Cookie Policy

Please read this Cookie Policy carefully before using this website or any of our services. By continuing to browse this website and use our services, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not accept this policy, you may not use this website or our services. All sections of this policy apply to users unless otherwise specified.

1. Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your computer or smartphone by your web browser. Like most professional websites, the AAAMSA site uses cookies—tiny files downloaded to your device—to enhance your browsing experience.
2. This policy explains what information cookies collect, how we use it, and why we need to store cookies. It also provides guidance on how to prevent cookies from being stored, though doing so may impact the functionality of the site.
   1. Session Cookies: These cookies maintain a 'session state' and are active only for the duration of your visit to the website. They expire when you close your browser or after a period of inactivity. Session cookies are essential for the optimal functioning of the platform but do not identify you personally.
   2. Permanent Cookies: These cookies store a unique code on your device to identify you as an individual user. They do not contain personal information. You can view these cookies in your browser’s cookie directory. While not necessary for website functionality, permanent cookies can enhance your browsing experience.
3. There is no standard method to disable cookies without affecting the functionality and features of this site and other websites you visit. Therefore, we recommend not disabling cookies.
4. If you create an account with us, cookies will be used to manage the signup process and general administration. These cookies are typically deleted when you log out but may persist to remember your site preferences.
5. Cookies are used to remember when you are logged in, preventing the need to log in repeatedly as you navigate through the site. These cookies are usually cleared when you log out to ensure restricted areas remain accessible only to logged-in users.
6. If you subscribe to our newsletter or email services, cookies may be used to track your subscription status and display relevant notifications.
7. For e-commerce or payment functionalities, some cookies are essential for remembering your order details between pages to process it correctly.
8. Occasionally, we conduct user surveys and questionnaires. Cookies may be used to track participation and provide accurate results as you navigate through the survey.
9. When you submit data through forms on our website, such as contact or comment forms, cookies may be set to remember your details for future correspondence.
10. To enhance your site experience, we provide options to set your preferences. Cookies are used to remember these preferences and apply them as you interact with the site.
11. We also use cookies from trusted third parties. The following section describes the third-party cookies you might encounter on this site.
12. This site uses Google Analytics, a trusted analytics solution, to understand how you use the site and improve your experience. Cookies may track metrics like time spent on the site and pages visited, helping us create engaging content.
13. Cookies help us analyse how you interact with the site, ensuring a consistent experience and identifying which optimizations are most appreciated by users.