COOKIE POLICY 

Last updated September 08, 2026 

This Cookie Policy explains how IMEC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It describes what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use. 

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them through your browser settings or cookie preference tools. 

 

WHAT ARE COOKIES? 

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember user preferences, improve website performance, and provide information about how visitors interact with a site. 

Cookies may be either: 

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. 
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until deleted or until they expire automatically. 

 

HOW WE USE COOKIES 

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to: 

  • Ensure our website functions properly. 
  • Improve website performance and user experience. 
  • Remember your preferences and settings. 
  • Analyze website traffic and visitor behavior. 
  • Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. 
  • Personalize content and communications. 
  • Support registration for events, webinars, resources, and other services. 

 

TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE 

Essential Cookies. These cookies are necessary for the website to operate and cannot be switched off in our systems. 

Examples include: 

  • Security and authentication cookies 
  • Session management cookies 
  • Form submission functionality 
  • Website accessibility features 

Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not function properly. 

 

Analytics and Performance Cookies. These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting information such as: 

  • Pages visited 
  • Time spent on pages 
  • Referral sources 
  • Website performance metrics 

This information helps us improve our website and services. 

 

Functional Cookies. These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced functionality, such as: 

  • Remembering preferences 
  • Saved settings 
  • Language preferences 
  • Previously entered form information 

 

Marketing and Advertising Cookies. These cookies may be used to deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts. 

They may track interactions with: 

  • Email campaigns 
  • Landing pages 
  • Website forms 
  • Event registrations 
  • Downloadable resources 

These cookies help us better understand visitor interests and improve our communications. 

 

Third-Party Cookies. We may allow trusted third-party service providers to place cookies on our website to support analytics, advertising, website functionality, and marketing activities. 

These providers may include: 

 

HubSpot. We use HubSpot to manage forms, marketing communications, customer relationship management (CRM), lead tracking, and marketing automation. 

HubSpot may collect information about: 

  • Pages visited 
  • Time spent on the website 
  • Device and browser information 
  • Form submissions 
  • Interactions with marketing emails and content 

For more information, please review HubSpot’s privacy information at: HubSpot Privacy Policy 

 

Other Service Providers. We may also use third-party providers for: 

  • Website analytics 
  • Event registration and webinar hosting 
  • Video content 
  • Advertising and remarketing 
  • Social media integrations 

These providers may place cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies. 

 

Managing Cookies. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. 

You may choose to: 

  • View stored cookies 
  • Delete existing cookies 
  • Block cookies 
  • Receive alerts before cookies are placed 

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience. 

Browser-specific information can typically be found within your browser’s help documentation. 

 

DO NOT TRACK SIGNALS 

Some web browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature. Because there is not yet a common industry standard for interpreting these signals, our website may not respond to all Do Not Track requests. 

 

CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY 

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. 

 

CONTACT US 

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: 

Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC)
801 W Main Street
Peoria, IL 61606
Email: info@imec.org