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Why we use cookies

We use cookies on our website to make it easier and more convenient for you. We need analytics and advertising cookies so that we can analyse and improve our website. Thank you for your consent.

Categories of cookies

Necessary cookies

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the correct functionality of the website. These cookies anonymously provide basic functions and security measures on the website.

CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-advertisement11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is used to store the user's consent / non-consent to cookies in the "Advertising cookies" category.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is used to store the user's consent / non-consent to cookies in the "Analytics cookies" category.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is used to store the user's consent / non-consent to cookies in the "Functional cookies" category.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is used to store the user's consent / non-consent to cookies in the "Necessary cookies" category.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is used to store the user's consent/dis-consent to cookies in the "Performance cookies" category.
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. This cookie is used to store the value of whether the user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.

Functional cookies

Functional cookies help perform certain functions, such as sharing website content on social networks, collecting feedback and other third-party features.

CookieDurationDescription
cli_user_preference1 yearThis cookie is set by the cookie consent plugin and is used to store information about whether the user consents to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
CookieLawInfoConsent1 yearThis cookie is used to store a summary of the content of the consent given by the user for the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
wp-wpml_current_languagesessionStores the currently selected web language.

Analytics cookies

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors use the site. These cookies help provide information such as the number of visitors, bounce rates, source of traffic and so on.

CookieDurationDescription
_clck1 yearPersists the Clarity User ID and preferences, unique to that site is attributed to the same user ID.
_clsk1 dayConnects multiple page views by a user into a single Clarity session recording.
_ga2 yearsAdds Google Analytics. Cookie _ga counts visitor, session and campaign data. It also tracks site usage for an analytics report. The cookie stores information anonymously and assigns a randomly generated number to recognize unique visitors.
_ga_H5MCCXC4V52 yearsThe cookie is set by Google Analytics.
_hjSession_3568565sessionCookie set by Hotjar tool. Holds current session data. Ensures subsequent requests in the session window are attributed to the same session. 30 minutes duration, extended on user activity.
_hjSessionUser_35685651 yearCookie set by Hotjar tool. Set when a user first lands on a page. Persists the Hotjar User ID which is unique to that site. Hotjar does not track users across different sites. Ensures data from subsequent visits to the same site are attributed to the same user ID.
CLID1 yearIdentifies the first-time Clarity saw this user on any site using Clarity.
MR1 weekIndicates whether to refresh MUID.
MUID1 yearIdentifies unique web browsers visiting Microsoft sites. These cookies are used for advertising, site analytics, and other operational purposes.
SMsessionUsed in synchronizing the MUID across Microsoft domains.

Performance cookies

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyse key performance factors of the website. This helps to improve the user experience of visitors.

Advertisement cookies

Advertisement cookies are used to serve relevant advertisements and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across the web and collect information to deliver personalized ads.

CookieDurationDescription
_fbp3 monthsThis cookie is set by Facebook for the purpose of displaying an ad on Facebook or on a digital platform that uses Facebook advertising after a visit to the website.
ANONCHK1 hourIndicates whether MUID is transferred to ANID, a cookie used for advertising. Clarity doesn't use ANID and so this is always set to 0.
fr3 monthsFacebook sets this cookie in order to serve relevant ads to users by tracking user behavior on the site, on pages that have the Facebook pixel or the Facebook social plugin.
VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE5 months 27 daysThe cookie is set by YouTube to measure the data transfer, according to which either the new or the old player interface is displayed.
VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA5 months 27 daysStores the user's consent status for the current domain.
YSCsessionRegisters a unique ID for storing statistics of videos watched by the user.