Cookie Policy

Version 1.1 - November 30, 2022

FITCH GROUP, INC. COOKIE POLICY

Related Policy:

Fitch Group, Inc. Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) at https://www.fitch.group/privacy-policy

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES?

Fitch Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries and affiliates (“we”, “us”, “our” or “Fitch”) use the term Cookies and Similar Technologies to refer to all technologies which store and access information on the device used to access the Digital Services, such as your computer, tablet or mobile phone. We use http cookies, for example, which are small data files (typically made up of numbers and letters) that are downloaded when you access our Services and allow us to recognize your device. We also use technology like pixel tags and software kits embedded in our apps (more info).

There are different types of Cookies and Similar Technologies, for example:

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies activated directly by Fitch ('first party cookies') and cookies served on our behalf, for example by advertisers and data analytics companies ('third party cookies').

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies which endure for different periods of time, including those that only last only as long as your browser is open (referred to as 'session cookies'). These are deleted automatically once you close your browser. Other cookies are 'permanent cookies', meaning that they survive after your browser is closed. For example, they recognize your device when you open your browser and browse the internet again.

2. WHICH COOKIES DO WE USE AND WHY DO WE USE THEM?

A. 'Strictly necessary' Cookies

‘Strictly necessary’ cookies are essential in helping you to navigate our websites and access our features, such as accessing secure areas of our Sites. Without these cookies, some services cannot be provided. These cookies allow websites and applications to remember your choices (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal, or secure features or ensure our technology performs effectively.

The information these cookies collect is not meant to identify or profile you. and they may be used to cross-reference other information we retain so that we can provide access to the services that you subscribe to or to tailor our online services specifically to you. They do not gather any information about you that could be used for advertising or remembering where you have been on the Internet outside of the Sites.

B. Performance Cookies

Performance cookies allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and assess visitor navigation of our websites. This helps us improve users' experiences. For example, performance cookies ensure that users searches are easily constructed, and ensure that the website performance is optimal.

C. Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies record your visit to the pages visited and the links followed. We use this information to restrict advertising to your relevant interests. We may also share this information with third parties solely for this purpose.