1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device that help us understand how you use our website. They allow us to remember your preferences and improve your experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Necessary Cookies

These are essential for our website to function correctly. They enable core functionality such as security and accessibility. You cannot opt out of necessary cookies as our website cannot function without them.

• Session authentication cookies
• Security and fraud prevention cookies
• Load balancing cookies

Analytical Cookies

We use analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve performance, content, and user experience. Analytics data is anonymous and aggregated.

• Vercel Analytics: Performance and usage metrics (no personal data collected)

Functional Cookies

These remember your preferences and settings to enhance your browsing experience.

• Language preferences
• Display preferences

Marketing Cookies

We may use cookies to track your interests and display targeted content or advertisements. You can opt out of marketing cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services may set cookies on our site:

• Vercel (hosting provider): Performance monitoring
• Analytics services: Website usage statistics

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being set
• You can delete cookies from your device at any time
• Disabling cookies may affect website functionality

5. Cookie Retention

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Retained for up to 1-2 years depending on the cookie type
• Analytics cookies: Aggregated data is retained for standard reporting periods

6. GDPR and Your Rights

Under GDPR, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You have the right to:

• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request information about cookies used
• Request deletion of cookies

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy if we change our cookie practices or third-party services. We will notify you of material changes.

8. Contact Us

For questions about our cookie usage, please contact us at:

Email: [TO BE PROVIDED]
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