This policy explains how we, our partners, and users of our services deploy cookies, as well as the options you have to control them.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small pieces of data stored in text files on your computer or other device when websites are loaded in a browser. They are widely used to remember you and your preferences, either for a single visit through a session cookie or for repeat visits using a persistent cookie. They provide a consistent and efficient experience and perform essential functions such as allowing users to register and remain logged in.
Cookies may be set by the site you are visiting, known as first-party cookies, or by third parties such as providers of content, advertising, or analytics services.
Websites and HTML emails may also contain tracking technologies such as web beacons or pixels. These are usually small transparent images that provide statistics and are often used with cookies, though they are not stored in the same way.
How we use cookies
Some cookies are necessary for technical reasons; some enable a personalized experience; and some support advertising or analytics. Cookies may be set when a page loads or when a visitor takes a particular action.
Where we place cookies
- On our websites.
- On sites that use our software.
- In emails we send.
Types of Cookie
- Strictly Necessary: Essential for basic website and account functions.
- Functionality: Used to store preferences such as account name, language, and location.
- Security: Used to identify and prevent potential security risks.
- Analytics and Performance: Used to understand how visitors interact with websites and improve how they work.
- Advertising: Used to display relevant advertising and understand and report on its effectiveness.
- Third Party and Embedded Content: Content from services such as social platforms, YouTube, and Vimeo may set cookies and track activity under their own policies.
Examples
Analytics and Performance
df_hound: Gathers information that helps us understand how visitors interact with our websites so we can provide a better experience.
Controlling Cookies
You may wish to restrict or completely prevent cookies from being set. Most browsers provide controls for cookie behavior, including how long cookies are stored. If cookies are disabled, some features of our services may not function correctly.
To learn more about managing and deleting cookies, visit aboutcookies.org. For choices concerning interest-based advertising, visit networkadvertising.org, optout.aboutads.info, youradchoices.com, or youronlinechoices.eu.
On a mobile device, you may also adjust settings to limit tracking. You can opt out of Google Analytics using Google's opt-out browser add-on, or use the Do Not Track header for services that support it.