Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 10, 2025

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly, including authentication and security
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website through Google Analytics
  • Performance Cookies: Allow us to improve website performance and user experience
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled:

  • Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
  • Security cookies to protect against fraud
  • Session cookies to maintain your browsing session

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how our website is used:

  • _ga - Distinguishes unique users
  • _ga_* - Used to persist session state
  • _gid - Distinguishes unique users

Microsoft Clarity

We use Microsoft Clarity for user behavior analytics:

  • _clck - Persists the Clarity User ID
  • _clsk - Connects multiple page views in a single session

Hotjar

We use Hotjar for user feedback and behavior analysis:

  • _hjSessionUser_* - Set when a user first lands on a page
  • _hjSession_* - Holds current session data

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings
  • Opt-out Links: You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting Google Analytics Opt-out
  • Third-party Tools: Use privacy tools and browser extensions to manage tracking

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 1-2 years)
  • Analytics Cookies: Typically expire after 2 years

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

Contact Us

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Security Notice

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