Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and personalizing content and advertisements.
This Cookie Policy explains how VSoft Institute ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and in our services.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Purpose:
- Maintain your login session
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Ensure website security
- Enable basic website functionality
Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (remain for up to 1 year)
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Purpose:
- Track page views and user interactions
- Analyze website performance and usage patterns
- Identify popular content and features
- Improve website functionality and user experience
Duration: Up to 2 years
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
Purpose:
- Remember your language preferences
- Store your course progress and bookmarks
- Enable chat and support features
- Provide personalized content recommendations
Duration: Up to 1 year
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing campaigns.
Purpose:
- Show relevant advertisements
- Track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
- Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
- Measure ad performance and conversions
Duration: Up to 1 year
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies on our website:
Google Analytics
Helps us analyze website traffic and user behavior.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Ads
Used for advertising and remarketing purposes.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Facebook Pixel
Tracks conversions and enables targeted advertising.
Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent Tool
We provide a cookie consent tool that allows you to:
- Accept or reject different categories of cookies
- Change your preferences at any time
- View detailed information about each cookie type
- Withdraw consent for specific cookies
You can access our cookie consent tool by clicking the "Cookie Settings" button in the footer of our website.
If you choose to disable cookies, please note that:
Essential Cookies
⚠️ Disabling essential cookies will:
- Prevent you from logging into your account
- Cause the website to malfunction
- Reset your preferences on each visit
- Disable security features
Optional Cookies
⚠️ Disabling optional cookies may result in:
- Less personalized experience
- Repeated advertisements
- Loss of course progress tracking
- Inability to use certain features
Analytics Cookies
ℹ️ Disabling analytics cookies will:
- Not affect website functionality
- Prevent us from improving the user experience
- Limit our ability to fix technical issues
- Reduce the effectiveness of our services
Different types of cookies are stored for different periods:
| Cookie Type | Retention Period | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser closes | Login sessions, shopping cart |
| Preference Cookies | Up to 1 year | Language, theme settings |
| Analytics Cookies | Up to 2 years | Website usage analysis |
| Marketing Cookies | Up to 1 year | Advertising, remarketing |
| Security Cookies | Up to 6 months | Fraud prevention, security |
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our use of cookies
- New cookie technologies or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Improvements to our website
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our website or email
- Request renewed consent if required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
privacy@vsoftinstitute.com
Phone
+1 (555) 123-4567
Address
VSoft Institute
123 Tech Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
Data Protection Officer
dpo@vsoftinstitute.com