Cookie Policy
This policy explains how cookies and similar website technologies may be used when you visit this website, what they are used for, which types may be involved and how you can manage them through your browser or device.
Cookies should have a clear purpose.
We use cookies and similar technologies only where they are useful for operating, securing, improving or understanding the website. Different cookies can perform very different jobs, so this policy explains the main categories rather than treating every cookie as the same.
Some cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. Others may support preferences, security, performance or website measurement. The actual cookies placed on your device can depend on the pages you visit, the functions being used and the technologies active on the website at that time.
Cookies may be required for core website functions, security, session handling or technical operation.
Some technologies may remember settings or choices so parts of the website work more conveniently.
Where used, measurement technologies can help us understand how visitors use the website and where improvements may be needed.
You can manage or block cookies through your browser and device settings, although some website functions may then be affected.
Small files and similar technologies
A cookie is a small piece of information that a website can store in your browser or on your device. When you return to the website, that information can sometimes be read again. Cookies can therefore help a website remember information, maintain a session or understand how its pages are being used.
The term “cookies” is also commonly used as a general description for similar technologies, including certain browser storage methods and technical identifiers. These technologies can operate differently, but they may serve related purposes.
These may remain available only while a browser session is active and can help a website maintain temporary information.
These can remain on a device for a defined period and may remember information between separate visits.
These are set directly by the website or by technology operating on its behalf.
Some website functions may involve technologies provided by external services, which can set or read their own identifiers where applicable.
Different cookies serve different purposes
Cookies are not all used for the same reason. The categories below describe the main purposes that may apply to this website. The exact technologies active on the website can change when functions, security arrangements or website services are updated.
These may support basic website operation, security, technical stability, session management and functions that you have specifically requested.
Preference-related technologies may remember selected options or settings so that you do not need to repeat them on every visit.
These technologies may help identify technical problems, page performance issues or general patterns in website use.
Where analytics technology is used, it may provide information about visits and page usage to help us understand how the website is being used.
Cookies or similar identifiers may support security controls, help detect unusual activity or protect website functions from misuse.
Some technologies may be connected with particular website functions, such as forms, embedded content or other features that you choose to use.
Practical reasons for using cookies
Where cookies or similar technologies are used, there should be a practical reason for their presence. Depending on the website functions available at the time, they may help us keep the website working, remember settings, maintain security or understand general website performance.
Supporting technical functions required for pages, sessions and other requested website features.
Helping protect website functions and identify unusual or potentially harmful activity.
Retaining selected settings where a particular website feature needs to remember a visitor’s choice.
Helping us understand general website usage and identify areas where the user experience could be improved.
Allowing selected functions, embedded services or technical components to operate as intended.
Cookies needed for core website functions
Some cookies may be necessary for the website to operate correctly. Depending on the technology being used, these can help with security, session management, technical requests, form functions or other basic features.
Blocking every cookie can prevent certain parts of a website from working as expected. For example, a form, session-based function or other interactive feature may rely on temporary browser information.
These technologies are connected to the technical operation or security of the website rather than being used simply to identify what individual visitors are interested in.
Remembering choices you make
Some website functions may use cookies or similar storage to remember a choice you have made. This can make a later visit more convenient and can prevent a visitor from having to repeat the same setting during a single browsing experience or across visits.
Where a language or presentation preference is offered, technical storage may be used to remember that choice.
Temporary information may support a form or other interactive website function while you use it.
Certain functions may retain settings so that a feature behaves consistently during a later visit.
Embedded or externally provided features may use their own technical identifiers when you interact with them.
Understanding how the website is used
If analytics or performance technologies are active, their purpose is to provide a better understanding of website usage. Information may help identify which pages receive visits, whether pages are functioning properly and where the website experience could be improved.
Website measurement should not be confused with the content of a translation or interpretation service. Information collected for website performance is separate from the customer materials submitted for a service.
General information about pages viewed or website interactions.
Information that can help identify loading, compatibility or technical performance issues.
Aggregated or general information about how visitors navigate and use available website functions.
Technical details such as browser type or device characteristics may be available to website measurement technologies where configured.
Some features may come from external services
Certain website functions may rely on technology supplied by third parties. Examples can include website hosting components, security tools, embedded content, analytics functions or other technical services.
