Allspring Cookies Notice

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Last updated: September 2024

Introduction

This Cookie Notice applies to the use by Allspring of cookies and similar technologies (collectively “cookies”) on the Allspring website allspringglobal.com. The purpose of this Cookie Notice is to explain what cookies are, how they work, the cookies we use and how you can control which ones we use when you visit our website.

This Cookie Notice should be read in conjunction with the Allspring International Privacy Notice and the California Consumer Privacy Act Notice.

This Cookie Notice does not apply to any domains that we do not own or control, or to any third-party domains where Allspring advertisements are displayed.

“Allspring”, “we”, “us” or “our” means Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC; Allspring Funds Management, LLC; Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC; Allspring Global Investments (UK) Ltd.; Allspring Global Investments Luxembourg S.A. (including those acting on behalf of the branches of Allspring Global Investments Luxembourg S.A.); Allspring Global Investments (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.; Allspring Global Investments (Hong Kong) Limited; Allspring Global Investments (Japan) Limited; and Galliard Capital Management, LLC (collectively, Allspring). Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).

Where applicable, these terms shall also mean certain Luxembourg products (and their subsidiaries) managed by Allspring entities including, but not limited to, Allspring (Lux) Worldwide Fund SICAV and Allspring Worldwide Alternative Fund SICAV-SIF.

References to “you” or “your” relate to individuals who visit our website.

What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file which is downloaded to your device or browser when you visit a website. Cookies are then sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit or to another website that recognizes that cookie, to develop a record of the user’s online activity. Cookies may be delivered by the website a user visits, or by third parties. First party Cookies are set by Allspring and belong to the website domain that appears in the browser address bar.

Types of cookies we use on this website:

We use first party and third party cookies for several reasons. Our first party cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our website to operate, and we refer to these as “strictly necessary” cookies. Other first and third party cookies also enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our website. The types of first and third party cookies used and the purposes they perform are described below.

1. Necessary cookies

Necessary cookies help keep our website secure while enabling network management, website functionality and accessibility. You may disable necessary cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the website will not function for you. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information. 

2. Performance cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the website. 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 website and will not be able to monitor its performance. 

3. Functional cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as delivering relevant content or measure campaign performance. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our website. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

4. Targeting cookies

These cookies may be set through our website 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 websites. They are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

Third-party cookies

We work with third-party suppliers who may also set cookies on our website, such as Google. Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users use the website. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity for website operators and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage.  You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser. However, please note that if you do this you may not be able to use the full functionality of this website. 

Consent and updating your cookie preferences

You have a right to decide whether to accept or reject certain cookies (apart from Strictly Necessary cookies, which are always active) by using our Cookie Management tool or browser controls to make your choices.

You can amend your cookie choices at any time, or withdraw any consent previously given by changing your selection through our Cookie Management tool or your browser settings.

Non-cookie tracking technologies

We may also use additional technologies such as pixel tags, web beacons, and clear GIFs, and may permit our third-party service providers to use these technologies. We use these technologies for purposes such as measuring the effectiveness of our advertisements or other communications, determining viewing and response rates, and determining which offers to present to you on our own or on third party websites.

How to block all cookies and what this will mean

If you want to block all cookies, you may be able to do this through the settings in your browser for each browser you use and each device you use. If you block all cookies you may find certain features on our website will not function properly and we may not be able to respond to your request or provide you the best service.

Please remember if you turn off cookies using the settings in your browser, this will apply to all websites, not just Allspring.

Contacting us

The Global Chief Privacy Officer oversees compliance with privacy and data protection law and regulation at Allspring. If you wish to exercise any of your rights, or have questions concerning this Cookie Notice, please contact us at PrivacyOfficer@allspringglobal.com.