Cookie Information
How cookies support site settings, security, and basic functionality
About Cookies
Cookies are small text files saved on your device when you browse a website. They help the site remember certain details from your visit and support everyday features.
Cookies do not run programs or install malware, and they don’t store personal data unless you choose to provide it through the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
- Support core site features
- Help keep sessions secure
- Remember sign-in related settings
- Needed for basic operation
Performance Cookies
- Gather usage information in aggregated form
- Help evaluate site performance
- Point out areas to improve
- Support faster page delivery
Functional Cookies
- Remember preferences you choose
- Store display selections
- Keep language choices
- Save region options
Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies in a few common ways:
- Browser Controls: Most browsers include privacy options that let you allow, block, or remove cookies
- Consent Choice: Functional and performance cookies can be declined via the first-time consent banner
- Required Cookies: Essential cookies can’t be turned off without affecting important parts of the site
If some cookies are disabled, certain features may not work as expected.
Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, selected external providers may place their own cookies, such as:
- Analytics Services: Provide insight into general visitor behavior
- Payment Services: Support secure transaction handling
- Security Tools: Help reduce fraud and protect accounts
These providers follow their own policies and may process information under their respective terms.
How Long Cookies Stay
Different cookies can remain for different periods:
- Session Cookies: Temporary and removed when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Kept for a defined time (for example, days or months)
- First-Party Cookies: Created by our domain for site operations
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services used on the site
Policy Changes
We may update this notice as tools and requirements change. When updates are made, the effective date on this page will be adjusted accordingly.
Last Updated: January 14, 2026