Usage of Cookies

BrickTastic (https://www.bricktastic.net) utilizes cookies. A cookie is a simple small file sent with pages of this website and/or Flash applications, stored by your browser on the hard drive of your computer, mobile phone, smartwatch, or tablet. The information stored in it can be sent back to our servers during your next visit.

The use of cookies is crucial for the proper functioning of our website. Even cookies whose immediate effects are not apparent are very important. Thanks to the (anonymous) input of visitors, we can improve the website’s usability.

Consent for the Use of Cookies

For the use of certain cookies, your consent is required. This is done through a so-called cookie banner.

Types of Cookies Used and Their Objectives

We use the following types of cookies:

Functional cookies: These help improve website functionality and enhance user-friendliness. For example, we store your login information or items in your shopping cart.

Anonymized analytical cookies: These generate an anonymous cookie each time you visit a website. These cookies identify whether you have visited the site before or not. A cookie is created only during the first visit, and subsequent visits use the existing cookie. This cookie is solely for statistical purposes, collecting data such as:

• The number of unique visitors
• How often users visit the site
• Which pages users view
• How long users view a specific page
• At which page visitors leave the site

Analytical cookies: Similar to anonymized analytical cookies, these generate a cookie each time you visit a website. They know if you have visited the site before or not. A cookie is created only during the first visit, and subsequent visits use the existing cookie. This cookie is solely for statistical purposes, collecting data such as:

• Pages you have viewed
• How long you stayed on a specific page
• At which page you left the site

Own Tracking cookies: These allow us to know if you have visited other website(s) in our network besides ours. The created profile is not linked to your name, address, email, etc., but is used solely to tailor ads to your profile with your permission.

Tracking cookies from others: These track the pages you visit on the internet to build a personal profile. This profile is not linked to your known details but is used solely to tailor ads to your profile with your permission.

Social media-related cookies: These register which articles and pages you share via social media sharing buttons, such as those of Facebook and LinkedIn. They may also contain tracking cookies to follow your web surfing behavior.

Your Rights Regarding Your Data

You have the right to access, rectify, limit, and delete personal data. Additionally, you have the right to object to the processing of personal data and the right to data portability. You can exercise these rights by sending us an email via info@bricktastic.net. To prevent abuse, we may ask you to identify yourself adequately. When it comes to access to personal data linked to a cookie, we ask you to send a copy of the relevant cookie. You can find this in your browser settings.

Blocking and Deleting Cookies

You can easily block and delete cookies at any time through your internet browser. You can also configure your internet browser to receive a notification when a cookie is placed. You can specify that certain cookies should not be placed. Refer to your browser’s help function for this option. Deleting cookies in your browser may affect the smooth use of this website.

Some tracking cookies are placed by third parties who display ads to you via our website. You can centrally delete these cookies via www.youronlinechoices.eu.

Be aware that if you do not accept cookies, we cannot guarantee that our website will function properly. Some site features may be lost, or you may not be able to visit the website at all. Additionally, rejecting cookies does not mean you won’t see ads; they just won’t be tailored to your interests and may be repeated more frequently.

Adjusting your settings varies by browser. Consult your browser’s help function if necessary.

New Developments and Unforeseen Cookies

The texts on our website can be adjusted at any time due to continuous developments. This also applies to our cookie statement. Therefore, regularly review this statement to stay informed of any changes.

In blog articles, content hosted on other sites and accessed through certain codes (embedded content) on BrickTastic (https://www.bricktastic.net) may be used. This includes, for example, YouTube videos. These codes often use cookies. However, we have no control over what these third parties do with their cookies.

It may also happen that cookies are placed by others via our websites, of which we may not always be aware. If you encounter unforeseen cookies on our website that are not listed in our overview, please let us know via info@bricktastic.net. You can also contact the third party directly and inquire about the cookies they placed, the reason for it, the cookie’s lifespan, and how they ensure your privacy.

Closing Remarks

We may need to adjust these statements occasionally, such as when we modify our website or change cookie regulations. Consult this webpage for the latest version.

If you have any questions and/or comments, please contact info@bricktastic.net.

Last update: January 1, 2024