Cookies Policy

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small pieces of data, usually made up of letters and numbers, that a website stores on your browser or device when you visit the site. They help websites remember information about you and your preferences so that they can provide you with a better experience.

Why Are Cookies Used?

We use cookies to improve our services and make browsing more efficient. Some examples include:

• Remembering your login details so you don't have to re-enter them every time
• Providing recommendations based on your previous searches or interactions
• Measuring website performance and user behavior

Cookies can be broadly categorized into several types, each with different purposes.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are required for the proper functioning of our website. They help us remember things like:

• Your login details to ensure secure access
• The pages you've visited on a single session so we can load content efficiently

These cookies expire when your browsing session ends and do not store any personal data.

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary, stored only for the duration of your visit. They help us remember what's happening in real-time:

• What page you're currently visiting
• Any forms or input fields that need to be saved

Once you close your browser or leave our website, these cookies expire and do not store any data.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain stored on your device for a longer period. They help us remember specific preferences:

• Your preferred language setting so we can serve content accordingly
• Any previously stored login details to save time on future visits

These cookies typically have an expiration date set by the website, ranging from several days to several months.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies help personalize your experience based on your interactions with our site. Examples include:

• Saving previous search queries for quicker lookup next time
• Displaying recommendations tailored to your interests

We use a combination of persistent and session functional cookies to enhance user engagement.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

Performance cookies are used by us or third-party analytics tools to help improve the overall performance of our website. This includes:

• Measuring traffic flow, bounce rates, and average time on page
• Tracking error frequency and crash reports for technical diagnostics

This information is collected anonymously and only helps us optimize user experience.

Preference and Language Settings Cookies

Cookies can also remember specific settings or language preferences to enhance your browsing experience:

• Your preferred display units (e.g., metric vs. imperial)
• Language preference so we serve content in the desired format