Cookies Policy

Cookies Policy

What are Cookies?

A cookie is a small piece of data sent from our website to your browser, which is then stored on your device. Cookies help us remember your preferences and settings when you interact with our site.

Why Are Cookies Used?

We use cookies for several reasons:

• To authenticate and authorize access to certain areas of the site
• To track user behavior, such as page views and navigation patterns
• To personalize your experience based on your browsing history and preferences
• To enhance security by detecting potential threats

Essential Cookies

These are cookies that are strictly necessary for our website to function properly. Examples include:

• Session IDs: These cookies help us identify and authenticate you during a single session.
• Security tokens: These cookies store temporary data used to validate user actions.

We do not require your consent to use essential cookies as they are crucial to the operation of our site.

Session Cookies

These cookies are stored on your device temporarily while you browse our website. They help us:

• Track page views and navigation patterns
• Detect potential threats

Session cookies expire when you close your browser or after a maximum time period, depending on your settings.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device until they reach their expiration date or are manually deleted. We use persistent cookies to:

• Store user preferences (e.g., language and formatting options)
• Recognize returning users

We obtain consent for using persistent cookies from our users.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance the functionality of our website by storing information such as:

• Login credentials: To remember you after a successful login
• Customization settings: Such as font size, color scheme, or layout

You can control functional cookies through your browser settings and delete them when needed.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

We use third-party analytics tools to collect data on user behavior. These cookies help us:

• Understand traffic patterns and areas for improvement
• Identify technical issues affecting our site's performance

These analytics cookies do not store personally identifiable information but track aggregated data.

Preference and Language Settings

We offer options to customize language, formatting, and other settings through persistent cookies. You can update these preferences by accessing your account or settings page.

Login/Session Continuity

Our login persistence system allows users to remain signed in without having to reauthenticate when returning to our site after a short period of time (up to 30 minutes).

Device Recognition

We store information about the device type and browser used for:

• Improving user experience by adapting content according to their capabilities
• Enhancing security measures against potential threats

Security-Related Cookies

We use security-related cookies to detect anomalies in browsing behavior that may indicate unauthorized access or malicious activity. These cookies are set when you initiate a secure transaction.

Browser Storage Technologies

Our website stores small amounts of data locally using browser storage technologies (localStorage and sessionStorage). This information is temporary and does not persist across sessions.

Third-Party Integrations

We embed third-party scripts to provide services like analytics, marketing, or communication tools. These integrators may use cookies or other tracking methods in compliance with their own policies.

Marketing/Communication Preferences

You can control our marketing communications by updating your settings on the relevant pages.

Cookie Consent Management

Upon accessing certain areas of our site requiring persistent cookies, you will be presented with a cookie consent notification. We respect users' rights to choose and manage these preferences.

Browser Cookie Controls

Most browsers allow users to view or block specific types of cookies (including third-party tracking cookies). Please refer to your browser's documentation for instructions on managing cookies:

• Google Chrome: Manage Cookies
• Mozilla Firefox: Manage Permissions

Clearing or Disabling Cookies

To clear all cookies, please refer to your browser's documentation for steps on managing and clearing data:

• Google Chrome: Delete browsing data
• Mozilla Firefox: Manage Data Storage

Site Functionality Impact When Cookies Are Disabled

While some features might not function properly without cookies, you will still be able to access essential areas of our site. However:

• You may encounter limited functionality on certain pages
• Some options (like personalized settings) will not save changes

Please refer back to these explanations when needed.

Technical Diagnostics and Performance Optimisation

We continuously monitor performance issues through aggregated analytics data and user feedback, updating our platform accordingly for optimal browsing experiences. We strive for transparency regarding technical and analytical efforts on the site.

Aggregated Analytics Information

All tracking is anonymized and does not collect personal identifiable information. This ensures you maintain control over your private information while still contributing to improving our service through aggregate insights.

User Experience Improvements

Your feedback plays a crucial role in tailoring features, layouts, or content formats for enhanced usability and engaging interaction on our site.