Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 11/23/2025

1. Cookie Technology Overview

Cookie technology overview covers small data files stored on devices when accessing platforms. Overview includes browsing behavior and preference information storage. Technology enables device recognition, settings retention, usage analysis, and improved user experience. Most browsers accept technology by default with control options.

2. Cookie Type Breakdown

Cookie type breakdown includes Essential cookies for core functionality, Functional cookies for settings memory, Analytics cookies for usage analysis, and Performance cookies for speed improvement. Breakdown types serve distinct operational and experiential purposes. First-party cookies are set by our platform; third-party by external services.

3. Critical Cookies

Critical cookies are vital for platform operation and cannot be deactivated. They enable core features including authentication processes, security functions, session management, and essential navigation capabilities. Without critical cookies, key services like user login, account entry, and platform security protections would cease functioning. These cookies do not gather marketing information.

4. Performance Data Cookies

Performance data cookies help us understand how visitors engage with services. They collect information regarding page views, traffic sources, user clicks, and duration metrics. This anonymous aggregated information enhances platform performance, identifies technical challenges, and improves user experiences. Core functions remain unaffected by data cookie opt-out.

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. External Integration Cookies

External integration cookies are placed by outside integrations on our platform, such as analytics providers, advertising platforms, and social features. These cookies may monitor browsing across various sites. We do not control external integration cookies or operations. Browser settings or integration-provided opt-out tools enable management. Consult integration privacy policies for comprehensive details.

7. Browser-Based Cookie Management

Browser-based cookie management provides control through settings interfaces. Management enables viewing, deleting, and blocking cookie functions. Browser-based options include accepting all cookies, rejecting all cookies, or receiving cookie notifications. Note that blocking certain cookies may reduce platform functionality and user experience. Browser documentation provides comprehensive management instructions.

8. Cookie Retention Times

Cookie retention times vary depending on type and function. Session retention cookies expire upon browser closure and are temporary. Persistent retention cookies remain on devices for specified timeframes or until manually removed, spanning days to years. Essential cookies usually last session durations, while preference and analytics cookies may persist longer for settings memory and long-term behavior analysis.

9. Revision and Update Notice

Revision and update notice: this Cookie Policy undergoes revisions and updates for technology, legal, or practice reasons. Revisions appear on this page with new dates. Material revisions may be communicated via platform notices or email. Continuing use after revisions constitutes acceptance. Regular notice review maintains current understanding.

10. Reach Our Privacy Team

Reach our privacy team for Cookie Policy questions through designated website contact channels. Team is committed to transparency and will reach back promptly with concern addressing. Support assistance for cookie settings or privacy rights is available. Privacy team reaches back within 5-7 business days typically.