Cookie Policy

COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: 3/20/24

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and your options for managing them. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, you should disable cookies in your browser settings or refrain from using our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They enable the site to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions. This helps websites function more efficiently and provides analytics data to website owners.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

1. Ensure Website Functionality

   • Some cookies are essential for our site to operate correctly. Without these cookies, certain features may not work as intended.

2. Enhance User Experience

   • Cookies remember user preferences (e.g., language settings) so you don’t have to re-enter information each time you visit.

3. Analyze Performance and Usage

   • We use analytics cookies to better understand how visitors interact with our site, helping us improve our services and content.

4. Deliver Relevant Content and Advertising

   • Marketing or advertising cookies track user browsing habits to deliver more relevant ads or promotions.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

   • These are essential for the basic functionality and security of our site. They do not store personally identifiable information.

2. Performance Cookies

   • Also known as “analytics cookies,” these collect information about how you use our site (e.g., pages visited, time spent). This data is aggregated and anonymous, used only to improve site performance.

3. Functionality Cookies

   • These remember your preferences and settings, such as language selection or login details, providing a more personalized experience.

4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

   • These cookies track your browsing activity to help us deliver more relevant ads or promotional messages. They may be set by us or third-party partners.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may partner with third parties—such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or advertisers—to place cookies on your device. These cookies help us:

• Measure site traffic and usage trends
• Deliver targeted advertising
• Analyze your interests or preferences

Third-party cookies are governed by their respective privacy policies, so we encourage you to review those policies for more information.

5. Cookie Management and Consent

1. Browser Settings

   • Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies entirely or to notify you when a cookie is sent.

2. Cookie Consent Banner

   • Where required by law (e.g., GDPR), we display a cookie banner on your first visit, allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

3. Opting Out of Targeted Ads

   • You can opt out of many third-party advertising networks through organizations like the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA).

6. Data Protection

While cookies do not typically store personally identifiable information, some data collected through cookies may be combined with other personal information you have provided to us. In such cases, this Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.

7. Retention Periods

We only retain cookies for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Retention periods vary based on the type of cookie—session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain until they expire or are manually deleted.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in regulations, technology, or our business practices. When we update this policy, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top. Any significant changes will be communicated via our website or other appropriate channels.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights under applicable data protection laws, please reach out to us at:

Email: [email protected]