Sonderanalyse („we“, „our“, „the publication“) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on sonderanalyse.de to ensure the site functions properly, to measure audience engagement and to support our independent journalism through non‑essential services such as analytics and advertising. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we set, why we use them and how you can control your preferences. It complements our Privacy Policy, which gives more detail about how we handle personal data. By continuing to use sonderanalyse.de after receiving the cookie banner, you consent to the use of essential cookies. For non‑essential cookies we require your prior consent, which you can adjust at any time through our Cookie Settings.
What types of cookies do we use?
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What you can expect from us
We are committed to transparency about the data we collect through cookies. Sonderanalys Media Ltd., the private company registered in Gibraltar (company number C 92009) that owns and operates this publication, does not sell personal information obtained via cookies to third parties. Any data shared with analytics or advertising partners is aggregated or pseudonymised where possible, and we require those partners to comply with applicable data‑protection laws. If you have questions about how we process your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact our data‑protection team.
Questions or concerns?
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or would like to request a copy of the data we hold about you, please email privacy@sonderanalyse.de. You can also write to our registered office: Office 9, Business Centre, Valletta, 0000, Malta, or contact our editorial team via Contact page. For complaints about our handling of personal data, you may also reach out to the Malta Business Registry or your local data‑protection authority. We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.