Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their sites are used.

Cookies may be either "persistent" cookies or "session" cookies. A persistent cookie remains on your device when you go offline, while a session cookie is deleted as soon as you close your web browser.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes. These cookies fall into the following categories:

2.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

Examples include: User authentication cookies, security cookies, and cookies needed to load the website properly.

2.2 Preference Cookies

These cookies enable our website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or the region you are in. They allow us to provide a more personalized experience.

Examples include: Language preference cookies, font size preference cookies, and previously viewed pages cookies.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us measure and improve the performance of our site.

Examples include: Cookies that track which pages are most popular, how long visitors stay on a page, and how they arrived at our site.

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are set to display targeted advertisements based on your interests and online behavior.

Examples include: Cookies used by advertising networks to build a profile of your interests and show relevant ads on other sites.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include:

• Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
• Social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)
• Advertising networks
• Payment processors

These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites. This information may be used to provide measurement services, targeted ads, or to improve the effectiveness of their services.

4. Cookie Management

4.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you wish to accept. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

4.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers also allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, if you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of our website may not function properly.

The methods for managing cookies vary by browser:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

4.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers incorporate a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that, when turned on, signals to websites and online services that you do not want to be tracked. Because there is not yet a common understanding of how to interpret DNT signals, our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can use the range of other tools we provide to control data collection and use.

5. Cookies We Use

The following table provides specific information about the cookies we use on our website:

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: