1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for the website to function (e.g., secure login, shopping cart). These cannot be switched off. - Performance & Analytics Cookies
Collect information about how visitors use our site (e.g., pages visited, time spent). We use this data to improve site performance and user experience. - Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, login details) to provide a more personalized experience. - Targeting & Advertising Cookies
Used to deliver relevant ads and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. These may be set by us or third-party partners.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties (such as analytics providers, advertising networks, or social media platforms). These third parties may use cookies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites.
4. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enable essential site functionality.
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns.
- Save your preferences for future visits.
- Deliver relevant marketing and promotional content.
5. Your Choices
You have control over your cookie preferences:
- Consent Banner: When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or manage your preferences.
- Manage Preferences: You can update your cookie settings at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our site.
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Consent Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
International Hearing Society
33900 W. 8 Mile Road, Suite 101
Farmington, MI 48335, USA
Phone: 734.522.7200
Email: interact@ihsinfo.org
Website: www.ihsinfo.org
Last Updated: December 2, 2025