Last updated: May 12, 2026
1. Introduction
This website (the “Website”) is operated by NEC Corporation (“NEC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains how and why cookies and similar technologies are used on our Website, and how you can manage your preferences.
Cookies help us provide a secure, efficient, and user friendly Website, as well as understand how the Website is used so that we can improve it over time.
2. What are cookies and similar technologies?
A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies, such as local storage, pixels or web beacons, and tags or scripts. For simplicity, all of these technologies are referred to as “cookies” in this policy.
Please note that your browser does not need to store cookies to view our website. However, disabling the cookies might adversely affect the usability of our website and the ability to use our services effectively.
3. First party and third party cookies
Cookies used on our Website may be:
- First party cookies, set directly by NEC; or
- Third party cookies, set by third parties whose services are used on our Website.
Third party cookies are subject to the respective third party’s own privacy and cookie notices.
4. Categories of cookies we use
We use cookies that allow us to recognize you, customize your experience and to provide us with information about the way users access our site.
4.1 Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
4.2 Performance cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance.
4.3 Functional cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
4.4 Targeting cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
5. Purposes of cookie use
Cookies may be used for the following purposes:
- ensuring the secure and proper operation of the Website;
- remembering your preferences and settings;
- measuring Website usage and performance;
- improving content and user experience;
- delivering relevant content or advertisements;
- enabling third party services such as embedded media.
6. Legal basis for cookie use
Where required by applicable law, non essential cookies are used only with your consent. Strictly necessary cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in operating the Website securely and efficiently.
7. Cookie consent and preference management
When you first visit our Website, you are presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non essential cookies, or manage your preferences.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link available on the Website.
8. Detailed cookie and vendor information
Detailed information about cookie categories, purposes, vendors, and links to third party privacy notices is provided through our consent management tool.
For technical details such as cookie names and duration, please refer to the consent tool and the respective vendors’ notices.
9. Managing cookies through your browser
You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
10. Third party websites and embedded content
Our Website may contain links to third party websites or embedded content. These third parties may set their own cookies, over which we have no control.
11. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices.
12. Contact information
If you have any questions or concerns about our cookie policy, please contact us.
This Cookie Policy applies only to NEC Corporation and does not cover other NEC Group companies.