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The TDDDG: What Osnabrück residents need to know about cookie rights!
Discover Osnabrück on August 31, 2025: Historical insights, data protection regulations and current developments.
The TDDDG: What Osnabrück residents need to know about cookie rights!
In today's digital world, the question often arises: How secure is our data on the Internet really? The use of cookies in particular moves people's minds because, on the one hand, they increase the comfort of surfing, but on the other hand, they also raise data protection concerns. A look at the current legal situation shows that there are clear regulations here and the topic is still very topical.
What is behind cookies? Cookies are small files that are stored by websites on the user's device and can contain information. This information is not automatically classified as personal data, but the classification depends on the circumstances of the individual case. For example, the language setting on a website – if it cannot be linked to a person – can be considered non-personal. However, if it is linked to a registration, it counts as personal data. dsb.gv.at explains this clearly.
New data protection law and its meaning
An important aspect of data protection in Germany is the Telemedia Digital Services Data Protection Act (TDDDG), which has been in force since December 1, 2021. This law supplements the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and regulates in particular access to data on end devices. It combines regulations from various laws and implements the ePrivacy Directive. The TDDDG clarifies that storage and access to information is only permitted with the user's consent, unless they are technically necessary cookies that are essential for the functionality of a website. dr-datenschutz.de refers to this.
A central element of the TDDDG is the mandatory cookie banner, which must provide users with clear information and the opportunity to consent and object. Users should not experience any tricks such as “nudging” or “dark patterns” that force them to consent. Violations of this law can be punished with severe fines of up to 300,000 euros. This shows how seriously the supervisory authorities take these regulations.
Consequences for the digital landscape
With the new legal requirements, the landscape of cookies and data protection frameworks is becoming increasingly clear. While the opt-in principle, which has been in effect since 2009, caused legal uncertainty for a long time, the TDDDG finally creates clear conditions. Applications that are not compliant face consequences. This is particularly important for operators of websites and online services.
Overall, it can be said that the legal framework surrounding cookies and data protection has changed permanently with the entry into force of the TDDDG. Users can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing that their data may not be used without their consent - an important step forward in protecting privacy on the Internet.