Cookie policy
Which cookies this site uses, what each one does and how to change your choice. Accept and reject are presented with equal prominence, and continuing to browse is not treated as consent.
This page lists the cookies used on this site and explains how your choice is taken and changed.
How consent works here
Non-essential cookies are not set until you choose. Accept and reject are shown with equal prominence, and there is a granular option for choosing per category.
⚠ Continuing to browse is not treated as consent. A banner saying “by continuing to use the site you accept cookies” does not constitute valid consent, and we do not use that pattern.
Categories
| Category | Purpose | Consent |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Session handling, security, form submission | Not required |
| Preference | Remembering language and display choices | Required |
| Analytics | Understanding which pages are used | Required |
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be switched off because the site cannot function without them; they do not identify you for marketing purposes.
Changing your mind
You can change your preferences at any time from the cookie settings link in the site footer. Withdrawing consent is as easy as giving it.
Browser controls
Your browser also lets you block or delete cookies. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent forms and language selection from working.
Related notices
How personal data is processed more generally is explained in our privacy notice.
How long they last
Session cookies are removed when you close the browser. Preference and analytics cookies persist for a defined period, after which the choice is asked again.
The exact retention for each cookie is listed in the settings panel alongside its purpose.
Related pages
Website terms are on terms of use; our conformance position is on accessibility statement.
Frequently asked questions
Only strictly necessary ones. Preference and analytics cookies wait for your choice.
No. That pattern is not valid consent and we do not use it.
Yes, at any time from the cookie settings link in the footer.
You can refuse all non-essential cookies; strictly necessary ones are needed for the site to function.
Session cookies end when the browser closes; others persist for a defined period listed in the settings panel.