Revised: Jan 13, 2024
Cookies are tiny files stored on the computer, mobile device, tablet, or other equipment utilized by a given User. These files are deployed through a server request from a specific web page to the user's web browser (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox). Importantly, cookies are entirely "passive"; devoid of software, viruses, or spyware, they lack the capability to access User hardware information.
Cookies serve to enhance the functionality and efficiency of the Website. They are indispensable for seamless browsing and utilization of the Website's services and features. Without these essential cookies, the Website may experience impaired functionality, hindering our ability to provide certain services or features.
Additionally, cookies contribute to the generation of anonymous statistics, aiding our comprehension of user preferences and usage patterns on the Website. This information allows us to enhance the Website's structure and content without identifying individual users. The Website may employ software such as Google Analytics, which incorporates cookies for these analytical purposes.
We utilize two main types of cookies – session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary files that persist on the User's device until the conclusion of their user session or until the web browser is closed. Conversely, persistent cookies remain on the User's device for a specified duration mentioned in the cookies themselves or until manually deleted by the User.
Processes
These cookies are designed to ensure the Website functions as expected. For instance, we utilize cookies to ascertain if you have previously signed up for a User Account.
Authentication and Security
These cookies aim to prevent fraud, safeguard your data from unauthorized access, and align with legal requirements. As an illustration, we use cookies to verify your login status in your User Account.
Preferences
Cookies within this category are meant to retain information about your service preferences and appearance choices. For example, we use a cookie to acknowledge whether you have declined permission to use your phone's geolocation data.
Notifications
Cookies in this category serve to enable or disable notifications regarding information or options that could enhance your Service usage. For example, a cookie may prevent the display of a signup notification if you have already viewed it.
Analytics
Cookies categorized under analytics assist us in understanding how visitors interact with the services.
Cookies, in isolation, do not contain any personal information and typically do not identify internet Users. Any personal data collected through cookie usage is solely for the facilitation of service use by the User. This data is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
Web and mobile browsers generally allow the storage of cookies by default. Users have the flexibility to modify these settings to block the automatic handling of cookies or receive notifications each time cookies are sent to their device. Detailed information on cookie options and management can be found in the browser settings. It is important to note that limiting cookie usage may impact certain features of the Website.
Contrary to viruses, cookies are simple text and do not consist of executable code. They cannot be duplicated, copied into other networks, initiated, or replicated. Browsers often include built-in privacy settings offering different acceptance levels for cookies, their validity period, and automatic deletion after a User visits a specific website.
Given their widespread use on major websites, cookies play a crucial role in online flexibility. Deactivating cookies may restrict user access to many commonly used websites, including YouTube, Yahoo, Gmail, and others.
Here are some recommendations for ensuring safe browsing while utilizing cookies:
It is possible to configure your browser to reject all cookies or accept them only from specific websites. Modern browsers, including those on computers and mobile devices, provide options to adjust cookie settings. Locate these settings in the "options" or "preferences" menu of your browser. For further guidance, use the links below or refer to the "help" menu in your browser.
Any future changes to our Cookie Notice will be promptly posted on this webpage.