Cookie Policy

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+## What are Cookies?
+## 1\. Who we are and scope
+Cookies are bits of data stored by your internet browser about a website. Websites then use this data from the browser each time the website is visited to 'remember' certain functions the browser had performed in past visits. The main aim of Sage's cookies is to help our customers have a better user experience.
+This Cookie Policy describes how Sage Publications (together, "Sage", "we", "us") use cookies, pixel tags and similar technologies (collectively 'cookies') on Sage websites and domains. This policy applies to Sage entities worldwide and to all Sage websites and domains. While the cookies used may differ depending on the website, cookie standards and governance are managed centrally across Sage.
+At Sage we use cookies to help customers who want us to remember them, to stay logged into our sites, so you aren't always required to remember a password. We also use cookies to remember items that have been added to your basket/cart.
+This Cookie Policy should be read alongside the Sage [Privacy Policy](https://sagepub.com/privacy), which explains how Sage processes personal data more generally.
+## Sage's Cookie Policy
+## 2\. What cookies are
+To be able to order inspection/review copies or to purchase products from Sage, you will need to have cookies enabled. If you do not enable cookies, you will still be able to browse our site but will not be able to add anything to your basket/cart or place an order.
+Cookies are small files containing limited amounts of information that are placed on your device, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet, when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your browser and remember information such as functionality or your preferences when you return. Cookies can perform a range of different functions, including improving how a website works, remembering your settings, and enhancing your overall browsing experience.
+We don't store any credit card details in cookies or any information to identify you personally. We do use information gathered from some cookies to help improve your experience. For example, some of the cookies we use ultimately help us identify potential areas of our site that customers may find difficult to interact with or find confusing and in turn either leave the website or drop out of making a transaction. If we are able to identify these areas, it means we are able to improve them for our customers.
+Except for cookies that are strictly necessary, we use cookies based on the choices you make and the consent you provide through our cookie banner or preference centre.
+This information is being provided to ensure that Sage is being transparent about our use of cookies, to make it clear how we use the information we collect and to be in compliance with EU legislation.
+## 3\. Why Sage uses cookies
+## Third Party Cookies
+Sage uses cookies to make our websites work, remember your choices, and understand how people use our sites. For example, cookies can help us remember you so you can stay logged into our sites without repeatedly entering credentials or help us remember items added to a shopping cart.
+On the Sage website we allow our users to conveniently be able to share information about products of interest via different platforms such as Twitter and Facebook or even by a simple email. The functionality has been created by the companies themselves and provided to us to display on our site. By using these functions there may be cookies being created or updated on your machine that are not set by Sage but by these third parties. Because we don't control the settings of these cookies, please check the third party websites for more information.
+We do not store credit card details in cookies.
+For more information on cookies and how to manage them visit [www.aboutcookies.org(opens in a new tab)](https://www.aboutcookies.org/) please note that [www.aboutcookies.org(opens in a new tab)](https://www.aboutcookies.org/) is not a Sage website and Sage cannot be responsible/accountable for content on third party websites.
+Cookies used on our websites fall into different categories.
+## Google User ID
+### Strictly necessary cookies
+We use the Google User ID feature to associate individual user visits/website sessions from different devices with a unique user ID. This data is used in accordance with Google's policies, and we do not transmit personally identifiable information to Google. We may use the Google User ID feature to stitch together data from unauthenticated sessions and authenticated sessions, and also combine this with data in our contact database. We use this data to understand usage better, and to serve the needs of users through tailored communications. You can opt-out of Google Analytics' tracking entirely by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on developed by Google, available at [https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/). If you opt-out, you may receive marketing or advertising from us that is not as tailored as it otherwise would have been.
+Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the website to operate properly and cannot be turned off through our cookie controls. They are typically set in response to actions you take that request services, such as setting your privacy preferences, signing in, or completing forms. You may be able to block or receive alerts about these cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may cause some parts of the website to stop working as intended.
+## Managing Cookies
+### Performance / analytics cookies
+Having cookies enabled will ensure that you get the best user experience when using the Sage website. Your use of the Sage website will signify your consent to our use of cookies. If however you would like to restrict, block or delete cookies from Sage or any other website, you can do this through your browser.
+These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our websites. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around our sites.
+If you do not allow these cookies, our ability to analyse and monitor website performance will be limited.
