Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data that are stored on your browser or device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies allow a website to recognize a user’s device and store certain information, which can facilitate a smoother experience the next time you visit.
Types of Cookies Used on This Website
Our website utilizes several types of cookies, each serving a different purpose:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for navigating and using the site’s features, such as accessing secure areas of the website or remembering your cookie preferences. Without these cookies, some parts of our site would not function.
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Performance Cookies: These cookies collect data about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you experience any errors. They help us improve the site’s performance and user experience.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember choices you make (like your username or language preference) to tailor your experience on our website for enhanced personalization.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies collect information about your browsing habits and are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you on our website and third-party sites. They also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
You have the right to choose which cookies you accept or reject. You can manage your cookie preferences directly through our consent management tool, which is accessible by clicking on the “Cookies Preferences” link in the website’s footer. You can also delete all cookies that are already on your computer and most browsers can be configured to prevent them from being placed. If you do this, however, some parts of our site may not work as intended.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website sometimes uses third-party services to enhance the user experience, such as video playback or social media sharing capabilities. These entities may place their own cookies or tracking technologies on your browser or device, subject to their own privacy policies and terms of use. We do not control these third parties, and their cookies are not governed by this Cookie Policy.
Consent and Control
We ask for your consent before using certain cookies that are non-essential to the functionality of our site. You can provide this consent through our cookie consent management tool when you first visit our website or afterward as described above. If you wish to change your preferences, you can do so at any time by visiting the “Cookies Preferences” link in the website’s footer.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy is subject to updates and revisions as necessary, reflecting changes in laws, regulations, or the way we use cookies. Whenever we make significant changes to this policy, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies, or if you wish to exercise your rights under GDPR, ePrivacy, CCPA, or UK GDPR, please contact us at:
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with the requirements of GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR, ensuring that users’ personal data is protected and privacy is respected.