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Cookie and Tracking Technologies Notice

Last Updated: March 8, 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie and Tracking Technologies Notice (“Notice”) explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website (the “Site”). Cookies help us provide a secure, efficient, and user-friendly experience. They allow us to understand how our Site is used, personalize content, and display relevant advertisements. This Notice outlines what cookies we use, why we use them, and your choices regarding their usage.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They may be used to remember user preferences, enable functionalities, provide analytics, and target advertisements. Cookies can be classified by their duration and origin:

Session Cookies: Temporarily stored and deleted once you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
First-party Cookies: Set directly by the website you are visiting.
Third-party Cookies: Set by external services for tracking, advertising, or analytics.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the cookies used on our Site as follows:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the operation of our Site. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas, use shopping carts, or make use of e-billing services.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect anonymous data on how visitors use our Site. They help us understand visitor interactions, measure site performance, and improve functionality. We use services like Google Analytics and LinkedIn Insight Tag for this purpose.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies help remember your choices (e.g., language, region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have integrated into our pages.

3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies record your visit, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed. They enable personalized advertising across different platforms and may be set by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.

4. Similar Technologies

We may use other technologies in conjunction with cookies, including:

– Web Beacons and Pixel Tags: Track usage behavior and email interactions.
– HTML5 Local Storage: Store data outside of cookies, useful for larger or long-term storage.
– SDKs: Used in our mobile apps to collect analytics and support functionalities.
– Session Replay Tools: Record user interactions for diagnostics and user experience improvements.
– Embedded Tools: Services like YouTube and Google Maps that include their own tracking technologies.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete cookies stored on your device, and block third-party cookies. Additionally, we provide a Cookie Preference Center where you can manage your settings in real-time.

6. Advertising and Opt-Out Options

To limit the use of your information for interest-based advertising, you can use settings in your browser, mobile device, or platforms such as:

– Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com/
– Facebook Ad Preferences: https://www.facebook.com/about/ads
– DAA: https://optout.aboutads.info
– AppChoices (mobile): https://www.youradchoices.com/appchoices

7. Consent and Withdrawal

By using our Site, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies, unless you have disabled them. You may withdraw your consent at any time through browser settings or the Cookie Preference Center. Note that some Site features may not function properly without cookies.

8. Cookie Retention

Cookies remain on your device for varying periods depending on their purpose—some expire at the end of your session, while others persist longer. Refer to our cookie table on the Site for specific durations and cookie names.

9. Updates to This Notice

We may update this Notice from time to time in response to legal, technical, or operational changes. The updated version will be posted with a revised ‘Last Updated’ date.