Cookies
Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 2025
1. Introduction
This policy explains the use of cookies on the Phishgate website. Phishgate uses only technically necessary cookies and does not set third-party tracking or marketing cookies. For aggregated usage statistics, when enabled, we rely on a GDPR-compliant, cookie-free analytics solution.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They enable basic functions such as navigation, authentication, or language selection.
Distinction
- Strictly necessary cookies: required for the functionality of the website and the dashboard.
- Preference, statistics, and marketing cookies: used for analytics, personalization, or advertising — these are not set by Phishgate.
3. Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| phishgate_token | Strictly necessary | Authentication session token. HTTP-only, not accessible via JavaScript. | 7 days | Phishgate (own server, EU) |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Strictly necessary | Stores the preferred language (German / English). | 1 year | Phishgate |
Google Fonts are loaded locally. No cookies are set and no data is transmitted to Google.
4. Hosting and Server Logs
The website and dashboard are hosted within the European Union. When accessed, server logs are automatically generated containing IP address, access timestamp, and browser type. They are processed exclusively for operation, security, and error analysis.
Legal basis
5. Cookie Management
Because Phishgate does not use any cookies requiring consent, no cookie banner is shown. Users can delete or block cookies in their browser themselves; however, this may restrict the functionality of the website and dashboard.
6. Changes to This Policy
This policy will be updated when needed. The current version is always available on this website.