COOKIE POLICY
Last updated: August 8, 2025
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure functionality, analyze traffic (with your consent), and enable event registration via our Apex‑Timing integration.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience. Some are essential; others are optional and require your consent.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Essential Cookies
These are required for the website to function properly:
- Squarespace cookies like
Crumb,PHPSESSID,_dd_s - Used for security, session handling, and basic performance
B. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Used only with your consent to help us improve the site:
- Squarespace cookies like
ss_cid,ss_cvisit,ss_cvr - Track site visits and usage behavior
C. Apex‑Timing Cookies
We use Apex‑Timing to manage event registration. Their embedded tool may place cookies for:
- Session and login functionality
- Preference storage (e.g., language or form inputs)
- Technical diagnostics or fraud protection
See the Apex‑Timing Privacy Policy for full details.
D. Embedded Content
Third-party services like Apex‑Timing may set cookies not controlled directly by us. These cookies are subject to their own privacy policies.
3. Managing Your Preferences
On your first visit, our cookie banner allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline optional cookies
- Customize your preferences
You can also manage cookies via your browser settings at any time.
4. Updates
We may update this policy when we add new features or services. Please check back periodically for changes.
5. List of Cookies Used on This Website
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumb | Prevents cross-site request forgery (CSRF) | Session | Squarespace |
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session | Session | Squarespace |
| _dd_s | Error tracking and diagnostics | 4 hours | Squarespace |
| ss_cid | Identifies unique visitors | 2 years | Squarespace |
| ss_cvr | Tracks sessions for unique visitors | 2 years | Squarespace |
| ss_cpvisit | Identifies repeat visits | 2 years | Squarespace |
| ss_cvisit | Tracks current visit | 30 minutes | Squarespace |
| ss_cvt | Tracks time of visit | 30 minutes | Squarespace |
| squarespace-popup-overlay | Remembers if a popup has been closed | Persistent | Squarespace |
| squarespace-announcement-bar | Tracks dismissal of announcements | Persistent | Squarespace |
| Locked | Enables password-protected pages | Session | Squarespace |
Apex‑Timing Cookies
The following types of cookies may also be set through the Apex‑Timing event registration embed:
- Session cookies – For login and registration flow
- Technical cookies – To support the embed functionality
- Preference cookies – Remember form entries or language
Since these are managed by a third-party, their exact names and durations may vary. For more, please consult Apex‑Timing’s Privacy Policy.