stripe Processed Cookies: Essential third-party cookies placed on our checkout pages are processed by Stripe. These cookies are strictly required to assess transaction security, monitor operational risk, and facilitate secure payment processing for credit card and digital wallet transactions.
5. Cookie Retention Periods
In accordance with European data protection regulations, cookies stored on your device are retained only for defined timeframes:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire automatically once you close your internet browser.
- Persistent Necessary Cookies: Retained on your device for a limited period, typically ranging from 30 days up to a maximum of 12 months, to remember essential parameters (such as cookie preference settings).
- Non-Essential / Third-Party Cookies: Retained for a maximum period of up to 13 months (or 24 months where applicable by specific analytics settings), subject always to your statutory right to withdraw consent at any time.
6. Managing & Withdrawing Consent
You retain complete control over your cookie settings at all times:
- Banner Preferences: You may decline or accept non-essential cookies at any time via our Cookie Banner.
- Browser Settings: You can configure your web browser settings to block or delete cookies already saved on your device. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the usability and ordering functions of www.siftling.com.
7. Contact Details
For any inquiries regarding this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices, please reach out to us directly:
- Brand Name: siftling
- Website: www.siftling.com
- Email: kitchen@siftling.com
- Telephone: +49 2126582800
- Address: Höhscheider Weg 29, 42699 Solingen, Germany