What are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help provide functionality, save preferences, and collect information about how the website is used.

Data Controller

Förderverein NextStep IT GmbH
Speichhüsli 31, 3313 Büren zum Hof
E-Mai: welcome@nextstepit.ch
Webseite: www.nextstepit.ch

The NextStep IT Support Association is responsible for the processing of personal data in connection with cookies, unless otherwise stated in this Cookie Policy.

What Types of Cookies Do We Use?

We use cookies and similar technologies in the following categories:

a) Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the technical operation of the website (e.g., security features, form functionality, and storage of your cookie preferences). Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

b) Preference / Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies store preferences such as language settings and other convenience features, provided that you enable or consent to them.

c) Marketing / Tracking Cookies (Optional)
These cookies may be used to personalize content and offers or to integrate external services. They are only set with your consent.

d) Marketing-/Tracking-Cookies (optional)
Diese Cookies können genutzt werden, um Inhalte/Angebote zu personalisieren oder externe Dienste einzubinden. Sie werden nur gesetzt, wenn du einwilligst.

Cookie Consent with WPConsent

We use the WPConsent consent management tool to obtain and document your consent for optional cookies.

When you first visit our website (and again after your consent expires, where applicable), you can choose which cookie categories you wish to accept.

You may change or withdraw your consent at any time.

How Can You Disable Cookies in Your Browser?

You can also delete or block cookies through your browser settings. Please note that doing so may limit certain website functions, such as saving your preferences.

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Cookies and Stored Data

Cookie Retention Period

Cookies are stored either:

  • As session cookies, which are automatically deleted when you close your browser; or
  • As persistent cookies, which remain stored on your device for a defined period.

The actual retention period depends on the specific cookie and your preferences selected in the cookie settings.

Third-Party Services

Subject to your consent, cookies from third-party providers may be used (for example, embedded content, analytics services, media services, or payment providers).
Information about specific providers, purposes, retention periods, and any data transfers can be found in the cookie settings (WPConsent) and in our Privacy Policy.

Data Protection and Contact

For more information about how we process personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: welcome@nextstepit.ch

Updates and Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time if our website, the tools we use, or legal requirements change.

Last Updated: January 12, 2026