Cookies Policy

Effective Date: 16 October 2024

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how https://hcdexchange.org (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://hcdexchange.org, which includes a community forum, resource library and jobs board.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are used to make websites work more efficiently and improve  your user experience. 

Types of cookies we use

1. Essential cookies
   • These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
2. Analytical/performance cookies
   • These cookies allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and see how visitors move around our website. This helps us improve the way our website works, for example, by ensuring that users can find what they are looking for easily.
3. Functional cookies
   • Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and to provide you with more enhanced and personalised features.
4. Advertising/targeting cookies
   • We use these cookies to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission.
5. Community forum cookies
   • If you participate in our community forum, cookies are used to remember your login details, preferences, and activity within the forum. These cookies allow you to remain logged in and help us maintain your settings during your session.
6. Jobs board cookies
   • Cookies used on the jobs board help with remembering your session, saved jobs, and any application forms you may have started filling out. They ensure that the experience is seamless and user-friendly.

Third-party cookies

We may also use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, which place cookies on your device to collect information about how you interact with our website. These cookies are controlled by third-party providers and not by us. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties.

Some of the common third-party services we use include:

• Google Analytics
• Facebook Pixel
• Advertising partners

Managing cookies

You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings. Please note that if you block all cookies, you may not be able to access all parts of our website, and some functionality may be impaired.

To modify your cookie settings, please visit the following links based on your browser:

• Google Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Consent to use cookies

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to consent to the use of cookies or configure your preferences. By continuing to browse the site after consenting, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy and notify you of any significant changes.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us.