Where an external service uses its own cookies or similar technologies, its processing may be subject to that service’s own terms and privacy information. The presence of a third-party function can also change when the website is updated.
External security components may use technical identifiers to help protect website functions.
An embedded service may use its own browser storage or identifiers when its content is loaded or used.
If an analytics service is enabled, it may collect technical or usage information according to its own configuration and terms.
Website infrastructure providers may use technical identifiers required for their services to operate.
How long cookies may remain available
The length of time a cookie remains on a device depends on what the cookie is designed to do. Some cookies disappear when a browser session ends, while others may remain until they expire or are deleted by the visitor.
A cookie’s lifespan is determined by its purpose and technical configuration. We do not treat every cookie as having the same retention period.
The actual expiry period can vary according to the specific technology and its purpose. A browser may also retain or remove information differently depending on its own settings.
You can control cookies through your browser
Most modern browsers allow you to view, block, delete or restrict cookies. The exact controls vary between browsers, operating systems and devices.
You can usually find cookie controls within your browser’s privacy, security or site-settings area. You may also be able to remove cookies that have already been stored on your device.
Open the privacy or security settings of your browser and review its cookie controls.
Choose whether cookies should be blocked completely or restricted for selected websites.
Remove cookies that have already been stored by the website or other websites.
Some website features may behave differently after cookies are blocked or removed.
Some website functions may be affected
Blocking or deleting cookies does not necessarily prevent you from viewing the website. However, certain functions may not operate in exactly the same way when the browser is prevented from storing information.
Information needed during a browsing session may not be retained when cookies are disabled.
You may need to select certain preferences again during future visits.
Technical security functions can depend on browser storage or identifiers.
Certain forms, embedded features or other interactive elements may not work as intended.
Cookies can sometimes relate to personal information
Depending on how a particular technology is configured, cookie information may be capable of being associated with information about a device, browser or website visit. Where such information is treated as personal data, it is handled in accordance with the applicable privacy arrangements for the website.
Cookies should therefore be considered alongside our wider privacy practices. The use of a cookie does not by itself mean that we know the identity of the person using the device.
Browser, device and technical information may be available to certain website technologies.
Some technologies may record general information about website visits or interactions.
Cookie information is separate from customer documents, translation content and interpretation materials unless a particular website function connects the two.
Where cookie-related information is personal data, it is handled according to the relevant privacy requirements and website privacy arrangements.
Cookie use can change as the website develops
Website functions can change over time. A new form, security feature, embedded service, analytics configuration or technical update may introduce, remove or alter a cookie or similar technology.
For that reason, this policy describes the purposes and categories of cookie use rather than promising that the same individual cookie will remain permanently active.
A new function may require technical storage or session information to operate correctly.
Security controls may be adjusted when website protection requirements change.
A technical service may be replaced or configured differently, changing the cookies associated with it.
Analytics or performance arrangements may be changed as the website and its measurement needs develop.
A practical limitation of responsibility
We take reasonable steps to keep website technologies appropriate to their intended purpose. However, websites depend on browsers, devices, hosting systems and other technical services that are not all controlled by us.
We are not responsible for technical problems caused solely by a visitor’s browser, device configuration, network, security software or other systems outside our reasonable control.
Where a third-party service is used on the website, its technical behaviour may also depend on its own systems, configuration and policies. Information about such services may change when their technology changes.
This policy explains the general approach to cookies and similar technologies. It should not be read as a guarantee that every browser, device or website feature will behave in exactly the same way at all times.
Nothing in this policy is intended to remove or limit any responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.
This Cookie Policy applies immediately
This Cookie Policy takes effect immediately. It explains the general cookie and similar-technology practices associated with this website and should be read together with the website’s wider privacy arrangements.
We may update this policy when website functions, technical systems, security arrangements or applicable requirements change. The updated version will be made available on the website when changes are made.
Questions about website cookies?
If you have a question about how this website uses cookies or similar technologies, you can contact us using the official details below. Please include enough information for us to understand the question you are asking.
Effective immediately. Cookies and similar technologies are used according to their technical purpose and the website functions available at the time of your visit.
