SparkSchool AI

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 21, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our Service.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

  • Authentication: Keep you logged in during your session
  • Security: Protect against cross-site request forgery
  • Load Balancing: Distribute traffic across our servers
  • Preferences: Remember your language and accessibility settings

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

  • Analytics: Google Analytics to understand usage patterns
  • Performance Monitoring: Track page load times and errors
  • A/B Testing: Test different versions of our features

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices:

  • User Preferences: Theme, language, and display settings
  • Progress Tracking: Remember where you left off in lessons
  • Customization: Personalized dashboard layouts

2.4 Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and advertisements:

  • Educational Content: Recommend relevant learning materials
  • Marketing: Show relevant educational offers (with consent)
  • Social Media: Enable sharing and social features

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third parties that may set their own cookies:

  • Google Analytics: Website usage analytics
  • Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
  • Content Delivery Networks: Faster content delivery
  • Customer Support: Live chat and help desk services
  • Educational Partners: Integration with learning management systems

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Cookie Consent

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

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences
  • Learn more about each cookie category

4.2 Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

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

4.3 Opt-Out Tools

For specific types of tracking, you can use these opt-out tools:

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: The website may not function properly
  • Performance Cookies: We can't improve the service based on usage data
  • Functional Cookies: You'll need to reset preferences each visit
  • Targeting Cookies: Content and ads may be less relevant

6. Children's Privacy and Cookies

For users under 13, we:

  • Obtain parental consent before using non-essential cookies
  • Use only cookies necessary for educational functionality
  • Do not use cookies for behavioral advertising to children
  • Provide enhanced privacy controls for children's accounts

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We'll notify you of significant changes through our website or email.

8. Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us: