What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device by websites that you visit. They are widely used in order to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and your right to control them.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Description | Lifespan | Necessity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for the basic functionality of our site, such as storing your consent preferences (e.g., the `cookieChoice` item in localStorage). The site cannot function properly without these. | Persistent (up to 1 year) | Strictly Necessary |
| Functional | Allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. | Session / Persistent | Optional |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve site structure and content. | Up to 2 years | Optional |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences. We store this choice locally in your browser so you are not asked on every page load.
Browser Opt-Out Instructions
In addition to our on-site banner, most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit standard instructional pages for your specific browser:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies (or Manage Website Data).
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data.
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies (including essential ones) via your browser settings, some parts of our website may not function correctly.