Cookie Policy
Last Updated: [November 9th, 2023]
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how VLDB (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy aims to provide you with clear and concise information about these technologies, your choices, and how we use them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can serve various purposes, including remembering user preferences, improving user experience, and tracking website traffic.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features. Without these cookies, the website may not work correctly.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are most frequently visited, the time spent on each page, and any error messages encountered. We use this data to improve the performance and user experience of our website.
- Functional Cookies: Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (e.g., language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
- Analytics Cookies: We use third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies enable us to analyse and improve our site’s performance and content.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage and block cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to alert you when a cookie is being placed on your device or to delete cookies already stored.
- Opt-Out: Some cookies are used for targeted advertising. You can opt out of these cookies through the Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative.
- Third-Party Tools: You can also use various third-party tools and browser extensions to manage cookies.
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and limit its functionality.
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us.