Cookie Policy
This policy explains how cookies and similar website technologies may be used when you visit this website, what they are used for, which types may be involved and how you can manage them through your browser or device.
Cookies should have a clear purpose.
We use cookies and similar technologies only where they are useful for operating, securing, improving or understanding the website. Different cookies can perform very different jobs, so this policy explains the main categories rather than treating every cookie as the same.
Some cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. Others may support preferences, security, performance or website measurement. The actual cookies placed on your device can depend on the pages you visit, the functions being used and the technologies active on the website at that time.
Cookies may be required for core website functions, security, session handling or technical operation.
Some technologies may remember settings or choices so parts of the website work more conveniently.
Where used, measurement technologies can help us understand how visitors use the website and where improvements may be needed.
You can manage or block cookies through your browser and device settings, although some website functions may then be affected.
Small files and similar technologies
A cookie is a small piece of information that a website can store in your browser or on your device. When you return to the website, that information can sometimes be read again. Cookies can therefore help a website remember information, maintain a session or understand how its pages are being used.
The term “cookies” is also commonly used as a general description for similar technologies, including certain browser storage methods and technical identifiers. These technologies can operate differently, but they may serve related purposes.
These may remain available only while a browser session is active and can help a website maintain temporary information.
These can remain on a device for a defined period and may remember information between separate visits.
These are set directly by the website or by technology operating on its behalf.
Some website functions may involve technologies provided by external services, which can set or read their own identifiers where applicable.
Different cookies serve different purposes
Cookies are not all used for the same reason. The categories below describe the main purposes that may apply to this website. The exact technologies active on the website can change when functions, security arrangements or website services are updated.
These may support basic website operation, security, technical stability, session management and functions that you have specifically requested.
Preference-related technologies may remember selected options or settings so that you do not need to repeat them on every visit.
These technologies may help identify technical problems, page performance issues or general patterns in website use.
Where analytics technology is used, it may provide information about visits and page usage to help us understand how the website is being used.
Cookies or similar identifiers may support security controls, help detect unusual activity or protect website functions from misuse.
Some technologies may be connected with particular website functions, such as forms, embedded content or other features that you choose to use.
Practical reasons for using cookies
Where cookies or similar technologies are used, there should be a practical reason for their presence. Depending on the website functions available at the time, they may help us keep the website working, remember settings, maintain security or understand general website performance.
Supporting technical functions required for pages, sessions and other requested website features.
Helping protect website functions and identify unusual or potentially harmful activity.
Retaining selected settings where a particular website feature needs to remember a visitor’s choice.
Helping us understand general website usage and identify areas where the user experience could be improved.
Allowing selected functions, embedded services or technical components to operate as intended.
Cookies needed for core website functions
Some cookies may be necessary for the website to operate correctly. Depending on the technology being used, these can help with security, session management, technical requests, form functions or other basic features.
Blocking every cookie can prevent certain parts of a website from working as expected. For example, a form, session-based function or other interactive feature may rely on temporary browser information.
These technologies are connected to the technical operation or security of the website rather than being used simply to identify what individual visitors are interested in.
Remembering choices you make
Some website functions may use cookies or similar storage to remember a choice you have made. This can make a later visit more convenient and can prevent a visitor from having to repeat the same setting during a single browsing experience or across visits.
Where a language or presentation preference is offered, technical storage may be used to remember that choice.
Temporary information may support a form or other interactive website function while you use it.
Certain functions may retain settings so that a feature behaves consistently during a later visit.
Embedded or externally provided features may use their own technical identifiers when you interact with them.
Understanding how the website is used
If analytics or performance technologies are active, their purpose is to provide a better understanding of website usage. Information may help identify which pages receive visits, whether pages are functioning properly and where the website experience could be improved.
Website measurement should not be confused with the content of a translation or interpretation service. Information collected for website performance is separate from the customer materials submitted for a service.
General information about pages viewed or website interactions.
Information that can help identify loading, compatibility or technical performance issues.
Aggregated or general information about how visitors navigate and use available website functions.
Technical details such as browser type or device characteristics may be available to website measurement technologies where configured.
Some features may come from external services
Certain website functions may rely on technology supplied by third parties. Examples can include website hosting components, security tools, embedded content, analytics functions or other technical services.
