Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are used to distinguish you from other users on our website, which helps us provide you with a good user experience when you browse our site and also allows us to improve our service. Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (known as “first-party cookies”) or by third-party services (such as advertising networks) through that website (“third-party cookies”).
Types of Cookies We Use
This website uses different types of cookies, each serving a specific function:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services like commenting or logging in cannot be provided.
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Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use a website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect information that identifies a visitor; all information collected is aggregated and therefore anonymous. The purpose is to improve the functioning of our site.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. For instance, a functionality cookie can be used to remember your preferences for future visits.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver targeted ads or to limit the number of times you see an advertisement. They remember that you have visited a website and may help us understand your behavior after you see one of our ads, so we can measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you wish to manage, delete, or block cookies, you can do so through your browser’s settings. Each browser has its own instructions on how to manage cookies and your personal preferences regarding cookies; these are usually found in the ‘options’ or ‘preferences’ menu of your browser. You can also manually remove cookies stored in your browser; please refer to your browser’s help or manual for specific instructions on how to manage and delete cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
We may engage third parties to track and analyze usage and volumes of traffic to our website so that we can administer our site more effectively. In addition, some third-party cookies are placed by or with the consent of our third-party service providers – for example, to host our services on cloud infrastructure or to deliver targeted advertising.
Consent and Control
We respect your right to privacy and offer you the choice of opting out of certain types of cookies. By using this website after being informed of the use of cookies in the manner described here, you are consenting to our use of cookies for the purposes set out above. If you do not agree to such use, please see the ‘Managing or Deleting Cookies’ section for details on how to adjust your settings.
Please note that refusing certain cookies may result in less functional site and a less personalized experience.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
This Cookie Policy is in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ePrivacy Directive (also known as the Electronic Communications Privacy Directive), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the UK GDPR. It is subject to change, and we recommend that you review it regularly. The last update of this policy was made on January 1, 2024.