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Cookies Policy

Last Updated: August 26, 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit websites. They serve various purposes including remembering your preferences, understanding how you use the site, and improving your browsing experience.

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify settings to decline them if you prefer. However, disabling cookies may limit functionality on our website.

How We Use Cookies

Our website uses cookies for several purposes related to functionality, analytics, and user experience enhancement. We do not use cookies for targeted advertising or tracking across other websites.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for website functionality and cannot be disabled in our systems. They enable core features like form submission, session management, and security. Without these cookies, basic services you have requested cannot be provided.

Essential cookies include:

  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Session identifiers for form submissions
  • Security tokens preventing cross-site request forgery

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve site structure, identify popular content, and diagnose technical issues.

Analytics cookies track:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Navigation paths through the site
  • Device types and screen sizes
  • Geographic location (country/region level only)
  • Referring websites and search terms used to find us

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience on subsequent visits. They enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.

Preference cookies store:

  • Language preferences
  • Display settings
  • Previously selected expedition filters

Third-Party Cookies

We may use services from trusted third parties that place cookies on your device. These services are limited to analytics and performance monitoring. We do not permit third-party advertising or social media tracking cookies.

Cookie Duration

Cookies we use fall into two duration categories:

Session Cookies: These temporary cookies expire when you close your browser. They enable navigation and access to secure areas without requiring repeated authentication.

Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. They remember your preferences across visits. Our persistent cookies typically expire after 12 months.

Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control cookie settings through multiple methods:

Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, a banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and respected on future visits. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser data and revisiting the site.

Browser Settings

All modern browsers allow cookie management through settings menus. You can configure browsers to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when closing the browser
  • Prompt before accepting each cookie

Consult your browser's help documentation for specific instructions on managing cookies.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer "Do Not Track" settings. While we respect privacy preferences, there is no industry standard for responding to Do Not Track signals. We minimize tracking regardless of this setting by limiting cookie use to essential functionality and basic analytics.

Web Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser storage technologies (localStorage and sessionStorage) to improve performance and functionality. These store data locally on your device similar to cookies but with different technical characteristics.

We use web storage for:

  • Caching expedition details for faster page loading
  • Storing form data temporarily to prevent loss if you navigate away
  • Remembering your cookie consent choice

Like cookies, you can clear web storage through browser settings.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some website features may not function correctly:

  • Form submissions may not work properly
  • Your cookie preferences will not be remembered
  • Site navigation may be less smooth
  • You may see the cookie banner on every visit

Essential security cookies are necessary for site operation. If your browser blocks these, you may experience limited functionality.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookies policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Updated versions will be posted on this page with revised dates. We encourage periodic review of this policy to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Information

For questions about our use of cookies or this policy, contact us at [email protected].

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