WHAT ARE COOKIES 

As is common practice with almost all professional websites, this site uses cookies, which are tiny files that are downloaded to your computer or other device, to improve your experience when you visit our website or use our services. Some cookies are essential for the functionality of our website, while others enhance your experience when using our services.

Some cookies that we use will collect personal data about you. If you want more information on how we process your personal data, we suggest that you read our Privacy Policy.

This Cookie Policy describes what information they gather, how we use it and why we sometimes need to store these cookies. We will also share how you can prevent these cookies from being stored, however this may downgrade or ‘break’ certain elements of the site’s functionality.  Please note that you can manage your cookie preferences and withdraw consent at any time.

HOW WE USE COOKIES 

We typically use cookies to make our services easier to use and to adapt them to your interests and preferences. For example, when using cookies that indicate what you have previously been interested in, we may, in turn be able to adjust the information displayed to match your preferences. 

We have summarized the types of cookies we use and their purposes. Please note that this is a general summary, and you are always welcome to contact us with any questions. For a detailed list, please refer to the cookie consent banner. 

Session cookies are temporary cookies that expire once you leave our services. These cookies are stored on your device only for the duration of your visit, meaning they are deleted as soon as you close your browser. They are designed to improve your browsing experience by enabling faster loading times and facilitating seamless navigation during your session. For example, session cookies can store information that helps your browser quickly retrieve the necessary resources for each page you visit.

Persistent cookies remain stored in your browser for a set period or until you manually delete them. Unlike session cookies, they do not expire immediately after you leave our services. These cookies are useful for retaining your preferences and settings between visits, providing a more personalized experience. For instance, persistent cookies can save your language preferences so that the site displays in your preferred language each time you visit, without requiring you to reset it.

First party cookies are created and placed on your device directly by us when you use or visit our services. These cookies are generally used to enhance the functionality of our website and improve your user experience. You have the option to block or delete these cookies through your browser settings. They are essential for features such as remembering your login information or customizing your experience based on your previous interactions with our services.

Third-party cookies are placed on your device by entities other than us, such as partners or service providers we collaborate with. These cookies are often used for advertising and analytics purposes, helping third parties understand your browsing habits and preferences. Like first party cookies, you can block or delete third-party cookies through your browser settings. These cookies enable third parties to deliver tailored advertisements or gather data on how you interact with different websites, contributing to a more personalized online experience.

Necessary cookies are essential for our services to function correctly and remain secure. They are typically set in response to your actions, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. Without these cookies, some parts of our services would not work.

Statistics (Performance, Analytics) cookies help improve our services by analyzing visitor flow, user numbers, and traffic sources. While not essential, they provide insights into which pages are most interesting, enabling us to enhance your user experience by ensuring pages load quickly and efficiently.

Marketing (Advertising) cookies collect data about your browsing habits to help us promote our services more effectively, often through third-party sites. By understanding your navigation patterns, we can tailor our content and advertising to be more relevant to you.

Preference (Functionality) cookies remember your preset choices, such as currency, language, and product preferences. These cookies help us understand your interests and make using our services more convenient and personalized.

Secure cookies are used to facilitate safe online transactions, such as payments. They ensure that your interactions with our services are protected and secure.

Flash cookies store information specific to Flash content, such as your progress in an online video or animated banner. They allow you to resume watching or interacting with content from where you left off.

DISABLING COOKIES 

You can prevent the setting of cookies by adjusting the settings on your browser (see your browser Help for how to do this). Be aware that disabling cookies will affect the functionality of this and many other websites that you visit. Disabling cookies will usually result in also disabling certain functionality and features of this site. Therefore, it is recommended that you do not disable cookies. 

You can opt out of having non-strictly necessary cookies placed on your devices, including third-party cookies, by changing your cookie preferences at any time. You may need to refresh the page for your settings to take effect. However, this may result in your preferred language settings not being saved, any information you have included being lost the next time you visit or use our services, and you not being able to experience the full functionality of our services.

You may block specific third-party cookies by visiting the respective third-party website, using the links provided in the table above. When you click on these links, you will be redirected to the third-party's privacy policy or the page where you can adjust their cookie settings. However, this may result in you not being able to use social plug-ins, access communication channels on our services, or view potential ads on our services.

MORE INFORMATION 

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on our website.

Hopefully, that has clarified things for you and as was previously mentioned if there is something that you are not sure whether you need or not it is usually safer to leave cookies enabled in case it does interact with one of the features you use on our site. However, if you are still looking for more information, have questions or want to get in touch with us, please contact: 

Email: [email protected]