Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1st January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how novahelm GmbH ("novahelm", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at novahelm.pro. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons:
- Essential functionality: To enable core website features and ensure security
- Performance: To understand how visitors use our website and improve user experience
- Analytics: To collect information about website usage and visitor behaviour
- Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
- Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and enhance security
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
Cookie Details
Below is a detailed list of cookies that may be used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores user's cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| session_id | Maintains user session and security | Session | Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - session and campaign data | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| user_preferences | Stores user interface preferences | 6 months | Functional |
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website in an anonymous form, including the number of visitors, where visitors have come from, and the pages they visited.
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, please see Google's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Fonts
We use Google Fonts to enhance the typography on our website. Google Fonts may set cookies to optimise font loading and delivery. For more information, please see Google's privacy policy.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from particular sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that if you disable all cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings > Advanced > Privacy and security > Content settings > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to Do Not Track signals, so we do not currently respond to these signals.
Mobile Devices
Mobile devices may use advertising identifiers instead of cookies. You can control these through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
novahelm GmbH
Lindenstraße 171
44473 Dortmund
North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Email: privacy@novahelm.pro
Phone: +49 231 8183683
Related Policies
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
This Cookie Policy complies with applicable laws including the EU Cookie Directive and GDPR requirements for cookie consent and transparency.