Cookie Policy for DAGG INVEST GmbH
At DAGG INVEST GmbH, our digital presence is governed by the same principles as our advisory work: clarity, necessity, and respect for your autonomy. This policy details the technologies we employ to ensure our site functions effectively, while respecting your privacy as a visitor. We use no cookies for marketing or third-party tracking without explicit, informed consent.
No Hidden Trackers
We do not use Google Analytics or Facebook pixels for behavioral profiling.
Granular Consent
You can manage preferences via our global consent banner, powered by a built-in plugin.
Essential vs. Optional: Our Cookie Framework
DAGG INVEST GmbH categorizes cookies strictly based on function, not potential for data harvesting. Our framework aligns with German data protection regulations (BDSG) and the EU ePrivacy Directive. We classify cookies into two tiers: Essential and Optional. Essential cookies are enabled by default; they are the digital equivalent of a secure vault door—required for the site to function. Optional cookies are strictly not enabled without your active, informed consent.
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These are session-based and strictly necessary for security, navigation, and basic functionality. They do not store personal information.
- Session ID: Manages your secure connection during a visit (expires on browser close).
- Security Token: Prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks on form submissions.
- Consent State: Remembers your cookie preference choice for 12 months (required by law).
- Load Balancer: Ensures you are routed to the nearest, fastest server.
Optional Cookies (Consent Required)
We use a minimal set of non-essential cookies for functional enhancements. None are for advertising or social media tracking.
- Preference Cookie: Remembers your chosen language (if offered in the future).
- Analytics (Aggregated): Counts anonymous page views to gauge content relevance (no user profiling).
- Accessibility: Stores your choice for high-contrast mode or font size adjustments.
Common Compliance Mistakes (And How We Avoid Them)
1. Vague Purposes
Many sites list "improve user experience" as a catch-all. We specify exact technical purposes (e.g., CSRF protection) and avoid marketing jargon.
2. Pre-ticked Boxes
EU law forbids implied consent. Our global consent banner starts with all optional cookies disabled. You must actively click "Accept" or "Customize."
3. Third-Party Leakage
Even "essential" services like embedded maps can set third-party cookies. We self-host or use anonymized alternatives where possible.
4. No Audit Trail
Cookie policies must reflect the actual site. We document our use case and will update this page if our technical stack changes.
Your Control Over Your Data
You are in complete control. At any time, you can withdraw consent for optional cookies. Our built-in consent management platform allows you to toggle preferences directly in your browser interface. Clearing your browser cache will remove all session cookies, which may log you out of secured areas.
How to Modify Preferences
- Click the "Cookie Preferences" link in the website footer.
- The consent banner will re-open for re-selection.
- Toggle individual cookie categories on or off.
- Click "Save Changes." Your preference is stored locally for 12 months.
Contact Our Data Protection Officer
For specific questions about our cookie practices, data retention, or to exercise your data subject rights (Art. 15-22 GDPR), please contact our DPO.
For a full overview of how we handle personal data, please review our comprehensive Privacy Policy.
Questions Sophisticated Investors Should Ask About Cookies
When evaluating any financial website's data practices, these questions distinguish compliant firms from those treating privacy as an afterthought.
1. Is consent "freely given"?
A legitimate firm makes it equally easy to accept or reject non-essential cookies. If the "Reject All" button is hidden or requires extra clicks, question their transparency.
2. What data leaves the EU?
For clients with international ties (e.g., US-Germany), know if cookies or associated data are transferred to servers in non-adequate countries (e.g., the U.S. without standard contractual clauses).
3. Are "functional" cookies really essential?
Beware of vendors who label tracking pixels as "performance" cookies. Ask for a plain-English list of every cookie's purpose.
4. How is consent documented?
A robust cookie policy includes a audit trail. We log the time, date, and consent level for every preference change, available upon request.
5. What about third-party cookies?
If the site embeds third-party content (e.g., YouTube), ask how their cookie policy integrates with yours. Responsibility is shared.
6. Is there a DPO?
For firms managing significant assets (like DAGG INVEST GmbH), a designated Data Protection Officer is a sign of mature data governance, not just compliance.
Our Promise: Data Minimization
In an era of data exploitation, our stance is simple: we collect only what is strictly necessary for website function and legal compliance. We do not participate in behavioral advertising networks. Your visit to our site is not a transaction of your attention for our profit.
Regulatory Anchors
- • EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law)
- • German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG)
- • EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)