Flying Kiwi Virtual

Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy for Flying Kiwi Virtual
Last Updated: 09.12.2024

At Flying Kiwi Virtual, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website and ensure its functionality. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Germany’s Datenschutz-Grundverordnung (DSGVO).

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) by your web browser when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and provide insights into user behavior.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website, such as enabling secure login and navigation. Without these cookies, certain features of the website may not function.

  • Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

b) Analytics Cookies

We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve its performance and user experience.

  • Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).

c) Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., language settings).

  • Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).

d) Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services, such as Discord for optional login, that may place cookies on your device. These cookies are managed by third parties and are subject to their privacy policies.

  • Example providers:
    • Cloudflare (for DNS and security).
    • Discord (for OAuth login).
  • Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly.
  • Provide secure login options (e.g., Discord login).
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
  • Remember your preferences and improve your experience.

4. Managing Your Consent

When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies.
  • Reject non-essential cookies.
  • Customize your cookie preferences.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the “Cookie Settings” link (typically found in the footer of the website).

5. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser

You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. The steps vary by browser:

6. Third-Party Cookies

We rely on third-party providers to deliver specific functionalities. These providers may place cookies on your device. We recommend reviewing their cookie and privacy policies for more details:

7. Data Retention

Cookies have varying lifespans:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR/DSGVO, you have the following rights regarding cookies and personal data:

  1. Access: Request information about the cookies and data we process.
  2. Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time.
  3. Erasure: Request deletion of data collected via cookies, where applicable.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to the use of cookies as described above.