Cookies Policy
Last updated: November 16, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our site, and improve your experience.
2. Cookie Categories
We use the following categories of cookies:
2.1 Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
Essential for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session | Maintain user authentication state | Session (browser close) |
| ctg_cookie_consent | Store your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| CSRF token | Security protection against cross-site attacks | Session |
2.2 Preferences Cookies
Remember your language and interface preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Remember selected language | 6 months |
| ui_theme | Remember interface preferences | 6 months |
2.3 Statistics/Analytics Cookies
Help us understand visitor behavior and improve the site. Requires your consent.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (if enabled) | Track page views, user flow, demographics | 2 years |
| _ga, _gid, _gat | Google Analytics tracking cookies | Varies (see Google's policy) |
2.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies
Show relevant advertisements. Requires your consent.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Third-party ad networks (if enabled) | Personalized advertisements | Varies by provider |
2.5 Integrations/Third-Party Resources
Enable maps, social widgets, and external fonts. Requires your consent.
| Provider | Purpose | Data Sent |
|---|---|---|
| Google Fonts CDN | Load custom fonts | IP address, user agent, font requests |
| Google Maps (if used) | Display interactive maps | Location data, IP address |
| Social media widgets | Share content, display social feeds | Varies by platform |
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over cookies:
3.1 Our Cookie Settings
3.2 Browser Settings
You can also block cookies through your browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies
Note: Blocking necessary cookies may prevent parts of the site from functioning.
4. Third-Party Privacy Policies
When you consent to third-party cookies, those providers have their own privacy policies:
- Google Fonts: Google Privacy Policy
- Google Analytics: How Google uses data
- Google Maps: Google Privacy Policy
5. Self-Hosting Option (Recommended)
To enhance privacy, we recommend self-hosting resources instead of using third-party CDNs. Contact our technical team for information about:
- Self-hosted fonts (eliminates Google Fonts CDN)
- Local analytics solutions
- Privacy-first integrations
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. Check the "Last updated" date at the top. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance.