Last updated: 19th January, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how cookies are used on the RAPSI website, operated by Bastian van Mierlo Softwareberatung, and how you can control them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly and provide information about how the site is used.

Cookies can be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)

  • Persistent cookies (stored for a defined period)

2. Cookies Used on This Website

RAPSI uses only essential cookies and Google Analytics cookies.

a) Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
They enable basic website features such as navigation and security.

b) Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics (GA4) to analyse website traffic and understand how visitors use the site.

Google Analytics cookies collect information such as:

  • Number of visitors

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Device and browser type

  • Approximate geographic location

All data collected is aggregated and anonymised and used solely for website improvement.

We do not use Google Analytics for:

  • Advertising

  • Remarketing

  • User profiling

3. Google Analytics Cookies

Typical Google Analytics cookies include:

Cookie Purpose Duration
_ga Distinguishes users 2 years
_ga_* Maintains session state 2 years

(The exact cookies used may vary due to Google updates.)

4. Legal Basis for Cookies

  • Essential cookies: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)

  • Analytics cookies: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

Analytics cookies are only set after you provide consent via the cookie banner.

5. Managing Cookies

You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:

  • Using the cookie settings on the website

  • Adjusting your browser settings

  • Deleting cookies stored on your device

Disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality.

You may also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Google Analytics cookies are set by Google LLC, acting as a data processor.

Google processes data in accordance with GDPR and applicable safeguards.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect legal or technical changes.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised date.

8. Contact

For questions regarding cookies or data protection, please contact:

Bastian van Mierlo Softwareberatung
Weißdornweg 10
53578 Windhagen
Germany
Email: contact(at)rapsi.biz