Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 8, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They include:

• Session cookies that maintain your connection
• Security cookies that protect against fraud
• Load balancing cookies that ensure site performance
• Cookie consent preference cookies

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. We use this data to:

• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Identify popular content and features
• Optimize our marketing efforts

2.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may be used to:

• Show you relevant course advertisements
• Limit the number of times you see the same ad
• Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
• Build a profile of your interests

2.4 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization, such as:

• Remembering your language preferences
• Saving your course interests
• Personalizing content based on your location
• Remembering your newsletter subscription preferences

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device:

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Google may use this data in accordance with their privacy policy.

3.2 Social Media Plugins

Our website may include social media sharing buttons that may set cookies from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

3.3 Video Content

Embedded videos from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo may set cookies to track viewing statistics and provide personalized recommendations.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customize your preferences

4.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

4.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of interest-based advertising through:

• Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
• Google Ad Settings: adssettings.google.com
• Facebook Ad Preferences: Available in your Facebook account settings

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Some website features may not function properly
• Content may not be personalized to your interests
• You may see less relevant advertisements

6. Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different lifespans:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain for a set period (usually 1-24 months)
• Analytics cookies: Typically stored for 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Usually stored for 30 days to 2 years

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

8. Contact Us

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