+If cookies aren't enabled on your computer, this might prevent the Sage website from displaying correctly.
+### Functional cookies
+To enable cookies
+These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set up by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, then some features or services may not work as intended.
+- For PCs: click on 'Help' at the top of your browser window and select the 'About' option
+    For Macs: with the browser window open, click on the Apple and select the 'About' option
+### Targeting / marketing cookies
+## How to check if cookies are enabled for PCs
+These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners and may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. If you do not allow these cookies, the advertising you see may be less relevant to your interests.
+| |
+### Social media cookies
+Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, 10.0, 11.0
+These cookies are set up by social media services that we have added to the site to enable content sharing. They may track how you interact with social media content across different websites and build a profile of your interests. If you do not allow these cookies, you may not be able to use or see these sharing tools.
+. Click on 'Tools' at the top of your browser window or the gear-wheel icon at the top right of your browser window and select 'Internet options' , then click on the 'Privacy' tab
+. Ensure that your Privacy level is set to Medium or below, which will enable cookies in your browser. Settings above Medium will disable cookies(IE 6.0-10.0)
+. Select 'Advanced' button and accept first-party cookies and third-party cookies that will enable cookies in your browser. Check 'Always allow sessions cookies'(IE 11.0)
+## 4\. Consent and cookie controls
+Microsoft Edge
+Sage uses a cookie preference centre to inform you about cookies and to give you control over the use of not strictly necessary cookies (often referred to as "non-essential cookies"). These cookies support functions such as performance measurement, enhanced functionality, and advertising. Cookies requiring consent will only be set once you have provided it through the cookie preference centre. You can give or withdraw consent at any time and update your preferences via the cookie preference centre.
+. Click on 'More actions' button on the toolbar and select 'Settings'
+. Find 'View advanced settings' and click on it
+. Under cookie section, select 'Don't block cookies'
+Where required by applicable law, you may be asked to review and renew your cookie choices from time to time.
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+| |
+## 5\. Jurisdiction-specific notes
+Mozilla Firefox
+Cookies and tracking requirements may vary depending on where you are located. Sage seeks to apply a consistent approach to the use of cookies across its websites, while complying with applicable local laws and regulatory requirements.
+. Click on 'Tools' at the top of your browser window and select Options
+. Then select the Privacy icon
+. Click on Cookies, then select 'allow sites to set cookies'
+In some jurisdictions, this means consent is required for non-essential cookies, while in others transparency and opt‑out mechanisms apply.
+ |
+| |
+For users in the United Kingdom and the European Union, consent is required for non-essential cookies in accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and ePrivacy rules.
+Google Chrome
+For users in the United States, state privacy laws may give you the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information collected through cookies. Sage provides a "Do Not Sell" link and recognizes opt-out preference signals, including the Global Privacy Control (GPC).
+. Click on 'Tools' at the top of your browser window and select Options
+. Click the 'Under the Hood' tab, locate the 'Privacy' section, and select the 'Content settings' button
+. Now select 'Allow local data to be set'
+For users in India, transparency obligations apply under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, and consent mechanisms are implemented where required.
+ |
+| |
+In other regions, Sage applies appropriate cookie and tracking practices in line with applicable local laws and regulatory requirements, which may include consent, transparency, or other user choice mechanisms depending on the jurisdiction.
+Safari
+## 6\. Third-party cookies
+. Click on the Cog icon at the top of your browser window and select the 'Preferences' option
+. Click on 'Security', check the option that says 'Block third-party and advertising cookies'
+. Click 'Save'
+Some cookies used on Sage websites are set by third‑party service providers, such as providers of analytics, advertising, embedded media, or social media services. These third parties may place cookies on your device when you interact with their services through our websites. Sage does not control how these third‑party cookies operate or how the information they collect is used. We encourage you to review the relevant third‑party privacy and cookie notices for more information about their practices.
+ |
+## 7\. Duration of the Cookies we use
+## How to check if cookies are enabled for Macs
+In terms of duration, we may use two different types of cookies on our websites:
+| |
+- Session Cookies. These cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device until you leave our websites
+Safari on OSX
+    or
+. Click on 'Safari' at the top of your browser window and select the 'Preferences' option
+. Click on 'Security' then 'Accept cookies'
+. Select the 'Only from site you navigate to'
+- Persistent Cookies. These cookies remain on your device for much longer or until you manually delete them (how long the cookie remains on your device will depend on the duration or "lifetime" of the specific cookie, as well as your browser settings).
