Last updated: 3 August 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, remember preferences, and provide information about how the site is used. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags.
2. Legal Framework
This policy complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive as implemented in Austrian law (Telekommunikationsgesetz) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Non-essential cookies require your consent before being placed on your device.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They do not require consent.
- Session cookies for form security and navigation
- Cookie consent preference storage
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They require consent.
- Language or display preferences
- Remembered form inputs during a session
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website. They require consent.
- Page views and navigation paths
- Time spent on pages
- Referral sources
- Device and browser type (aggregated)
3.4 Marketing Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy and request consent before activation.
4. Cookie Details
bw_consent
Type: Strictly necessary
Duration: 12 months
Purpose: Stores your cookie consent preferences
bw_session
Type: Strictly necessary
Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes)
Purpose: Maintains session state for contact form security
5. Third-Party Cookies
We minimise third-party cookies. Where analytics or embedded content requires third-party cookies, those providers operate under their own privacy policies. We ensure all third-party processors comply with GDPR requirements through data processing agreements.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. See your browser's help section for instructions.
- Our consent tool: When available, use the cookie banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
- Opt-out links: For analytics providers, use their official opt-out mechanisms.
Blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect website functionality, including form submission.
7. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have rights regarding data collected via cookies, including access, rectification, erasure, and objection. See our Privacy Policy for full details. Contact us at [email protected] to exercise these rights.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
9. Contact
Blattwerk Studio
Josefstädter Straße 18
1080 Wien, Austria
Email: [email protected]