This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our platform, and your choices regarding cookies. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the platform to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are essential for the platform to work.
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our platform. These cookies help us:
- Count visitors and track how they navigate our platform
- Identify which pages are most popular
- Understand user behavior and preferences
- Improve our platform's performance and user experience
Services used: Google Analytics
Advertising Cookies
We use advertising cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. These cookies:
- Remember your preferences and interests
- Show you personalized advertisements
- Measure ad performance and effectiveness
- Prevent the same ad from being shown repeatedly
Services used: Google AdSense, Meta Pixel (Facebook Pixel), and other advertising networks
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:
- Remembering your saved filter preferences
- Storing your cookie consent preferences
- Maintaining your session information
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics and deliver advertisements. These third parties may set their own cookies or similar technologies on your device. We have no control over these cookies.
Third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google (Analytics, AdSense, Tag Manager)
- Meta/Facebook (Pixel, Analytics)
- Other advertising and analytics providers
Cookie Duration
Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate the platform.
Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and settings across visits.
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our platform, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer or by clearing your browser cookies.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our platform and some features may not function properly.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:
- Google Analytics Opt-out
- Google Ad Settings
- Facebook Ad Settings
- Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out
- Your Online Choices (EU)
GDPR and EU Users
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies. Under GDPR:
- We require your explicit consent before setting non-essential cookies
- You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time
- You can access, modify, or delete your personal data
- You have the right to object to processing of your personal data
Our cookie consent banner provides you with granular control over which types of cookies you accept. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through our contact page.