Handling of Cookies and Similar Technologies
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Handling of Cookies and Similar Technologies
- Introduction
This website (hereinafter, the “Website”) uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance the user experience. This page explains the types of cookies, the purpose of cookies, and how to manage cookies. By continuing to use the Website, you are indicating that you agree to this Handling of Cookies and Similar Technologies. - What are cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are stored on the user’s device by the Website. The use of cookies enables the Website to remember your browsing behavior and preferences and to provide you with more personalized service on subsequent visits. Cookies are stored in accordance with your consent and are not created without consent. - For what purposes are cookies used?
The Website uses cookies for the following purposes:
- PersonalizationBy remembering your preferences (language, region, etc.) during your previous visit, cookies can be used to provide more suitable content on subsequent visits.
- Improving website performanceCookies can be used to analyze the number of website visitors, website traffic, and page response time in order to improve the user experience.
- Scope of application
This applies to all users who access the Website. The details related to retrieval and use of cookies apply to all pages, services, and content associated with the Website’s domain. However, the use of cookies on external links or other websites provided by third parties is not included in this coverage. The handling of cookies and similar technologies on external link destinations follows the rules determined by the operators of those respective websites. Types of cookies used on the Website
Strictly necessary cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are cookies that are essential in order for the Website to function properly. Without these cookies, certain parts of the Website might not function properly, and access to secure pages will be restricted.Performance cookies
Performance cookies are used to analyze how the Website is used and to improve website performance. These cookies track the number of visitors, sources of traffic, most visited pages, frequency of error messages, and similar information. This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify individual users.Google Analytics cookies
The Website uses Google Analytics to analyze website access. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information that helps us understand how the Website is used by users. (Examples of this data include number of visitors, amount of time spent on the website, access routes, and device information.) This data is used to improve the website and the user experience.How to opt out of Google Analytics
Users who wish to opt out of the collection of data by Google Analytics may do so using the following methods:- Using browser settings to manage cookies: Users can use their browser settings to block the use of cookies. However, doing so may prevent some website functionality from working.
- Using the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on: Google provides a browser extension that can disable data collection by Google Analytics. Users can use this link to download and install the add-on to opt out of data collection.
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Supplemental explanation regarding our use of only first-party cookies
The Website uses only first-party cookies. It does not use cookies created by a third party (third-party cookies). First-party cookies are associated with the Website’s domain, and their creation is managed by us. If any third-party cookies are used in the future, we will notify users to obtain their consent in advance. -
How to manage cookies
You can manage, delete, and disable cookies through your browser settings. Many browsers offer the ability to notify you whenever a cookie is created or to disable all cookies entirely. However, disabling cookies may prevent some of the Website’s functionality from working correctly.You can click the links below to learn how to manage cookies on specific browsers.
- Cookie retention period
The cookie retention period depends on whether they are session cookies (cookies stored until the browser is closed) or persistent cookies (stored on the device until the user deletes them). Each cookie’s expiration time is set in accordance with its purpose. - Revisions
The handling of cookies and similar technologies may change from time to time based on how we use cookies as well as legal requirements related to cookies. We will notify users on the website if any significant changes are made.