Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data that a website asks your browser to store on your device, either temporarily for that session only (a “session” cookie) or permanently (until you delete the cookie). They are used by most websites to function effectively, as well as to track browsing patterns and collect information about users.
Types of Cookies Used on This Website
This website uses cookies to enhance the user experience and for website functionality, performance, and advertising purposes. The types of cookies we use include:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for navigating the website and using its features, such as accessing secure areas of the site. Without these cookies, services like account registration cannot be provided.
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Performance Cookies: These collect data on how visitors use our website, for instance which pages users visit most often. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. It is only used to improve your user experience on our website.
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Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They can also be used to remember changes you have applied to prevent repetitive information from being shown.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver ads that are more relevant to you, or to limit the number of times you see an advertisement. They remember that you have visited our website and may help us understand your behavior after you see one of our ads.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you wish to control, manage, or delete cookies, you can do so through your browser’s settings. Each browser has its own instructions for managing cookie preferences:
- Google Chrome: Click on the ‘Settings’ menu and choose ‘Options’. Then click on ‘Under the Hood’ and navigate to the ‘Privacy’ section.
- Mozilla Firefox: Click on the menu icon, then select ‘Options’, and go to the ‘Privacy’ panel.
- Internet Explorer: Click on the ‘Tools’ menu, then select ‘Internet Options’, and proceed to the ‘Privacy’ tab.
- Safari: Choose the ‘Develop’ menu and select ‘Cookie Background/Foreground’. Alternatively, click on ‘Preferences’ and navigate to the ‘Privacy’ panel.
For any browser, you can also visit the About Cookies website (www.aboutcookies.org) which provides detailed guidance for all modern browsers.
Third-Party Cookies
This website may use third-party service providers to serve ads or provide other functionality. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites or online services. They may use this data to provide you with advertising tailored to your interests, as well as for analytics and regulatory compliance purposes.
Consent and Control
We aim to comply with the GDPR, ePrivacy Directive (including the E-Privacy Regulation once it comes into effect), CCPA, and UK GDPR. We provide information about cookies in our Privacy Policy and seek consent where required by law, as well as offer the ability to opt-out of non-essential cookies through our cookie management tool accessible via our website.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. You can change your cookie settings at any time by clicking on the “Cookie Settings” link available on our website’s homepage or by contacting us at [email protected].
Please note that if you disable cookies, certain features of our website may not function as intended.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].
This Cookie Policy is subject to change, and we advise you to review it periodically for any changes. The last update of this policy was on January 1, 2024.