1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your browser or the hard drive of your computer or mobile device when you visit a webpage or application. They work to make your experience browsing our site as smooth as possible, remembering your preferences and helping us understand how the site is used.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize our cookies into three main types:
| Cookie Category | Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | session_id |
Required for the basic operation of our website, enabling core functions like security and network management. | Session |
| Functional | purequestsrtnst_cookie_pref |
Stores your consent preferences regarding cookie usage so the banner does not reappear constantly. | 1 Year |
| Analytics | _ga, _gid |
Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users and provide statistical data on how visitors use the website. | 2 Years |
3. Managing and Opting Out of Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can exercise your preferences when you first visit our site via the cookie banner at the bottom of the screen.
Furthermore, most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Here is how you can manage them in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Apple Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies.
To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.