Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data that are stored on your internet-enabled device by websites you visit. They are used to remember information about your visit to the site, such as your preferred language and other settings, so you don’t have to input them again when you return. Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services (third-party cookies). To learn more about cookies and how they work, visit All About Cookies.
Types of Cookies Used on Our Website
Our website uses different categories of cookies, including:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the website to function and deliver you a secure browsing experience. They enable core functionalities such as user logins, account management, and access to our content.
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Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they receive error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect personal information that would allow us to identify individual users. The data collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous and is used to improve the performance of our site.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies enable the website to remember your choices, such as your research preferences, language preferences, and regions you are interested in, thus improving your visit and experience on our website. They can also be used to remember changes you make to improve your experience the next time you visit us.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
If you wish to manage, delete or disable some or all cookies, you can do so by adjusting your browser settings. These settings are typically found in the ‘options’ or ‘preferences’ menu of your browser. For detailed instructions, check the help center or the browser’s ‘about’ page. You can also use browser extensions or add-ons available for most browsers. Remember that if you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not work properly, and your user experience might be affected.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website sometimes uses third-party cookies to report on ad impressions, other website activities, or for purchaser advertising purposes. We may engage third parties for, example, web analytics to help us improve our website and services. These third parties can also use cookies, over which we have no control. These cookies are likely to be analytical/performance cookies or targeting cookies.
Consent and Control
By using our website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device unless you have set your browser to reject them. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by contacting us at [email protected]. Please note that if you block or delete cookies, not all features of our site will function as intended.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure experience on our website.
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader Privacy Policy and is subject to change to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR. Any updates will be reflected in the ‘Last Updated’ date above.