1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the site owner.
2. Consent to Use Cookies
By clicking “Accept” on our Cookie Consent Banner, you agree to the use of non-essential cookies as described in this Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the “Manage Consent” link.
3. Cookies We Use
We use cookies for the following purposes and categorize them as follows:
| Category | Purpose | Examples of Cookies (Type) | Duration |
| Necessary (Functional) | Essential for the basic operation of the website (e.g., user sessions, security, login). Always active. | wordpress_logged_in_*, wp-settings-* | Session / 1 Year |
| Analytics (Non-Essential) | To track and analyze user behavior, traffic sources, and website performance. Used to improve content and UX. Requires consent. | _ga (Google Analytics), _gid | 2 Years / 24 Hours |
| Comments | To remember user details (name, email) for convenience when leaving future comments. Requires consent (Opt-in). | comment_author_* | 1 Year |
| Third-Party (Embedded Content) | Used by third-party services (e.g., YouTube) embedded on our site to track viewing data. Requires consent. | Cookies set by youtube.com | Varies |
4. Your Choices and Managing Cookies
You have the right to accept or refuse cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies. Please note that declining Necessary cookies may impact the functionality of the Site.