Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how IELTAI uses cookies and similar technologies.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better experience and understand how you use our platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

  • Session management (keeps you logged in)
  • Security features
  • Load balancing
  • CSRF protection

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function.

2.2 Functional Cookies

  • Language preferences
  • Theme settings (light/dark mode)
  • Test progress saving
  • User preferences

2.3 Analytics Cookies

  • Page views and navigation patterns
  • Feature usage statistics
  • Error tracking
  • Performance monitoring

We use this data to improve our platform.

2.4 Performance Cookies

  • Load times
  • Server response times
  • Error rates
  • User experience metrics

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services that may set their own cookies:

  • Stripe (payment processing)
  • PayPal (payment processing)
  • Analytics providers
  • CDN providers

These services have their own cookie policies.

4. How to Control Cookies

4.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete cookies after each session
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

4.2 Opt-Out

You can opt out of analytics cookies through our cookie consent banner.

⚠️ Note

Blocking essential cookies may prevent the platform from working properly.

5. Cookie Duration

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain for a set period (usually 30-365 days)
  • Authentication cookies: 30 days
  • Preference cookies: 365 days

6. Do Not Track

We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser settings for analytics cookies.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy as we add new features or technologies. Check back periodically for changes.

8. Questions

For cookie-related questions:

Email: privacy@ieltai.com