Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as user login, account management, and security features. The website cannot be used properly without strictly necessary cookies.

Examples:

• Session cookies for maintaining your logged-in state
• Security cookies for fraud prevention
• Load balancing cookies for website performance
• Cookie consent preferences

2. Performance Cookies

Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if error messages are received. These cookies help us improve website performance and user experience.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies
• Page load time measurement
• Error tracking cookies
• Website usage statistics

3. Targeting Cookies

Targeting cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used by advertising networks to build a profile of your interests and show relevant ads on other websites.

Examples:

• Advertising cookies from partners
• Social media cookies
• Remarketing cookies
• Conversion tracking cookies

4. Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples:

• Language preference cookies
• Font size and display preferences
• Saved form data
• Chat widget preferences

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We use these services to enhance functionality and understand how our website is used.

Third-party services we use include:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and user behavior analysis
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
• Live Chat Services: For customer support
• Social Media Platforms: For social sharing features

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

The duration of cookies varies depending on their purpose, ranging from a few hours to several years.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• 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

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Advertising cookies: Your Online Choices

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may not be able to log in or maintain your session
• Your preferences and settings will not be saved
• Some features may not work as intended
• You may have a less personalized experience

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.