What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. These files help websites remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and display preferences) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another. They can also be used to track browsing habits to tailor advertising to your interests.
How Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. Unfortunately, in most cases, there are no industry-standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to this site. It is recommended that you leave all cookies on if you are not sure whether you need them, as they may provide services that you use.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies on our website, each serving different purposes to enhance your experience:
1. Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not function properly.
2. Analytical/Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They enable us to measure and improve the performance of our site, providing insights into which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around the site.
3. Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. The information collected by these cookies is typically anonymized, meaning it does not track your browsing activity on other websites.
4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies remember that you have visited a website and may be shared with other organizations, such as advertisers. Targeting cookies are often linked to site functionality provided by the other organization.
Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we use cookies provided by trusted third parties. These cookies may track things like how long you spend on the site or the pages you visit, helping us to continue producing engaging content. For instance, we use Google Analytics to help us understand how you use our site and find ways to improve your experience.
How Can You Control Cookies?
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. However, please be aware that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and many other websites you visit. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, though your access to some functionality and areas of our site may be restricted.
Managing Cookies on Your Browser
If you'd like to manage or disable cookies, this can be done through your browser settings. Each browser has different methods for managing cookies, so please consult the help section of your browser for detailed instructions. Below are some general steps for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to the "Settings" menu, navigate to "Privacy and Security," and choose "Cookies and other site data" to manage your preferences.
- Mozilla Firefox: In the menu, select "Options," then go to "Privacy & Security" where you can control cookie settings under the "Cookies and Site Data" section.
- Microsoft Edge/Internet Explorer: Navigate to "Settings," select "Privacy, search, and services," and under the "Cookies and site permissions" section, you can manage or block cookies.
- Safari: In the "Preferences" menu, click on "Privacy" to view and manage your cookie settings.
Please note that if you disable cookies, certain features of this website may not function as intended.
More Information
For more information about our use of cookies, please feel free to contact us via our support page. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that you have control over the information we collect through cookies.
This cookie policy was last updated on January 25, 2024.