Cookies Explained
Cookie Consent and Management: Our website uses Cookie Consent technology to ensure we obtain your permission to store cookies on your browser, in compliance with data protection laws. A specific cookie is used to keep track of your consents, remaining on your browser until you decide to remove it or it expires.
Role of Cookies in Enhancing User Experience
Cookies can be placed by the website owners (first party cookies) or by a third party website to either enable external content or deliver advertising (third party cookies). Most website will classify their cookies in groups:
- Strictly necessary cookies (first party) are essential for a website to operate securely and deliver the service you require.
- Functional cookies (first party) allow you a smoother experience on site.
- Performance cookies (first or third-party cookies) help website-owners make improvements by collecting information such as the number and length of visits and pages viewed.
- Marketing cookies first or third-party) help website owners deliver relevant advertising and fund some of the cost of running the website and provide you with free service.
Different User Data Collection Technologies
Third-Party Social Media Tools on Our Sites
Our websites are equipped with social buttons provided by third-party social networks to enhance sharing capabilities. By using these tools, you can share or bookmark web pages easily. Check the individual privacy policies of these third-party sites to understand their data usage practices and learn how you can manage your preferences.
Granting Permission for Cookies
You have control over your cookie preferences. Upon your first visit, you will be prompted to either agree to our recommended settings or customize your cookie choices.
Further Regulations
Email Tracking and User Engagement
Our emails may include a "web beacon pixel" that helps us identify if and when an email is opened and track interactions such as link clicks within the email. This data helps us tailor our communication to better suit your interests. If you prefer not to have the pixel track your activity, you can choose to view emails in plain text or disable images.