Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy applies to the website operated under the domain www.trunkandtuck.com (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”), owned and operated by Trunkandtuck (hereinafter referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”), with its registered address at XXX.

For any inquiries regarding this Cookie Policy or data protection practices, you may contact us at:

Email: promo@trunkandtuck.com

Phone: XXX

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information to website operators and enable secure transactions.

In accordance with German and European regulations—specifically the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Telecommunications and Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG)—we distinguish between strictly necessary cookies and non-essential cookies.

2. Consent and Your Choices

We respect your privacy and adhere strictly to the principle of prior consent for non-essential cookies.

Voluntary Choice: Non-essential cookies, performance cookies, and third-party tracking cookies are only deployed after you have given your explicit, active consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our Cookie Banner.

Refusal or Withdrawal: You retain the right to decline or withdraw your consent at any time without detriment to your browsing experience. You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings or via our cookie preference center.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use and Retention Periods

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website, enabling core functionalities such as page navigation, basket management, and secure session handling. Without these cookies, the Website cannot function properly. They do not store personally identifiable information.

Retention Period: These cookies typically expire at the end of your browser session (session cookies), while a few persist for a maximum duration of up to 12 months to remember your cookie preferences.

Legal Basis: Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR / § 25 para. 2 TTDSG.

B. Functional and Analytical Cookies

These cookies allow us to analyze site usage so we can measure and improve performance. They collect aggregated information regarding visitor numbers and page interactions.

Retention Period: Ranging from session duration up to 24 months, depending on the specific cookie function.

Legal Basis: Your explicit consent pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR / § 25 para. 1 TTDSG.

C. Third-Party Payment and Processing Cookies

To facilitate secure payment transactions on our Website, we integrate third-party payment infrastructure. Third-party cookies associated with transaction processing and fraud prevention are handled and processed by Stripe. These cookies are necessary for verifying transaction details securely and preventing fraudulent activities.

Retention Period: Determined by Stripe’s privacy and cookie protocols, typically ranging from session duration up to 12 months for fraud prevention identifiers.

Legal Basis: Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b and lit. f GDPR, in conjunction with your consent where applicable.

4. Managing and Deleting Cookies via Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can configure your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie, allowing you to decide whether to accept it, or you can set your browser to automatically reject all cookies.

Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Website, including the completion of purchases.

5. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices. The most current version will always be available on this page with the updated effective date.