Cookie Notice

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status. We use cookies to provide a seamless, secure learning experience and to understand how you use our Platform.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function. They include:

• Authentication: Session and security tokens to keep you logged in
• CSRF Protection: Tokens that protect against cross-site request forgery attacks
• User Preferences: Dark mode, font size, and language settings
• Security: Cookies that prevent unauthorized access and fraud

These cookies cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality (login, security, navigation).

Analytics Cookies (Can Be Disabled)

We use Vercel Analytics to understand how users interact with the Platform. This helps us:

• Identify which features are most useful
• Detect and fix performance issues
• Improve user experience and course design
• Understand which pages users visit most

Analytics data is anonymized and does not identify you personally. However, if you prefer not to be tracked, you can opt out.

Functionality Cookies (Optional)

These enhance your experience by remembering:

• Your theme preference (dark/light mode)
• Font size adjustments
• UI state and navigation choices

How to Manage Cookies

Browser-Level Control

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

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

Note: Disabling all cookies may affect Platform functionality.

Opt Out of Analytics

To opt out of Vercel Analytics tracking, you can:

• Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
• Use browser extensions that block tracking
• Contact us to request exclusion from analytics

Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services we use may place cookies on your device:

• Vercel Analytics: For usage insights (see their privacy policy)
• Email Service Provider (Resend): For transactional emails

We do not allow third parties to use cookies for marketing or advertising purposes.

Your Privacy and Cookie Data

Cookie data is protected with the same security measures as other personal information. For details on how we handle all your data, see our Privacy Policy.

Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain for up to 7 days (can be cleared in browser settings)
• Analytics Cookies: Typically expire after 30 days

Questions About Cookies?

If you have questions about our cookie practices, contact us at: privacy@backflowexamprep.com