Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies help us understand how you use our website, remember your preferences, and improve your experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often. This data helps us improve website performance.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing activity to show you relevant advertisements. They may be set by us or third-party advertising partners.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third-party companies that may set cookies on your device. These include:

3.1 Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website analytics and user behavior tracking
• Cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat_gtag_*
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

3.2 Google Maps

• Purpose: Display interactive maps and location services
• Cookies: NID, CONSENT, 1P_JAR
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

3.3 Social Media Plugins

If we use social media sharing buttons, these platforms may set cookies:

• Facebook: Privacy Policy
• Twitter: Privacy Policy
• LinkedIn: Privacy Policy

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Essential Operations: Enable core website functionality and security
• User Experience: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics: Understand how visitors use our website
• Performance: Monitor and improve website speed and reliability
• Marketing: Show relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
• Fraud Prevention: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

Note: Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

5.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

• Network Advertising Initiative: Opt-out Tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Consumer Choice Page
• Google Ads Settings: Ad Personalization

6. Cookie List

Below is a detailed list of cookies we use:

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can manage cookies through your browser settings or our consent banner.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through our contact page.