Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how SkillUp Academy ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, skillupacademy.com (the "Website"). By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time specified in the cookie. Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
How We Use Cookies
SkillUp Academy uses cookies for various purposes, including:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable you to navigate the Website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have asked for, like shopping baskets or e-billing, cannot be provided.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies don’t collect information that identifies a visitor. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. It is only used to improve how our Website works.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. For instance, a website may be able to provide you with local weather reports or traffic news by storing in a cookie the region in which you are currently located.
- Targeting or Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of the advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with the website operator’s permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organizations such as advertisers.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our Website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SessionID | Maintains user session state. | Session |
| AnalyticsCookie | Tracks website usage and traffic. | 2 years |
| PreferencesCookie | Remembers user preferences (language, theme). | 1 year |
| AdvertisingCookie | Tracks user browsing habits to provide targeted ads. | 90 days |
| SecurityCookie | Enhances website security and fraud prevention. | Session |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use third-party cookies. These cookies are placed by other companies, such as Google Analytics, to help us analyze website traffic and improve our services. We do not control these cookies and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of these third-party providers for more information.
Specifically, we use the following third-party services that may use cookies:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and traffic monitoring. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices and opt-out of Google Analytics tracking at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
- Facebook Pixel: For tracking conversions and creating targeted ads on Facebook. You can learn more about Facebook's privacy practices and manage your ad preferences at https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation.
- LinkedIn Insight Tag: For tracking conversions and website demographics on LinkedIn. You can learn more about LinkedIn's privacy practices and manage your ad preferences at https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to control and manage your cookie preferences. You can do this in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or clear cookies when you close your browser. However, please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
- Cookie Consent Tool: Our Website may use a cookie consent tool that allows you to customize your cookie preferences. You can access this tool and manage your settings at any time.
- Opt-Out Links: Some third-party providers offer opt-out links that allow you to prevent them from tracking your online activities. Please refer to their privacy policies for more information.
To manage cookies via your browser settings, please refer to the documentation for your specific browser. Here are links to the cookie management documentation for some popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-0d4a-17ee-479c-0896760fa406
- Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on our Website and indicate the date of the latest revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
SkillUp Academy
Privacy Department
42 Innovation Drive
Techville, CA 91234
Email: privacy@skillupacademy.com
Phone: (555) 123-4567
This Cookies Policy is effective as of January 1, 2025.
Policy drafted by: Amelia Rodriguez, Data Protection Officer, SkillUp Academy.