Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Security Cookies: Help protect your account and data

Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration
session_id	Maintains your login session	Session
user_preferences	Stores your language and display preferences	1 year
csrf_token	Protects against cross-site request forgery	Session
analytics	Helps us understand how you use our site	2 years

Third-Party Cookies

We may also use cookies from trusted third-party services, including:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Cloudflare: For security and performance optimization
• Stripe/PayPal: For payment processing (if applicable)

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are installed and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies from being set
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

How to Control Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. You may not be able to:

• Stay logged into your account
• Save your preferences
• Use certain interactive features

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page.