Cookie Policy

Last Updated: February 2026

Understanding Our Cookie Use

HighlandManEdit uses cookies minimally and only for essential functionality. This policy explains what cookies we use and how they work.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide essential functionality.

Essential Cookies Only

We only use essential cookies that are necessary for basic site functionality. These cookies are exempt from consent requirements in most privacy regulations because they are required for the website to operate.

Our Essential Cookies:

  • Cookie Consent Preference - Remembers whether you have accepted or rejected cookies
  • Session Information - Maintains your browsing session on the site
  • Security Tokens - Protects against unauthorized access (if forms are used)

What We Don't Use

We explicitly do NOT use:

  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics, Matomo, etc.)
  • Advertising cookies
  • Marketing cookies
  • Social media tracking cookies
  • Retargeting pixels
  • Third-party tracking services

Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Accept only certain cookies
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Review and manage stored cookies

Browser Instructions:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data

Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

Consent Mode v2

Our cookie banner implements Google Consent Mode v2, a framework that respects user cookie preferences. This means:

  • If you reject cookies, analytics and advertising features are disabled
  • Your preference is remembered for future visits
  • You can change your preference at any time

GDPR and Swiss FADP Compliance

Our minimal cookie use complies with:

  • European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • Swiss Data Protection Act (DSG)
  • ePrivacy regulations across Europe

Contact Information

Questions about our cookie practices? Contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Kramgasse 18, 3011 Bern, Switzerland
Phone: +41 31 312 89 01