Cookie Policy

This page explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

Last updated: January 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site. Cookies can be "first-party" (set by us) or "third-party" (set by other services like Google Analytics).

Essential Cookies

Always Active

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality. They do not store any personally identifiable information.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_sparkchambers_session Maintains your login session and remembers that you're signed in Session (deleted when browser closes)
CSRF token Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks Session
locale Remembers your preferred language (English or German) 1 year
gdpr_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year

Analytics Cookies

Requires Your Consent

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They are only set if you accept analytics cookies in our consent banner.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique visitors 2 years
_ga_ZZ8SCR1Z08 Google Analytics - Maintains session state 2 years

These cookies are only active if you have accepted analytics cookies.

How to Manage Cookies

You have several options to control which cookies are stored on your device:

Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit SparkChambers, you'll see a cookie banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change your preferences anytime by clicking "Cookie Settings" in the footer.

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. However, blocking all cookies may prevent you from logging in or using certain features.

Google Analytics Opt-out

You can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent your data being used by Google Analytics across all websites.

Browser Cookie Settings:

Last updated: January 2025