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Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Sytnaya Klyukva ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website sytnaya-klyukva.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.

Types of Cookies

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
  • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use on our website

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our website:

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable basic features like:

  • Page navigation and access to secure areas
  • Form submission and user authentication
  • Load balancing and security measures
  • Shopping cart functionality for course purchases
  • Cookie consent preferences

Essential Cookies We Use:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session for secure browsing Session
csrf_token Security protection against cross-site attacks Session
cookie_consent Remembers your cookie preferences 1 year

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about:

  • Page views and user journeys
  • Time spent on different pages
  • Popular content and courses
  • Traffic sources and referral patterns
  • Device and browser information

Analytics Cookies We Use:

Service Cookie Names Purpose Duration
Google Analytics _ga, _ga_*, _gid Website usage analytics 2 years

Marketing and Advertising Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing campaign effectiveness:

  • Display targeted ads based on your interests
  • Measure advertising campaign performance
  • Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
  • Track conversions from marketing activities

Marketing Cookies We Use:

Service Purpose Duration
Facebook Pixel Social media advertising and retargeting 90 days
Google Ads Search and display advertising campaigns 90 days

Preference Cookies (Optional)

These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalized experience:

  • Language and region preferences
  • Display settings and layout choices
  • Course interests and recommendations
  • Newsletter subscription preferences

Third-Party Services

We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Google Services

  • Google Analytics: Website performance and user behavior analysis
  • Google Ads: Online advertising and conversion tracking
  • Google Fonts: Web font delivery

Social Media Platforms

  • Facebook: Social media integration and advertising
  • Instagram: Content embedding and social sharing
  • YouTube: Video content embedding

Communication Tools

  • Mailchimp: Email newsletter management
  • Live Chat: Customer support functionality

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

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

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

Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer
  • Using your browser's cookie management settings
  • Contacting us directly at [email protected]

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

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

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain types of cookies may affect your website experience:

Essential Cookies

Cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website functionality. Blocking these may result in:

  • Inability to log into your account
  • Problems with course enrollment
  • Security vulnerabilities
  • Broken website features

Analytics Cookies

Disabling these cookies will not affect website functionality but may:

  • Prevent us from improving website performance
  • Reduce our ability to provide relevant content
  • Limit our understanding of user preferences

Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies will:

  • Stop personalized advertising
  • May result in less relevant ads
  • Prevent tracking of marketing campaign effectiveness

Mobile Apps and Other Technologies

While this policy primarily covers website cookies, we may also use similar technologies in mobile applications or other digital platforms. These may include:

  • Local storage and session storage
  • Web beacons and pixel tags
  • Mobile device identifiers
  • Push notification tokens

Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:

  • Encryption of sensitive cookie information
  • Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS)
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls for cookie data

International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside of Canada. When cookies involve data transfers to other countries, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in our use of cookies
  • New third-party services
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • Industry best practices

When we make significant changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date
  • Notify users through our website or email
  • Request new consent where required

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies and tracking:

  • Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
  • Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
  • Industry Opt-out: Digital Advertising Alliance

Contact Us

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

Sytnaya Klyukva
123 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M5H 2M9
Canada

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0123
Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST

This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 1, 2025. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

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