Cookie Policy
Understanding How Study Loop Uses Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They contain information that helps our platform remember your preferences, track your learning progress, and provide personalized content recommendations. Beyond traditional cookies, we also use web beacons, pixel tags, and similar technologies to collect usage data.
These technologies work together to create a seamless experience across your devices. When you log into Study Loop, our tracking systems recognize your account and sync your learning progress, course preferences, and personalized recommendations. This ensures continuity whether you're accessing our platform from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
This policy is effective as of January 2025 and reflects our current practices
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for basic website functionality. They enable core features like user authentication, secure access to your learning dashboard, and maintaining your session while navigating between course modules.
Functional Cookies
These enhance your user experience by remembering your preferences, language settings, and customization choices. They help our platform adapt to your learning style and provide personalized course recommendations.
Analytics Cookies
We use these to understand how learners interact with our content, which courses are most effective, and where students might be experiencing difficulties. This data helps us improve our educational materials and platform design.
Marketing Cookies
These help us show you relevant course recommendations and educational content that matches your career development goals. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our outreach efforts to potential learners.
Data Retention and Storage Periods
Different types of tracking data are retained for varying periods based on their purpose and legal requirements. Here's how long we keep different categories of information:
Cleared when you close your browser or log out of your account
Stored for the duration of your account plus 3 years for certification records
Maintained until you modify them or delete your account
Aggregated and anonymized data retained for up to 26 months
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over how cookies and tracking technologies function on your device. Most web browsers provide built-in tools to manage these preferences. You can typically find these settings in your browser's privacy or security section.
Keep in mind that disabling certain cookies might affect your experience on Study Loop. Essential cookies are necessary for basic functionality, while optional cookies enhance features like progress tracking and personalized recommendations. Here are quick access methods for popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies
When you adjust cookie settings, changes take effect immediately for new data collection. However, previously stored cookies may remain on your device until they expire or you manually clear them. We recommend reviewing your cookie preferences periodically, especially if you share devices with other users.
Study Loop respects your privacy choices and provides transparent information about our tracking practices. We regularly review and update our cookie usage to align with evolving privacy standards and regulations. If you have specific questions about how we use tracking technologies or need assistance managing your preferences, our support team is ready to help.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy
If you have concerns about our tracking practices or need assistance managing your cookie preferences, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team.