Cookie Policy
Last updated: 8 November 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing activity for advertising purposes
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled:
- csrftoken: Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks
- sessionid: Maintains your session while using our portal
- cookie_consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website:
- _ga: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 2 years)
- _gid: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 24 hours)
- _gat: Throttles request rate (expires after 1 minute)
These cookies help us improve our website by collecting and reporting information on how you use it. All information is aggregated and anonymous.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- theme_preference: Remembers your theme choice (if applicable)
- language_preference: Stores your language preference
3.4 Marketing Cookies
We may use marketing cookies to show you relevant advertisements. These cookies track your browsing activity across different websites. You can opt out of these cookies through our cookie banner.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service
- Google Tag Manager: Tag management system
- Cloudflare: Security and performance services
- Stripe: Payment processing (if applicable)
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies can be session-based or persistent:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
6. Managing Cookie Preferences
6.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" button below.
6.2 Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
6.3 Opt-Out Links
For specific third-party services:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- General Advertising: Your Online Choices
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website. Some features may not function correctly, and we may not be able to remember your preferences. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to function.
8. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want your online activity tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but you can manage cookies through our cookie banner and browser settings.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date.
10. More Information
For more information about how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: