1. Introduction
This cookie policy explains how Hausarztpraxis Weende (hereinafter referred to as “we”, “us” or “our practice”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website hausarztpraxis-weende.de.
The protection of your personal data is particularly important to us as a medical facility. We adhere to the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG) and the Telecommunications-Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG).
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They serve to make our website more user-friendly, effective and secure.
Cookies can be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party providers whose services we integrate on our website (third-party cookies).
3. Legal bases
The following legal bases apply to the use of cookies in Germany and the EU:
- Technically necessary cookies: We use these on the basis of our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f GDPR in conjunction with Section 25 Para. 2 No. 2 TTDSG. They are absolutely necessary for the operation of the website.
- Non-essential cookies: For all other cookies (e.g. analysis, marketing), we obtain your express consent in advance in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR in conjunction with Section 25 Para. 1 TTDSG.
4. Types of cookies
4.1 Technically necessary cookies
These cookies are required for the basic functions of the website and cannot be deactivated. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling out forms.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Storage period | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Saves your cookie consent | 1 year | Own website |
| session_id | Session management | End of session | Own website |
| PHPSESSID | PHP session cookie | End of session | Own website |
| wp-wpml_current_language | Saves the selected language | End of session | WPML (local) |
| _icl_visitor_lang_js | Saves the language last used | 1 day | WPML (local) |
| wfwaf-authcookie-[hash] | Website security: Recognizes logged-in users for the firewall | End of session / 1 day | Wordfence |
| wordfence_verifiedHuman | Website security: Distinguishes human visitors from bots | 1 day | Wordfence |
4.2 Analysis cookies (only with consent)
These cookies enable us to analyze and improve the use of our website. All data collected is processed anonymously or pseudonymized.
Note: Analysis cookies are only set if you have previously given your express consent via our cookie banner.
4.3 Marketing cookies
We currently do not use any marketing or advertising cookies on our website. Should this change, we will update this policy accordingly and obtain your consent in advance.
5. Cookie banner and consent management
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear, allowing you to grant or refuse your consent for various cookie categories.
You have the following options:
- Accept all: You agree to all cookies.
- Only necessary: Only technically required cookies are set.
- Individual settings: You can decide individually for each category.
You can revoke your consent at any time with effect for the future by accessing the cookie settings via the link in the footer of our website.
6. Manage and delete cookies
Regardless of our cookie settings, you can also manage cookies via your browser:
Browser settings
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other website data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Website Data
- Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Cookies and Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and website permissions → Cookies and website data
Please note: If you block or delete cookies, this may impair the functionality of our website.
7. Third-party providers and data transfer
If we use services from third-party providers that use cookies, we will inform you about this in this policy and in our privacy policy.
In the event of a possible data transfer to third countries (e.g. USA), we ensure that an adequate level of data protection is guaranteed, for example through:
- EU standard contractual clauses
- Adequacy decisions of the EU Commission (e.g. EU-US Data Privacy Framework)
- Binding internal data protection regulations (Binding Corporate Rules)
8. Special notes for health data
As a medical practice, we would like to expressly point out that no health data is collected or processed via cookies on our website. Health data is processed exclusively within the scope of treatment and is subject to special protective measures in accordance with Art. 9 GDPR and medical confidentiality.
9. Your rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to information (Art. 15 GDPR)
- Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
- Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
- Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
- Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
- Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
- Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7 Para. 3 GDPR)
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)
The responsible supervisory authority is:
The State Commissioner for Data Protection of Lower Saxony
Prinzenstraße 5
30159 Hanover
Telephone: 0511 120-4500
E-mail: [email protected]
10. Responsible party and contact
Responsible for data processing on this website:
Hausarztpraxis Weende
Dr. Michal Olszewski and colleagues
Website: hausarztpraxis-weende.de
If you have any questions about data protection or cookies, please contact our practice or our data protection officer (if appointed).
11. Changes to this cookie policy
We reserve the right to amend this cookie policy to adapt it to changed legal requirements or changes to our services. The current version can always be found on this website.
Status: December 2025