Where an external service uses its own cookies or similar technologies, its processing may be subject to that service’s own terms and privacy information. The presence of a third-party function can also change when the website is updated.
External security components may use technical identifiers to help protect website functions.
An embedded service may use its own browser storage or identifiers when its content is loaded or used.
If an analytics service is enabled, it may collect technical or usage information according to its own configuration and terms.
Website infrastructure providers may use technical identifiers required for their services to operate.
How long cookies may remain available
The length of time a cookie remains on a device depends on what the cookie is designed to do. Some cookies disappear when a browser session ends, while others may remain until they expire or are deleted by the visitor.
A cookie’s lifespan is determined by its purpose and technical configuration. We do not treat every cookie as having the same retention period.
The actual expiry period can vary according to the specific technology and its purpose. A browser may also retain or remove information differently depending on its own settings.
You can control cookies through your browser
Most modern browsers allow you to view, block, delete or restrict cookies. The exact controls vary between browsers, operating systems and devices.
You can usually find cookie controls within your browser’s privacy, security or site-settings area. You may also be able to remove cookies that have already been stored on your device.
Open the privacy or security settings of your browser and review its cookie controls.
Choose whether cookies should be blocked completely or restricted for selected websites.
Remove cookies that have already been stored by the website or other websites.
Some website features may behave differently after cookies are blocked or removed.
Some website functions may be affected
Blocking or deleting cookies does not necessarily prevent you from viewing the website. However, certain functions may not operate in exactly the same way when the browser is prevented from storing information.
Information needed during a browsing session may not be retained when cookies are disabled.
You may need to select certain preferences again during future visits.
Technical security functions can depend on browser storage or identifiers.
Certain forms, embedded features or other interactive elements may not work as intended.
Cookies can sometimes relate to personal information
Depending on how a particular technology is configured, cookie information may be capable of being associated with information about a device, browser or website visit. Where such information is treated as personal data, it is handled in accordance with the applicable privacy arrangements for the website.
Cookies should therefore be considered alongside our wider privacy practices. The use of a cookie does not by itself mean that we know the identity of the person using the device.
Browser, device and technical information may be available to certain website technologies.
Some technologies may record general information about website visits or interactions.
Cookie information is separate from customer documents, translation content and interpretation materials unless a particular website function connects the two.
Where cookie-related information is personal data, it is handled according to the relevant privacy requirements and website privacy arrangements.
Cookie use can change as the website develops
Website functions can change over time. A new form, security feature, embedded service, analytics configuration or technical update may introduce, remove or alter a cookie or similar technology.
For that reason, this policy describes the purposes and categories of cookie use rather than promising that the same individual cookie will remain permanently active.
A new function may require technical storage or session information to operate correctly.
Security controls may be adjusted when website protection requirements change.
A technical service may be replaced or configured differently, changing the cookies associated with it.
Analytics or performance arrangements may be changed as the website and its measurement needs develop.
A practical limitation of responsibility
We take reasonable steps to keep website technologies appropriate to their intended purpose. However, websites depend on browsers, devices, hosting systems and other technical services that are not all controlled by us.
We are not responsible for technical problems caused solely by a visitor’s browser, device configuration, network, security software or other systems outside our reasonable control.
Where a third-party service is used on the website, its technical behaviour may also depend on its own systems, configuration and policies. Information about such services may change when their technology changes.
This policy explains the general approach to cookies and similar technologies. It should not be read as a guarantee that every browser, device or website feature will behave in exactly the same way at all times.
Nothing in this policy is intended to remove or limit any responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.
This Cookie Policy applies immediately
This Cookie Policy takes effect immediately. It explains the general cookie and similar-technology practices associated with this website and should be read together with the website’s wider privacy arrangements.
We may update this policy when website functions, technical systems, security arrangements or applicable requirements change. The updated version will be made available on the website when changes are made.
Questions about website cookies?
If you have a question about how this website uses cookies or similar technologies, you can contact us using the official details below. Please include enough information for us to understand the question you are asking.
Effective immediately. Cookies and similar technologies are used according to their technical purpose and the website functions available at the time of your visit.