Understanding Cookies
Details on Cookie Types: Cookies are small text files stored on your device that websites use to make user interactions more efficient. Our website utilizes both session cookies, which are temporary and disappear after you close your browser, and persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. We provide details on both types and their role in enhancing your website experience.Navigating Through Our Cookie Usage
We use the following types of cookies:- Strictly necessary cookies. These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personal information.
- Functional cookies. These cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
- Performance cookies. These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and is therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and we will not be able to monitor its performance.
- Targeting cookies. These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other websites. These cookies work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
- Personalised advertising cookies. We use third-party Ad Manager to deliver advertising on some of our web pages. In order to do this Manager may collect or receive information about you.
Other Party Cookies and Tracking Tools
Enhancing User Experience Through Cookies and Local Storage: We leverage cookies and local storage to provide essential functionalities that our users enjoy, such as accessing specific content or determining which of your contacts are online. Furthermore, we use these technologies to integrate social media features, video content, and links to other social networks, making it easier to share content across different platforms. Sometimes, the integration of these site features allows third parties to place cookies or local storage devices on your device. We recommend reading the privacy policies of these third parties carefully, as they are responsible for how they process your data. Some ad networks also allow you to adjust your preferences for internet browsing or opt out of targeted advertising.Alternative Site Analytics Techniques
Usage of Web Beacons in Our Digital SystemsCertain sections of our digital systems employ web beacons to track user visits and activity. This technology helps us, and our affiliates understand user behavior and improve service delivery.
Declining Cookie Use
You may choose to set your web browser to not accept cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, certain parts of the System may not function properly or as intended by us.Some of the areas of our System may contain electronic images known as web beacons (sometimes known as clear gifs) that allow the organization, and its third-party providers or affiliates, to count and track users who have visited certain portions of our System.
Miscellaneous
Cookie Policy InquiryIf you have questions about our cookie usage or this policy, please reach out directly. We are here to help clarify any doubts.