Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 11, 2026

1. Introduction and Controller Information

This Cookie Policy explains how Daniel Borges Einzelunternehmen (trading as Sparki Studio), Mathildenstraße 44, 64285 Darmstadt, Germany, Email: contact@sparki.studio, VAT ID: DE348443419 ("we", "us", or "our"), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Imprint. It informs you about the types of cookies we use, why we use them, their retention periods, and how you can manage your preferences in accordance with the German Telecommunications-Telemedia Data Protection Act (TDDDG) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR / DSGVO).

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They allow the website to recognize your browser, remember your actions or preferences over time, ensure security, and provide analytical data regarding site usage.

We also use similar technologies such as local storage, web beacons, and session identifiers, which are collectively referred to as "cookies" in this policy.

3. Legal Grounds for Processing

Under § 25 of the TDDDG and Article 6 of the GDPR, we process cookies based on the following legal grounds:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies (§ 25 (2) No. 2 TDDDG; Art. 6 (1)(b) or (f) GDPR): These cookies are required for the technical operation of the website, user account authentication, security against attacks, and facilitating the purchase process (such as remembering items in your cart). These do not require user consent.

  • Analytics and Performance Cookies (§ 25 (1) TDDDG; Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR): These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site by collecting aggregated data. We only set these cookies if you have given explicit consent via our cookie consent banner.

4. Overview of Cookies Used

A. Strictly Necessary & Functional Cookies (Squarespace)

These cookies ensure the fundamental operation, security, and e-commerce checkout flow of our site.

  • crumb — Prevents cross-site request forgery (CSRF) and protects against web security threats. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: Session.

  • Locked — Restricts access if navigating past password-protected pages. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: Session.

  • CART — Stores information about products placed in your shopping cart. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: 2 weeks.

  • hasCart — Indicates whether the visitor currently has items in their shopping cart. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: 2 weeks.

  • SiteUserInfo — Identifies a logged-in customer account holder. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: 3 years.

  • SiteUserSecureAuthToken — Securely authenticates a logged-in customer account holder. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: 3 years.

  • ss_sd — Ensures visitors on Squarespace platforms remain on the correct domain. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: Session.

  • Square-Cookie-Banner-Consent — Stores your preferences regarding cookie consent. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: Up to 1 year.

B. Analytics and Performance Cookies (Squarespace & Google Analytics)

These cookies are only activated if you click "Accept" or enable analytical cookies in our cookie banner.

  • ss_cvr — Distinguishes unique visitors and tracks visitor sessions across time. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: 2 years.

  • ss_cvt — Identifies session duration and navigation flow within a single visit. Provider: Squarespace. Duration: 30 minutes.

  • _ga — Distinguishes unique users and measures aggregate traffic metrics. Provider: Google LLC. Duration: 2 years.

  • ga<container-id> — Retains session state and pageview information across your visit. Provider: Google LLC. Duration: 2 years.

  • _gid — Distinguishes users across page requests during a 24-hour cycle. Provider: Google LLC. Duration: 24 hours.

  • gat / gat_gtag_* — Throttles request rates to Google servers to optimize performance. Provider: Google LLC. Duration: 1 minute.

5. Google Analytics and International Data Transfers

When Google Analytics is integrated, data generated by the cookies about your use of the website (including your anonymized IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google LLC on servers in the United States and globally.

We implement Google Analytics with active IP anonymization. Google LLC participates in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, ensuring an adequate level of data protection in line with European data protection standards. You may withdraw your consent for Google Analytics tracking at any time with effect for the future through our cookie management tool.