Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 15, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be categorized as:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
  • First-Party Cookies: Set by our website directly
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use on our website

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session Session
security_token Protects against security threats Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
language_preference Remembers your language selection 1 year
theme_preference Stores display preferences 6 months

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website and user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics - persists session state 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an advertisement. These cookies can share that information with other organizations or advertisers.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions 3 months
IDE Google Ads - measures ad performance 13 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies on your device:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Google Ads: For advertising and remarketing purposes
  • Facebook Pixel: For social media integration and advertising
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDN): For optimized content delivery

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing them:

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Generally, you should be able to manage cookie settings by visiting your browser's preferences or options menu.

For more information on how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

5.2 Opting Out of Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your access to certain features. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies and personal data:

  • Right to Access: Request information about the cookies we use
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time
  • Right to Object: Object to the use of certain cookies
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers incorporate a Do Not Track (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. We respect DNT signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a DNT browser mechanism is in place.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (703) 340-6445

Thank you for taking the time to review our Cookie Policy.