Cookie Policy

Introduction This Cookie Policy explains how our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies, what types of cookies we use, why we use them, and your choices regarding cookies. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What are cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by your web browser when you visit a website. Cookies help the website recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage.

Types of cookies we use

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies

    • Purpose: Required for the website to function properly. They enable core site features such as secure login, page navigation, and access to secure areas.

    • Examples: session identifiers, shopping cart cookies.

    • Consent: These cookies are essential and cannot be switched off via our site.

  • Performance and Analytics Cookies

    • Purpose: Collect information about how visitors use the site (pages visited, time spent, error messages). Data is used to improve site performance and user experience.

    • Examples: analytics platform cookies.

    • Consent: Non-essential. We use aggregated, anonymized data to analyze site usage.

  • Functionality Cookies

    • Purpose: Remember choices you make (language preferences, region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

    • Examples: language preference cookie, saved form details.

    • Consent: Non-essential but enhance user experience.

  • Advertising and Targeting Cookies

    • Purpose: Track browsing behavior across websites to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad campaign performance.

    • Examples: third-party advertising network cookies.

    • Consent: Non-essential. These cookies may be placed by third parties and can track your activity across different sites.

Third-party cookies Some cookies are set by third-party service providers (for analytics, advertising, social media features). These third parties have their own cookie policies and are responsible for their use of cookies. We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing those third parties' privacy or cookie policies where available.

How we use cookies We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly.

  • Remember your preferences and settings.

  • Analyze and improve site performance and content.

  • Provide customized content and targeted advertising.

  • Generate aggregate statistics about site usage.

Legal bases for processing (where applicable) Where required by law, our use of non-essential cookies is based on your consent. Essential cookies are necessary for our legitimate interest in operating the site and providing requested services.

Managing and controlling cookies You can manage cookie preferences in several ways:

  • Cookie consent banner: When you first visit the site, you may be presented with a cookie banner/panel allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies and to set preferences.

  • Browser settings: Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies via settings (e.g., privacy or security settings). Blocking cookies may affect site functionality and your user experience.

  • Device settings: For mobile devices, you can control cookies and tracking via your device and browser settings.

  • Third-party opt-out: For targeted advertising cookies, some industry opt-out tools are available through advertising consortiums and ad networks. Please consult those third parties for opt-out mechanisms.

Cookie duration Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (e.g., days, months, years) or until you delete them. Specific cookie durations vary by cookie and third-party provider.

Changes to this Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When changes are significant, we will provide a prominent notice on the site. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised.

Contact If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us through our website’s contact form or the contact details provided in our Privacy Policy.