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Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 23, 2026

How we use cookies

What are cookies?

Small text files stored on your device to remember preferences and understand site usage patterns.

Essential cookies

Required for basic site operation. Cannot be disabled as they're necessary for functionality.

Optional cookies

Analytics cookies require your consent. Change preferences anytime through your browser.

On this page
  • What Are Cookies
  • Cookie Types
  • Cookie Inventory
  • Manage Preferences
  • Third-Party Cookies
  • Policy Updates

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you interact with our content.

1.1 Why We Use Cookies

  • Remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Understand which content is valuable
  • Improve site navigation and functionality
  • Identify and fix technical issues

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Necessary Cookies

Essential for the website to function properly. You cannot opt out of necessary cookies.

Examples:

  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Session identifiers
  • Security tokens

2.2 Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We only set these with your consent.

What we track:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Navigation paths
  • Device and browser types
  • General geographic location

3. Cookie Inventory

Cookie Name Category Purpose Duration Optional?
cookiePreferences_v1 Necessary Stores your cookie consent choices 1 year No
session_id Necessary Maintains session state Session No
_ga Analytics Google Analytics - user tracking 2 years Yes
_gid Analytics Google Analytics - session tracking 24 hours Yes
_gat Analytics Google Analytics - throttle requests 1 minute Yes

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Through Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

  • Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics
  • Decline All: Only essential cookies will be set

4.2 Through Your Browser

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

5. Third-Party Cookies

5.1 Google Analytics

If you consent to analytics cookies, Google Analytics will set cookies. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5.2 Content Delivery Networks

We use CDNs to deliver fonts and libraries. These may set technical cookies but do not track behavior.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices. Changes will be posted with an updated date.

Questions About Cookies?

Contact us at: [email protected]

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