Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 12/8/2025

1. Understanding Cookies

Understanding cookies begins with recognizing them as small text files saved to your device. They capture browsing activity and preference data. Cookies enable device identification, preference memory, platform analysis, and improved user experience. Browsers generally accept cookies by default with customizable settings for rejection.

2. Deployed Cookie Types

Deployed cookie types include Essential deployment for platform functionality, Functional deployment for user preferences, Analytics deployment for usage understanding, and Performance deployment for speed enhancement. Deployed types serve specific operational and experiential purposes. Deployment includes first-party (our) and third-party (external) cookies.

3. Indispensable Cookies

Indispensable cookies are vital for platform operation and cannot be deactivated. They enable core features including user authentication, security functions, session management, and basic navigation capabilities. Without indispensable cookies, key services like login functionality, account entry, and security protections cease operating. Personal marketing information collection is not their function.

4. Analytics & Performance Cookies

Analytics and performance cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform. They collect information about page visits, traffic sources, click patterns, and session duration. This data is aggregated and anonymous, used to improve platform performance, identify technical issues, and enhance user experience. You can opt-out of analytics cookies without affecting core functionality.

5. Functional & Preference Cookies

Functional and preference cookies remember your choices and settings to provide personalized experiences. They store information like language preferences, display settings, theme choices, and customized layouts. These cookies enhance usability by remembering your preferences across sessions. Disabling functional cookies may result in having to reset preferences on each visit and reduced personalization features.

6. Outside Integration Cookies

Outside integration cookies are set by external integrations on our platform, including analytics systems, ad services, and social media features. These cookies may track activity across multiple websites. We lack control over outside integration cookies or practices. Management occurs through browser settings or integration-provided opt-out tools. Review integration privacy policies for detailed information.

7. User-Controlled Cookie Settings

User-controlled cookie settings are accessible within browser interfaces. User control allows viewing, deleting, and blocking cookies according to desires. Settings can accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or provide cookie placement notifications. Note that blocking certain cookies may reduce platform functionality and user experience levels. Browser support sections contain comprehensive user control guidance.

8. Cookie Lifespan Information

Cookie lifespan information varies according to type and function. Session-based cookies expire upon browser closure and are temporary in nature. Persistent-type cookies remain stored for specified durations or until manual deletion, spanning days to years. Essential cookies generally last during sessions, while preference and analytics cookies may persist longer for settings retention and long-term pattern analysis.

9. Cookie Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Material changes may be communicated through platform notifications or email. Continued use of our platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed.

10. Privacy Question Portal

Privacy question portal for cookie inquiries is accessible through designated website contact channels. Our team maintains transparency commitment and addresses portal questions promptly. Support is available for cookie settings assistance or privacy rights exercise. Portal questions receive responses within 5-7 business days standard.