Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 11/30/2025

1. Cookie Information Storage

Cookie information storage involves small text files placed on devices during platform use. Storage contains browsing behavior and preference data. Cookies provide device recognition, settings memory, platform analysis, and improved user experience. Most browsers accept storage automatically with customizable rejection settings available.

2. Cookie Type Collection

Cookie type collection consists of Essential collection for platform operation, Functional collection for preference retention, Analytics collection for behavior analysis, and Performance collection for speed enhancement. Collection types serve distinct purposes ensuring functionality and improved experience. Types include first-party (ours) and third-party (external) collections.

3. System Critical Cookies

System critical cookies are indispensable for platform functionality and cannot be opted out. They facilitate core operations including user authentication, security measures, session control, and basic navigation. Without system critical cookies, essential services like login processes, account entry, and security systems would not operate. These cookies do not gather marketing data.

4. User Analytics Cookies

User analytics cookies help us understand visitor engagement patterns. They collect information regarding page views, traffic origins, user clicks, and duration data. This anonymous aggregated information optimizes platform performance, identifies technical problems, and enhances user experiences. Essential functionality continues without user analytics acceptance.

5. Customization Cookies

Customization cookies remember user choices and settings to deliver personalized experiences. They store data like language preferences, display configurations, theme selections, and custom layouts. These cookies enhance platform usability by retaining preferences across visits. Disabling customization cookies may necessitate preference resets per session and reduce personalized features.

6. Affiliate Service Cookies

Affiliate service cookies are placed by affiliated services embedded in our platform, such as analytics systems, advertising services, and social widgets. These cookies may monitor activity across various sites. We lack control over affiliate service cookies or operations. Browser settings or service-provided opt-out mechanisms enable management. Consult service privacy policies for comprehensive details.

7. Cookie Permission Settings

Cookie permission settings are adjustable through browser configuration options. Permission settings enable viewing, deleting, and blocking cookie operations. Settings can be configured to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or notify upon cookie setting. Recognize that blocking specific cookies may diminish platform operations and experience quality. Browser help resources provide detailed permission setting instructions.

8. Cookie Duration & Expiration

Cookies have varying durations based on their type and purpose. Session cookies expire when you close your browser and are temporary. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted, ranging from days to years. Essential cookies typically last for the session, while preference and analytics cookies may persist longer to remember settings and analyze long-term usage patterns.

9. Policy Revision Notice

Policy revision notice: this Cookie Policy may be revised periodically for technology changes, legal updates, or practice modifications. Revisions appear on this page with new effective dates. Significant revisions may receive platform or email notification. Platform usage after revisions indicates acceptance of updated policy. Regular policy review is recommended to maintain awareness.

10. Privacy Team Contact

Privacy team contact for cookie questions is accessible through designated website channels. Our team maintains transparency commitment and addresses concerns promptly. Support is available for cookie settings assistance or privacy rights exercise. Cookie-related contacts receive responses within 5-7 business days typically.