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+| |
+## 8\. How to manage or delete cookies
+Mozilla on OSX
+You can manage cookies through the cookie preference centre on our websites, including through OneTrust, or through your browser settings. These settings allow you to control or block cookies, including third-party cookies, and manage how cookies are used on your device.
+. Click on 'Mozilla' at the top of your browser window and select the 'Preferences' option
+. Scroll down until you see cookies under 'Privacy & Security'
+. Select 'Enable cookies for the originating web site only'
+Please note that disabling cookies, including strictly necessary cookies, may affect how our websites function and limit certain features. If you use multiple devices, you will need to adjust your settings on each one.
+ |
+| |
+For more information about these options, please refer to your browser's help menu
+Opera
+For guidance on managing cookies in common browsers, you can visit the following official help pages:
+. Click on 'Menu' at the top of your browser window and select 'Settings'
+. Then select 'Preferences', select the 'Advanced' tab
+. Then select 'Accept cookies' option
+- [Google Chrome](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
+- [Mozilla Firefox](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox)
+- [Microsoft Edge](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-view-allow-block-delete-and-use-168dab11-0753-043d-7c16-ede5947fc64d)
+- [Safari](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac)
+- [Opera](https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/)
+ |
+| |
+If you have any other browsers, please consult your documentation or online help files.
+Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 on OSX
+For general information about cookies and how to manage them, you may also visit www.aboutcookies.org. This is not a Sage website.
+. Click on 'Explorer' at the top of your browser window and select 'Preferences' options
+. Scroll down until you see 'Cookies' under Receiving Files
+. Select the 'Never Ask' option
+## Cookies we use
+ |
+Information about the cookies used on each Sage site, including an up‑to‑date cookie list, is available through the site's cookie preference centre.
+## All other browsers
+## Changes to this Cookie Policy
+If you have any other browsers please consult your documentation or online help files.
+We may review and update this Cookie Policy from time to time to ensure it remains accurate and reflects changes in applicable laws or how cookies are used on our websites. This Cookie Policy was last updated in June 2026.
+For more information on cookies and how to manage them visit [www.aboutcookies.org](http://www.aboutcookies.org/); please note that [www.aboutcookies.org](http://www.aboutcookies.org/) is not a Sage website and Sage cannot be responsible/accountable for content on third party websites.
+## Contact us
+## Personally identifiable information
+As part of purchasing products from Sage, requesting services, participating in surveys, or accessing special areas on our website, you may be required to supply us with personally identifiable information ("PII").
+Sage may use your PII for internal purposes, to process your transaction, or for marketing purposes.
+Since some areas on our website are co-branded with or sponsored by a third party, you should be aware that your PII may be shared with such third parties and we encourage you to review their separate privacy policies.
+Sage does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals or other mechanisms that provide consumers the ability to exercise choice regarding the collection of PII about an individual consumer's online activities over time and across third party websites or online services. Sage does not track such online activities.
+Sage may provide access to course materials and/or services to educational institutions, associations and other similar customers through its website or through a third party web site. Information collected on these websites is only used by Sage and such customers and third parties as needed in relation to the course materials or services which may include, without limitation, the collection and tracking of certain usage data. Student records which may include PII may be protected by the Family and Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA).
+You should be aware that if you voluntarily disclose your PII (such as your name or email address) in a forum accessible to others (e.g. on blogs, bulletin boards, chat areas and other similar forums including, without limitation, those hosted within a social site), your PII may be collected and disclosed by others. Sage cannot take responsibility for such collection and disclosure.
+We may also disclose PII in special cases when we have reason to believe that disclosing this PII is reasonably necessary to: comply with the law, enforce or apply our terms of business, protect our rights and those of our users, or with your consent.
+If you do not wish to have your PII exchanged or disclosed, please see our contact information above.
+Sage may also send you emails about other products, services and offers relevant to your interests and occupation in addition to sending you emails related to your order placed on our website. If you do not want to receive these, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking on the unsubscribe links within each email. Please refer to our [Privacy Policy](https://sagepub.com/privacy) or [Contact Us](https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/contact-us) for more details
+## Sage cookies
+|
+COOKIE NAME
+ |
+COOKIE PURPOSE
+ |
+| --- | --- |
+|
+Sage cookies
+ | |
+|
+SESSexp, SESStk
+ |
+This primary session cookie is used to hold information about your current session on the Sage website.
