Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit websites. They help websites remember preferences, identify sessions, and compile statistical metrics about usage patterns.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to analyze web traffic, remember language settings, and optimize page load speeds. The categories of cookies we use include:

  • Essential Cookies: Required to enable core layout displays and secure routing.
  • Performance & Analytics: Help us aggregate anonymous session telemetry to improve user experience.

3. Managing Cookie Settings

You can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, disabling cookies may prevent some aspects of our website from loading or rendering correctly. To learn more about cookie management, refer to your browser's documentation.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential: Required for core functionality, session management, and security.
  • Performance & Analytics: Help us understand usage patterns to improve content and performance.
  • Functional: Remember preferences like language or display settings to improve your experience.
  • Advertising: Third-party tracking cookies used for ad personalisation and delivery (where applicable).

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party services (analytics, social widgets, content delivery) to set cookies. These providers have their own privacy policies and controls; we recommend reviewing them to manage third-party cookie preferences.

6. Consent & Withdrawal

By using our site, you consent to the placement of cookies as described. You can withdraw or modify consent at any time by changing your browser settings or using opt-out mechanisms provided by third parties.

7. Cookie Retention

Cookie lifespans vary by purpose and provider; some are session cookies that expire when you close your browser, while others persist for months for convenience or analytics.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Material updates will be communicated via the website. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance.