Use of cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device (computer or mobile device).
To enhance site responsiveness for our users, we may utilize “cookies” or similar electronic tools. These help gather information by assigning each visitor a unique, random number as a User Identification (User ID) to comprehend individual interests using the Identified Computer. Unless you voluntarily identify yourself (through registration, for instance), we cannot personally identify you, even if we assign a cookie to your device. Cookies cannot read data from your hard drive. Additionally, our advertisers may assign their own cookies to your browser (if you click on their ads), a process beyond our control.
Our web servers automatically capture limited information about your device’s internet connection, including your IP address, upon visiting our site. Your IP address does not personally identify you but helps in delivering requested web pages, tailoring our site to user interests, measuring site traffic, and informing advertisers about visitor locations.
The Types of Cookies We Use and Their Function
We utilize cookies and similar tracking technologies for these functions:
- Essential Cookies. These are cookies necessary for the functioning of the website. They are set in response to your actions which request services such as privacy settings, login, or form submissions. If blocked, some parts of the site will not operate. These cookies store no personal data.
- Functionality Cookies. These cookies allow the site to offer improved functionality and personalization. They might be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we’ve incorporated into our pages. If disabled, some services may not work properly.
- Advertising Cookies. Set by our advertising partners, these cookies may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They store information indirectly and recognize your browser and internet device. Blocking these cookies will affect the targeted advertising you see.
- Analytics Cookies. These cookies enable us to tally visits and traffic sources for the purpose of measuring and enhancing the performance of our site. They assist us in determining which pages are most and least popular and in understanding how visitors navigate the site. The information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If these cookies are blocked, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.
Third-Party Practices Regarding Tracking and Cookies
Third party cookies and social networks
If you click on a hyperlink from Organization’s sites to any third-party sites (e.g. if you ‘share’ content from Organization’s sites with friends or colleagues through social networks), you may be sent cookies from these third-party sites. Third-party sites will have their own privacy and cookie policies which Organization cannot control. Please check the third-party sites for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
Variety of Data Tracking Methods
Our online environments incorporate web beacons, also known as clear GIFs, to track and analyze visitor behavior. This helps us and our affiliated third parties to enhance user engagement and service quality.
Strategies for Controlling Cookies
You have the option to reject cookies by changing the settings in your browser. Selecting this option may restrict access to certain parts of our website. If your settings allow cookies, our system will issue them when you visit our site. Be aware that third-party sites linked from our site might use cookies, over which we have no control.
Additional Policies
General Inquiries
For any questions or concerns you might have, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.
Refinements to Policy Terms
As we advance our technology and update our web services, this Policy will likely be revised to reflect these enhancements. We encourage you to visit this page regularly to understand our most current policy settings.