Cookie Policy
Introduction
We value transparency and aim to keep you fully informed about how we collect and use data, especially when it comes to cookies. To learn more about how we handle your personal information and our role as data controller, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand how, when, and why cookies are used on our website.
If you’re looking for information on managing or disabling cookies, scroll down to the “How can I change my cookie settings?” section. However, we encourage you to read this entire policy first.
What You’ll Find in This Policy
- Our use of cookies
- What cookies are
- Types of cookies we use and their purposes
- Essential cookies
- Preference and functionality cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Marketing cookies
- Third-party cookies
- How to manage your cookie preferences
- Opt-out options
- Browser settings
- Flash cookie settings
- Policy updates
Why We Use Cookies
When you access our website, your browser receives cookies from us. Except for strictly necessary cookies required for site functionality, we will request your consent to use cookies during your first visit.
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website—making navigation smoother, remembering your preferences, and optimizing site performance.
Although cookies typically do not directly identify users, some of the data collected through cookies may be linked to personal information we store. Please refer to our Privacy Policy to learn more about what personal data we collect and process.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and settings—such as login info, language choices, and other preferences—so you don’t have to re-enter them on each visit.
Cookies support smooth navigation, enhance performance, and may ensure that advertising and other content is relevant to you.
We also use similar technologies that store data on your browser or device, or associate unique identifiers with it. For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies as “cookies.”
Cookies vary based on their duration, source domain, and storage method:
By duration:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
By origin:
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you’re visiting.
- Third-party cookies: Set by domains other than the one you’re visiting, such as services embedded on our site.
By storage:
- Browser cookies: Stored in your browser; only accessible within that browser.
- Flash cookies: Stored outside the browser and accessible across different browsers on the same device.
For more about cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
Types of Cookies We Use and Their Purposes
Essential Cookies
These cookies are crucial for the website’s core functionality. They help with navigation, security, and access to restricted areas. They may also assist in optimizing content delivery for better performance and load speed.
Essential cookies don’t contain personally identifiable information and are not linked to any user ID. Disabling them may cause some features of the website to stop working correctly.
Preference and Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences—like language, region, or user settings—and provide enhanced features such as video playback or live chat services.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use our website. This includes data on page visits, time spent, click activity, browser type, and geographic region (approximate). These insights help us improve site usability and performance.
The data collected is aggregated and/or pseudonymized. Tools like heatmaps or anonymized session recordings may be used for analysis.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies track browsing behavior across websites to display content and ads tailored to your interests.
We may use services such as FastTrack to manage marketing communications. These cookies help us personalize content, evaluate campaign performance, and deliver targeted ads. Some cookies may be set by our marketing partners and affiliates, which may include banners or sponsored content.
For more information on personalized advertising and your choices, visit www.youronlinechoices.eu.
Third-Party Cookies
External services or content embedded in our website (e.g. videos, analytics tools, or advertisements) may place cookies on your device. These third-party cookies may track your activity across websites and are also used in connection with affiliate marketing links.
In some cases, we contract these third parties to provide services; in others, the cookies result from content hosted outside of our domain.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over your cookie settings at any time. Here’s how you can manage them:
Opting Out of Third-Party Services
Some third-party tools allow you to opt out of data tracking directly via their own settings, such as:
We also suggest visiting www.youronlinechoices.eu for broader options regarding ad personalization.
Adjusting Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookie behavior through settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience, such as loss of personalization.
Instructions by browser:
- Internet Explorer
Go to Tools > Internet Options > General tab > Settings under Browsing History. Choose which cookies to delete. [More info here.] - Firefox
Open Menu > Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data > Manage Data. [More info here.] - Safari (desktop)
Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data. [More info here.] - Chrome
Menu > Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data. You can block or remove cookies from there. [More info here.] - Safari (mobile)
[Visit Apple’s support page for mobile instructions.]
For other browsers, check your browser’s help resources or official website for guidance.
Disabling Flash Cookies
Flash cookies aren’t controlled through browser settings. If you’d like to disable Flash cookies, follow the instructions [here]. Note that doing so may affect site performance and limit certain features.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time for technical, legal, or business reasons.
Major changes—such as new types of data processing, services, or technologies—will be communicated to you, and we’ll request your renewed consent where legally required.
Minor changes—such as wording clarifications or formatting—may not require notification, but we recommend checking this page regularly to stay informed.
Your continued use of our services after updates means you agree to the revised policy.
