Cookies Policy

Last Updated: December 11, 2024

Introduction
We value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies. This policy explains the types of cookies we use, their purpose, and how you can manage your preferences.

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over time, making your experience more efficient.

How We Use Cookies
Our website uses cookies for several reasons:

• To enhance your experience on the site by remembering your preferences and settings.

• To analyze how visitors use the site, allowing us to improve its functionality.

• To enable third-party services to operate correctly on the site, such as payment processing and analytics.

Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their origin, duration, and function.

1. By Origin

   • First-party Cookies: These are set by our website to improve your user experience, like remembering your language preferences.

   • Third-party Cookies: These are set by external services, such as Google Analytics and Stripe, which help us gather data and provide additional features.

2. By Duration

   • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are erased once you leave the site or close your browser.

   • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device and are used during subsequent visits until they expire or are deleted.

3. By Function

   • Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly and cannot be turned off. They include things like authentication and session management.

   • Preference Cookies: These cookies store information about how you like to use the site, such as your language or layout preferences.

   • Analytics Cookies: These help us track how visitors interact with our site, providing insights into behavior, page views, and interactions, so we can improve the user experience.

Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting the settings in your browser. You may choose to block or delete cookies, though this may affect your ability to use certain features of the website. Below are guides for managing cookies on various browsers:

• Microsoft Edge

• Google Chrome

• Mozilla Firefox

• Safari

• Opera

• Safari Mobile

• Internet Explorer (various versions)

Third-Party Cookies
We rely on third-party services to provide certain functionalities on our site. These services may place cookies on your device:

• Google: Uses cookies like NID and CONSENT for personalized ads and language preferences. Learn more about Google's cookies.

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance using cookies like _ga. This helps us understand user interactions. Opt-out of Google Analytics.

• Cloudflare: Uses cookies to optimize site security and performance. Learn more about Cloudflare's cookies.

• Stripe: For secure payment processing, Stripe uses cookies to manage transactions. Read Stripe's cookie policy.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy occasionally. When changes occur, we will post the updated version on this page and include the "Last Updated" date at the top.