Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to improve your experience
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies cannot harm your device and do not contain personal information that could identify you directly.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and session management
- Security features to protect against fraud
- Remembering your login status
- Language and region preferences
Duration: Session to 1 year
2. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience:
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views, session duration, and user behavior
- Helps us understand which content is most popular
- Identifies technical issues and areas for improvement
Duration: Up to 2 years
3. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings:
- Theme preference (light or dark mode)
- Language selection
- Reading preferences
Duration: 1 year
4. Advertising Cookies
We use advertising cookies to display relevant advertisements:
- Google AdSense: Shows personalized ads based on your interests
- Measures the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Limits the number of times you see the same ad
Duration: Up to 2 years
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies stored on your device
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Browser-Specific Instructions
Opt-Out Options
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note that:
- Some features of our website may not work properly
- You may need to log in more frequently
- Your preferences may not be saved
- You may see less relevant advertisements
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 encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information about our cookie practices.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us.