Cookie Policy

Information about our use of cookies

As you view our website, we may on occasion place cookies on your device. This document explains which cookies we store, the diverse reasons why we store them and the choices that are available to you regarding their storage and use. In continuing to browse this website, you explicitly authorize and accept the website's use of cookies.

What are cookies?

A cookie—also known as a browser cookie or Internet cookie—is a small text file that is automatically downloaded from a website and stored on your computer/device when you browse the website. They enable you to access certain web pages, they store and retrieve information about your navigation of the website to help improve the website, and they make sure your preferences are retained for subsequent visits to the website.

The cookies we use

Session cookies and persistent cookies are both used on our website:

Session cookies: These are cookies that function only while you are browsing the website. They allow us to gather information about your activities on the website, and they expire when your browser is closed.

Persistent cookies: These cookies remain on your computer or mobile device for a preset period of time. They collect data that enables us to personalize your experience of our website on each repeat visit.

The following cookies are in use on our website and perform the functions specified:

Strictly necessary cookies: These are cookies that are required for our website to function and are always enabled. Strictly necessary cookies enable such website functions as member login and preference functions, for example.

Analytical/performance cookies: These are cookies that enable us to collect information about your use of our website. We use this information to enhance your experience, for example, by ensuring that you are finding relevant content.

Functionality cookies: These are cookies that are used to remember your personalized data, such as your username and preferences, so that you do not have to keep making those choices on every visit.

Targeting cookies: These cookies record information about your visit to our website, such as the pages you browse, the length of time you spend on each page, and the links you follow. We use this information to offer more relevant advertising to you whenever you visit our website.

Third-party cookies

Third parties (e.g., advertising networks and web traffic analytics services) may also use cookies, over which we have no control. These cookies collect data about your device and usage, typically for analytical, performance, or targeting purposes.

How you can exercise choice regarding cookies

You can disable the cookie function in your browser settings. If you do so, however, you may not be able to use all the functions and services of the website.