Cookies Policy

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device to remember information about you, such as your preferences and history while browsing the site. They help us provide a more personalized experience by saving settings, tracking session continuity, and improving overall functionality.

Why do we use Cookies?

We use cookies for several reasons:

1. Essential Cookies: These are necessary for our website to function properly, enabling basic interactions such as logging in or filling out forms.
2. Session Cookies: Temporary files that store information about your current session, expiring when you close your browser or log off.
3. Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device until deleted by the user, these cookies remember settings and preferences across sessions.

Cookie Categories

1. Essential: Necessary for basic functionality like logging in or filling out forms
2. Session: Temporary files that store information about your current session
3. Persistent: Stored on your device until deleted by the user
4. Functional: Enhance our website's usability and performance, such as storing language preferences or display settings
5. Analytics & Performance: Collect data to improve our platform's speed, security, and overall experience
6. Preference & Language Settings: Remember individual preferences for languages, layouts, or features

Cookie Usage

We use cookies in various ways:

1. Login/Session Continuity: Cookies help us track your login session, ensuring you remain signed-in between visits.
2. Device Recognition: We store information about the device and browser used to access our site
3. Security-Related: Some cookies are specifically designed for security purposes, like protecting against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks
4. Browser Storage Technologies: Cookies enable us to save data locally on your device, improving performance and convenience

Third-Party Integrations

We partner with external services for analytics, advertising, or communication reasons, which may set their own cookies:

1. Analytics & Performance Tools: Like Google Analytics, used to monitor traffic patterns and site optimization
2. Advertising Platforms: We work with third-party platforms like Google DoubleClick or Facebook Audience Network

Cookie Consent Management

To respect your preferences and ensure transparency, we provide the option to control cookie settings through our website:

1. Browser Cookie Controls: You can manage cookies directly from your browser's settings menu
2. Clearing/Disabling Cookies: If you wish to erase all saved information or completely disable cookies

Site Functionality Impact

Please note that disabling certain types of cookies may limit specific site features and functionality, including login session continuity.

Technical Diagnostics & Performance Optimisation

Our analytics and performance tools help us:

1. Track Platform Performance: Monitor our website's loading speed and response times
2. Aggregated Analytics Information: Understand aggregated data to enhance user experience

User Experience Improvements

We rely on user feedback, technical diagnostics, and cookie-based preferences to continually optimize the site for an improved browsing experience.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions regarding this Cookies Policy or if you require further clarification on how we use cookies.