Scope
Applies to WIMA websites and digital pages that link to this Cookie Policy.
Website Policy
Cookie Policy
How WIMA uses cookies and similar technologies across its digital services.
This Cookie Policy explains the types of cookies and similar technologies that may be used on WIMA websites, why they are used, and how visitors can manage their preferences.
EssentialRequired for site security and basic operation
OptionalPreferences, analytics and marketing controls
VisitorChoice and consent for non-essential cookies
2026Last updated June 27, 2026
Essential Cookies
Used to keep the site secure, accessible and functioning as requested.
Optional Cookies
Used only where permitted for preferences, measurement, marketing or embedded content.
Control
Visitors may manage non-essential cookies through available site controls and browser settings.
Overview
Transparent Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small files placed on a visitor's device when a website is accessed. Similar technologies, including local storage, pixels, tags and device identifiers, can also store or access information on a device.
Website Operation
Some cookies are required to provide requested site functions, maintain security, remember consent choices and enable forms or account access.
Non-Essential Controls
Where required, WIMA will request a clear visitor choice before setting optional cookies that are not strictly necessary.
Service Improvement
Analytics cookies may help WIMA understand aggregate website performance, page usage and digital service quality.
Embedded Services
Some pages may include tools, media, forms or analytics supplied by service providers that can set their own cookies when permitted.
Cookie Types
How Cookies May Be Used
WIMA classifies cookies by purpose. The exact cookies present on a page can vary depending on the page, browser settings, embedded content and visitor choices.
Strictly necessary cookies may operate without optional consent where they are required to deliver a service requested by the visitor.
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Visitor Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enable core website functions, security, fraud prevention, network management and consent preference storage. | Session management, form security, load balancing, cookie preference records. | Always active where required. Browser settings may block them, but some site functions may stop working. |
| Preference | Remember visitor selections so the website can present a more consistent experience. | Language selection, region settings, display preferences and saved interface choices. | Optional where not strictly necessary. Can be managed through available site controls or browser settings. |
| Analytics | Measure page performance, understand aggregate use and improve WIMA digital services. | Page views, event counts, referral sources, device type and aggregated usage reports. | Optional where required. Visitors can reject, withdraw or change choices through the available preference control. |
| Marketing and Communications | Support campaign measurement, audience segmentation and relevant communications where permitted. | Campaign source identifiers, conversion measurement and interest-based advertising tags. | Optional and subject to consent or legally required opt-out controls where applicable. |
| Embedded Content | Enable third-party content or services embedded on WIMA pages. | Video players, event tools, forms, maps or social media embeds. | Controlled by the visitor's choices and the relevant third-party settings where applicable. |
WIMA does not use cookies to make immigration eligibility decisions. Professional assessments, membership determinations, certification outcomes and country-program advice should be based on direct information, documents and applicable review procedures.
Duration
Session, Persistent and Third-Party Cookies
Cookies can be temporary or stored for a defined period. Their duration should be proportionate to the purpose for which they are used.
Temporary Cookies
Session cookies usually expire when the browser session ends. They often support security, page navigation and temporary form activity.
Stored Preferences
Persistent cookies remain for a set period or until deleted. They can remember choices, consent status or repeat-visit preferences.
Service Provider Cookies
Third-party cookies may be set by providers that support analytics, forms, event tools, embedded media or security services.
Manage Choices
How Visitors Can Control Cookies
Visitors should be able to make meaningful choices about non-essential cookies. Available controls may depend on the page, jurisdiction and the technologies active on the site.
Changing or withdrawing consent will not affect cookies that were strictly necessary for security, access or preference management.
- Cookie preference tool: Where a WIMA cookie banner or preference center is available, use it to accept, reject or adjust non-essential cookie categories.
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow users to block, delete or limit cookies. Blocking all cookies may affect site security, forms, preferences and login-related functions.
- Third-party settings: Some embedded services provide their own privacy or cookie controls. Those settings may operate separately from WIMA's website controls.
- Recognized opt-out signals: Where applicable law requires and the site is configured to identify them, WIMA will treat legally recognized opt-out preference signals in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Contact route: Visitors may contact WIMA through the official website contact channel for questions about this Cookie Policy or related privacy matters.
Governance
Review, Updates and Website Changes
WIMA may update this Cookie Policy when website technologies, service providers, legal requirements or internal privacy standards change. The updated version should identify the latest revision date.
Cookie Review
WIMA should periodically review cookies used on its websites, confirm their purposes and remove technologies that are no longer required.
Clear Information
Cookie information should be clear, accessible and proportionate so visitors can understand the consequences of their choices.
Preference Records
Where consent is required, WIMA may keep records of visitor cookie choices for an appropriate period to operate the preference system.
FAQ
Common Cookie Questions
These answers summarize WIMA's website-cookie position for visitors and members using WIMA digital services.
Are all cookies optional?
No. Strictly necessary cookies may be required for security, network transmission, consent records, forms or requested website functions. Optional cookies should be controllable where required.
Can I change my cookie choices later?
Where a cookie preference tool is available, visitors can use it to adjust non-essential cookie choices. Visitors can also delete or block cookies through browser settings.
Do cookies identify me directly?
Some cookies only support technical functions or aggregate measurement. Others may be linked with device, browser or account information, depending on the service and the user's interaction.
Do third-party services set cookies?
They may. Embedded tools, videos, forms, analytics, event technologies or security services can set cookies according to their configuration and the visitor's choices.
Policy Notice
Privacy Rights and Local Law
This Cookie Policy is intended to provide clear website-cookie information. It should be read together with WIMA's privacy notices and any consent controls presented on the relevant website page.
If local law provides additional privacy rights, those rights are not limited by this Cookie Policy. WIMA may apply region-specific notices or controls where required.
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