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Introduction

Welcome to our Cookie Policy. This document explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage them when using or visiting our website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that may be stored on your device when you access our website. While these files don’t hold personal data, they contain unique identifiers that allow us to link your device to certain data. Cookies are widely used across websites—you can learn more at www.allaboutcookies.org.

Why We Use Cookies

Cookies serve a variety of functions, including:

– Granting access to restricted areas of the website

– Customizing features based on your preferences, location, or device

– Enhancing website performance

– Learning more about our audience to tailor content accordingly

– Enabling third-party service integration

– Providing interest-based advertising in compliance with applicable laws

Types of Cookies We Use

We use both our own and third-party cookies on our website. Depending on the type, these cookies may be temporary (deleted after your session) or persistent (stored until manually removed).

Here’s a breakdown of the types we use:

Essential cookies: Required for the core functionality of the website

Analytics cookies: Track website performance and user behavior to help us improve

Functional cookies: Remember your settings and preferences, such as login details

Advertising cookies: Display ads that match your interests or browsing behavior

Social media cookies: Allow sharing of website content via social media platforms

Flash cookies: Ensure proper display of Flash content, like videos or animations

Third-party cookies: Set by our partners; we do not control them and their use is governed by their respective privacy policies

Cookies in Use

Below is a table listing the cookies we use, along with their purpose and expiry details:

Cookie NameTypePurpose
_gaAnalyticsUsed by Google Analytics to distinguish users. It assigns a unique ID and tracks how visitors use the website. Helps generate reports on user behavior and traffic.
_ga_ETMT22K9G3BAnalyticsA property-specific variation of the _ga cookie. It’s used to maintain session state and track user interaction for a specific GA property.
_ga_XQCN96LSQTAnalyticsAnother property-specific version of _ga, typically set for a different GA property or measurement ID. It tracks user behavior within that specific configuration.
_scc_sessionEssential / FunctionalLikely used to manage user session state. This cookie helps maintain session continuity (e.g., login status, shopping cart items). Usually essential for core site functionality.
_tccl_visitorAnalytics / MarketingAssociated with Termly’s cookie consent manager or another tracking tool. It identifies unique visitors to help site owners understand traffic patterns and usage. May also be used for compliance tracking.

Managing and Deleting Cookies

Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you can change your settings to block or delete them if you prefer. Instructions for removing cookies can be found at https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-delete-cookies/

Please note that disabling cookies may affect your user experience. Some features of our site may not work properly, and you might still see ads, although they may not be tailored to your interests.