Cookie Policy

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 experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and helping us understand how you use our service.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Authentication: To keep you logged in and maintain your session
• Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
• Security: To protect against fraud and improve security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Analytics Cookies

Functional Cookies

4. Third-Party Cookies

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

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Content Delivery Networks: For faster loading of website content
• Authentication Providers: For secure login and user management

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

Opt-Out Options

For analytics cookies, you can opt out through:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Browser "Do Not Track" settings
• Direct opt-out through our cookie preferences (coming soon)

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features may not work properly:

• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Some website features may not function correctly
• We may not be able to provide personalized content

7. Cookie Retention

We retain cookies for different periods depending on their purpose:

8. Students and Minors

We take special care with student data and comply with applicable student privacy laws. If you are under 18, please have a parent or guardian review this policy and assist with managing your cookie preferences.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date above.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: