Cookies Policy

Cookies Policy

What are Cookies?Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile phone or tablet) when you visit our website. They help us to remember information about you and provide a better user experience.

Why do we use cookies?We use cookies to:

Remember your login details so that you don't have to log in every time you visit the site
Store your preferences, such as language settings or notification choices
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which enables us to improve its performance and user experience

Types of CookiesThere are several types of cookies we use:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They include session IDs that allow you to navigate through different pages on our site.

Examples: PHPSESSID, JSESSIONID
Purpose: Session management and security

Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and will be deleted when you close your browser or leave our website. They help us remember information about the current visit.

Examples: session_id, cookie_token
Purpose: User authentication and site functionality

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device after closing your browser and can last for months or even years. We use them to store your preferences and settings.

Examples: qwe_preferred_language, qwe_notification_settings
Purpose: User preference management

Functional Cookies

These cookies help us remember how you interact with our website, such as which pages you visit most often. This information enables us to improve the site's performance and user experience.

Examples: page_visited, time_spent_on_page
Purpose: Site analytics and improvement

Analytics and Performance Cookies

We use third-party services like Google Analytics to track how visitors interact with our website. These cookies help us understand what works well and where we can improve.

Examples: _ga, __utma
Purpose: Site performance monitoring and user experience enhancement

Preference and Language Settings

These cookies store your language preferences and notification settings so that you don't have to adjust them each time you visit the site.

Examples: preferred_language, notification_settings
Purpose: User preference management

Login/Session Continuity

To provide a smoother user experience, we use login persistence cookies. These allow us to remember your login details, reducing the need for repeated logins.

Example: qwe_login_persistence
Purpose: Login functionality and session continuity

Device RecognitionWe may use device recognition technologies to identify you when you visit our website from a specific device or browser. This information helps us personalize content and improve user experience.

Examples: qwe_device_id, qwe_browser_info
Purpose: User identification and targeted advertising

Security-Related Cookies

These cookies help prevent unauthorized access to your account by verifying login credentials.

Example: qwe_security_token
Purpose: Security verification

Browser Storage Technologies

In addition to traditional cookies, we also use other browser storage technologies like Local Shared Objects (Flash) or IndexedDB. These allow us to store data locally on your device and access it across sessions.

Examples: Flash cookie, IndexedDB
Purpose: Persistent user preferences and settings

Third-Party IntegrationsOur website may contain links or widgets from third-party services that use cookies for their own purposes.

Marketing or Communication Preferences

We respect your right to manage communication with us. Cookies can store your marketing preferences so we don't send you unwanted messages.

Example: qwe_marketing_preferences
Purpose: Targeted advertising and preference management

Cookie Consent ManagementWhen you visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears asking for your permission to use cookies on the site. This allows us to honor your decision regarding cookies.

Browser Cookie Controls

You can manage cookies through browser settings:

For Chrome: Settings > Advanced > Content Settings
For Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Clearing or Disabling CookiesTo completely remove all stored cookies, you can clear the browser cache. This will delete both essential and non-essential cookies.

Site Functionality Impact When Cookies are Disabled

If you disable or block cookies on our site:

You may be unable to access certain areas of the website
Some functionality might not work as intended (e.g., user authentication)
Targeted advertising will no longer be effective

Technical Diagnostics and Performance OptimisationCookies help us improve the performance, reliability, and overall user experience of our website. Regular diagnostics using aggregated analytics information enable us to optimize site performance.

Aggregated Analytics Information

We collect and aggregate data on how users interact with our website using cookies and third-party services. This enables us to understand user behavior patterns, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions about future development.

User Experience ImprovementsBy leveraging insights from aggregated analytics information, we aim to enhance the overall user experience on our site. Our goal is to create a more efficient and enjoyable environment that meets your needs.