Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 22 October 2025

1) Data Controller

This Cookie Policy applies to the website
www.matchontea.com, operated by:

Soufyan Essoubai Chikh
Bahnhofstraße 27
52064 Aachen
Germany

Email: orders@matchontea.com

Soufyan Essoubai Chikh is the data controller as defined in Article 4(7) GDPR.
The brand “MatchOn Tea” is currently in formation (in Gründung) in Germany.

2) What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website.
They help enable certain functions, improve the user experience, and collect statistical data about website visits.

Cookies can be either:

  • Session Cookies – automatically deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies – remain stored on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

3) Legal Basis under GDPR & TTDSG

According to § 25(1) TTDSG, cookies that are not technically necessary may only be set after you have given your explicit consent.
The legal basis for such data processing is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent).

Technically necessary cookies, which enable the website’s operation (e.g., shopping cart, login, language settings), are processed on the basis of Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest).

4) Types of Cookies We Use

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the operation of the website. Without them, basic functions such as the shopping cart, form submission, or security features may not work properly.

Examples:

  • Session ID

  • CSRF Protection

  • Cookie consent storage

b) Analytics and Statistics Cookies (only with consent)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website – anonymously and in aggregate form.

Examples:

  • Page views and session duration

  • Referrer source

  • Device type and browser information

Purpose: Improving user experience and website performance.
Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent).

c) Marketing and Tracking Cookies (only with consent)

These cookies are used to display relevant content or advertisements and to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
They enable us to recognize returning visitors and provide personalized offers.

Legal Basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent).

5) Third-Party Services / Tools

We may integrate third-party services on our website that also use cookies or similar technologies, such as:

  • Hostinger Analytics / Integrations (technical tracking for performance)

  • Newsletter services (e.g., email open statistics)

  • Social media plugins (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn – active only after click or consent)

These third-party providers may act as independent data controllers.
For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

6) Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears allowing you to choose which cookies may be used.
Your preferences are stored until you change them or delete your cookies.

You can change your decision at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link in the website footer or by deleting cookies in your browser settings.

7) Storage and Deletion

Cookies are stored on your device.
You can delete or block cookies at any time:

  • In your browser settings (“Privacy” or “Delete cookies”)

  • Through the cookie banner “Settings” button

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the website.

8) Your Rights

With regard to data processing related to cookies, you have the same rights as described in our Privacy Policy:

  • Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Right to restriction (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)

  • Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR)

To exercise your rights, please contact: orders@matchontea.com

9) Changes to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to amend this policy in the event of legal, technical, or functional changes.
The latest version is always available on this page.

Impressum

Responsible:
Soufyan Essoubai Chikh
Bahnhofstraße 27
52064 Aachen
Germany

Email: orders@matchontea.com

The brand MatchOn Tea is currently in formation (Unternehmensgründung) in Germany.
Until the company registration is complete, Soufyan Essoubai Chikh is personally liable for all website content.