1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. Similar technologies include local storage, pixels, and tags.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable core website and portal functionality.
- Remember user preferences and improve usability.
- Measure performance and diagnose technical issues.
- Support fraud prevention and security controls.
- Understand traffic and improve user experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Typical Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary & Security | Session integrity, authentication, fraud prevention, abuse controls, and essential navigation. | Session to 12 months |
| Functional | Preference memory such as language and interface settings. | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics | Aggregate traffic metrics, feature usage, and performance analysis. | Up to 24 months |
4. Third-Party Technologies
Certain services on our website may rely on trusted third-party tools (for example analytics, hosting, communication, or fraud detection). These providers may set their own cookies subject to their own policies.
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage optional cookies through our consent banner and cookie settings control, as well as through browser settings, including blocking or deleting existing cookies.
Blocking all cookies may impact site functionality, including account login, application flows, and saved preferences.
6. Do Not Track and Similar Signals
Some browsers offer "Do Not Track" controls. Because no single industry standard is universally adopted, our systems may not respond consistently to these signals.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Policy as technology, legal requirements, and platform operations evolve. Updates are posted with the revised "Last updated" date.