The primary objective of this policy is to provide a detailed explanation of cookies, their functions, and the ways in which you can control and manage them while engaging with or browsing our websites. Throughout your visit to or utilization of our online platforms, it is crucial for us to ensure transparency and clarity regarding the nature and purpose of cookies.
Purpose
This policy aims to enhance your understanding of the role cookies play in enhancing your online experience, as well as to empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to manage them effectively during your interaction with our websites.
What are cookies?
Cookies, which are diminutive text files, are strategically positioned on your device when you engage with our websites. It is essential to note that these files, despite their presence, do not encapsulate any of your personal data. Instead, their purpose lies in establishing an association between you and a specific device during your visit to our online platforms.
The utilization of cookies is a widespread practice across various websites, and for a more comprehensive understanding of their functionalities, you can explore additional information on this topic at All About Cookie
Why do we use cookies?
Cookies provide several useful functions to you, including:
- granting you access to restricted content
- tailoring our website’s functionality to you personally by letting us remember your preferences, location, or device type
- improving our website performance
- understanding who our audience is so that we can provide content most relevant to you
- allowing third parties to provide services to our website; and
- helping us deliver interest-based advertising where appropriate in compliance with the applicable laws.
What types of cookies do we use?
We employ a variety of cookies on our websites, and it’s important to distinguish between those placed by us and those placed by third parties, which may include suppliers or advertisers. The lifespan of these cookies on your device varies; they might be deleted at the end of your browsing session, after a predetermined duration, or persist until manually deleted.
Our use of cookies can be categorized as follows:
- Strictly Necessary: These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website and cannot be disabled in our systems. Typically triggered by your actions, such as requesting services, setting privacy preferences, logging in, or completing forms, they ensure core functionalities.While you have the option to configure your browser to block or notify you about these cookies, it’s important to note that certain parts of the website may not function properly without them.Note: Strictly Necessary cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
- Performance: Designed to enhance the performance of our site, these cookies enable us to track visits and traffic sources. By collecting aggregated and anonymous data, we gain insights into popular and less-visited pages, facilitating continuous improvement.If you choose to disable these cookies, the site may not be optimized for performance during your use.
- Targeting: Cookies falling into this category may be set by our advertising partners. They serve the purpose of creating a profile of your interests, enabling the display of relevant advertisements on other sites.It’s crucial to recognize that while these cookies do not directly store personal information, they rely on unique identifiers for your browser and internet device. Opting out of these cookies may result in receiving less tailored advertising aligned with your interests.
Deleting cookies
By default, your internet browser is configured to automatically accept cookies, but you have the option to customize your settings to disallow their acceptance. Additionally, you can manually delete cookies; however, it’s essential to be aware that our websites rely on cookies for optimal functionality. Deleting them may render the websites unusable.
If you are interested in learning how to delete cookies, comprehensive guidance can be found at Digital Trends, providing step-by-step instructions for managing cookies effectively. It is worth noting that while you have the flexibility to adjust your browser settings or delete cookies manually, it is recommended to exercise caution, especially considering that our websites depend on cookies to deliver a seamless and efficient user experience.
Updates to this policy
From time to time, modifications may be made to this policy. In the event of substantial alterations to the content of this policy, we are committed to ensuring your awareness of such changes. This commitment extends to providing you with clear and noticeable notifications, either prominently displayed on our website or conveyed through email communication.
We recognize the importance of keeping you informed about any significant adjustments to this policy, as it directly impacts your understanding of our practices and your continued engagement with our services. Our intention is to maintain transparency and keep you well-informed regarding any material changes that may occur in this policy over time.