As you navigate our website, we may sometimes place cookies on your device. This document explains which cookies we store, the different reasons why we store them and the choices that you can make regarding their storage and use. In continuing to use our website, you are indicating your agreement with our use of cookies.
A cookie is a small data file made up of letters and numbers that is stored on your browser or device when you visit our website. They distinguish you from other users, which helps deliver a good experience when you visit the website. They also help in identifying potential improvements that may be made to the website.
Our website employs both session cookies and persistent cookies:
Session cookies: Session cookies gather information regarding your activities while browsing our website. These are temporary cookies that are deleted once you close your browser or log out of the site.
Persistent cookies: These cookies are permanent cookies that stay on your computer/device until they expire or are deleted. Their use enables us to offer a more personalized browsing experience when you return to our site.
The following list describes the types and functions of the cookies we use on our site:
Strictly necessary cookies. These are cookies that are necessary for our website to operate and offer certain features. For example, cookies that enable you to log into our website.
Analytical or performance cookies: These allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and record how they interact with our website. This helps us to improve the operation of our website, for example, by making sure that you easily find what you are looking for.
Functionality cookies: These cookies allow our website to recognize you on return visits. This enables us to remember your username and chosen preferences so we can offer an enhanced experience whenever you use our website.
Advertising cookies: These cookies (also known as 'targeting' cookies) gather data concerning the number of visits you make to our website, the number of pages you view while there, and which links you click on. This data is used to offer relevant advertising and measure the efficacy of our ad campaigns.
Third parties (e.g., advertising networks and web traffic analytics services) may also use cookies, over which we have no control. These cookies collect data about your device and usage, typically for analytical, performance, or targeting purposes.
You can set your browser to accept or reject cookies, and you can delete cookies in your browser. These options are available in your browser settings. Rejecting or deleting cookies may cause some website functions to be unavailable to you.