+ |
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+SSESS
+ |
+This stores your Sage user session when you're logged in.
+ |
+|
+DYN\_USER\_CONFIRM
+ |
+This is used to protect your current session, preventing cookie theft/spoofing.
+ |
+|
+STYXKEY-region
+ |
+This stores the default region of the site you have selected. For example this helps to ensure you only view the North American (or your selected region) site when moving between pages.
+ |
+|
+STYXKEY-currency
+ |
+This stores information about your currency.
+ |
+|
+STYXKEY-http-referer
+ |
+This stores information about the URL of a previously visited page.
+ |
+|
+course-instance
+ |
+This stores information on course instaqnces created through the Review Copy/Inspection Copy flow.
+ |
+|
+Third-party cookies
+ | |
+|
+Google \*\*
+\_\_utma, \_\_utmb, \_\_utmc, \_\_utmz, NID, S, PREF, khcookie, NID, SID, IDE, DSID, FLC, AID, TAID, ANID, eschange\_uid, \_ga, \_gid, \_\_gcl, \_\_gads, \_\_gac
+ |
+We also use Google Analytics to capture and analyse visitor usage of our site as well as track GA client id of visitors.
+We also use Google Books on some product pages to allow users to preview Book content.
+We also use Google Ads to send relevant advertisements to you.
+These cookies allow these three services to work.
+ |
+|
+Twitter \*\*
+guest\_id, \_\_qca, auth\_token\_session, secure\_session, twll, k, pid, \_\_utma, \_\_utmb, \_\_utmc, \_\_utmv, \_\_utmz, original\_referer, twitter\_sess, Syndication\_guest\_id, Eu\_cn
+ |
+These cookies allow you to Tweet about our products from our website and also allow us to send related advertisements to you.
+ |
+|
+Facebook \*\*
+datr, c\_user, csm, lu, s, xs, act, p, presence,
+ff, oo, ddid, fr, \_fbc, \_fbp
+ |
+These cookies allow you to "Like" and share our products with your friends on Facebook. The cookies also allow us to send relevant advertisements to you.
+ |
+|
+LinkedIn \*\*
+L1c, BizoID, BizoData
+ | These cookies help us to deliver advertisements and special promotions to you through LinkedIn. |
+|
+Sharing Widget - addthis.com \*\*
+uit, ssh, sshs, ssc, uid, uvc, psc
+ |
+ These cookies enable our "sharing" functionality to work across our product pages.
+ |
+|
+widgetserver.com \*\*
+widgetserver.com
+ |
+This cookie enables our "Social Media at Sage" carousel on the home page to operate.
+ |
+|
+Selligent \*\*
+sbt\_i, sbt\_p, sbt\_pi, sbt\_dnt, sb\_<universeGUID>
+ |
+These cookies help us understand user interaction on our site and help deliver [additional information(opens in a new tab)](https://us.sagepub.com/sites/default/files/selligent_cookie.pdf) or relevant advertisements to you.
+ |
+|
+Hotjar \*\*
+\_hjClosedSurveyInvites, \_hjDonePolls, \_hjMinimizedPolls, \_hjDoneTestersWidgets, \_hjMinimizedTestersWidgets, \_hjDoneSurveys, \_hjIncludedInSample, \_hjShownFeedbackMessage
+ |
+These cookies help us understand user interaction on our site and help display the correct content to you and improve your experience on our website.
+ |
+|
+Highspot \*\*
+viewer2, rack.session2, viewer\_authorized\_\[id\]
+ |
+These cookies help us direct message to customers and share review pages.
+ |
+|
+Bombora
+tp, pi, optout, u, mltp
+ |
+These cookies help provide insights into customer interactions across our various sites and services to allow us to better deliver relevant information and advertisements to you.
+ |
+| Basis
+ssi | This cookie is for Sage's content and customer data analytics. It helps Sage deliver a more personalized experience and relevant information and advertisements to you. |
+\*\* As these are third party cookies we do not have direct control over the cookies used. There maybe additional cookies used to allow these services to work, which are not outlined here. The third party websites will be able to provide more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
+If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please feel free to contact us via the [Sage Data Privacy Portal](https://sagepub.com/privacy/privacy-and-data-queries).