Cookie Policy

Last updated:

Version 2.0.0

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide enhanced functionality, and deliver information to website owners about how users interact with their services.

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They allow us to maintain your logged-in state.

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device after you close your browser to remember your preferences for future visits.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, provide essential functionality, understand how you use our platform, and deliver personalized content. All optional cookies require your explicit consent before being placed on your device.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Required

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies.

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Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

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Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

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Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user and thereby more valuable for publishers and third-party advertisers.

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3. Detailed Cookie Information

gradespace_cookie_consent

Strictly Necessary Cookies
Provider:GradeSpace
Type:JavaScript
Expiry:12 months
Purpose:

Stores user cookie consent preferences

__session

Strictly Necessary Cookies
Provider:Firebase
Type:HTTP
Expiry:Session
Purpose:

Authentication and session management

__stripe_mid

Strictly Necessary Cookies
Provider:Stripe
Type:HTTP
Expiry:1 year
Purpose:

Fraud prevention and payment security

__stripe_sid

Strictly Necessary Cookies
Provider:Stripe
Type:HTTP
Expiry:30 minutes
Purpose:

Fraud prevention and payment security

_vercel_jwt

Strictly Necessary Cookies
Provider:Vercel
Type:HTTP
Expiry:Session
Purpose:

Platform hosting and authentication

theme_preference

Functional Cookies
Provider:GradeSpace
Type:JavaScript
Expiry:12 months
Purpose:

Remembers user theme preference (dark/light mode)

language_preference

Functional Cookies
Provider:GradeSpace
Type:JavaScript
Expiry:12 months
Purpose:

Stores user language preference

_ga

Analytics Cookies
Provider:Google Analytics
Type:HTTP
Expiry:2 years
Purpose:

Distinguishes unique users

_ga_*

Analytics Cookies
Provider:Google Analytics
Type:HTTP
Expiry:2 years
Purpose:

Stores and counts pageviews

_gid

Analytics Cookies
Provider:Google Analytics
Type:HTTP
Expiry:24 hours
Purpose:

Distinguishes users

_gcl_au

Marketing Cookies
Provider:Google AdSense
Type:HTTP
Expiry:3 months
Purpose:

Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency

IDE

Marketing Cookies
Provider:Google DoubleClick
Type:HTTP
Expiry:1 year
Purpose:

Used for targeted advertising

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our platform integrates with trusted third-party services, each of which may set their own cookies. These services are carefully selected and comply with privacy regulations.

Firebase / Google Cloud (Essential)

Authentication, database, hosting, and cloud functions.

Firebase Privacy Policy →

Stripe (Essential for Payments)

Secure payment processing, subscription management, and fraud prevention.

Stripe Privacy Policy →

Google Analytics (Requires Consent)

Usage analytics, performance monitoring, and user behavior analysis.

Google Privacy Policy →

Twilio (Requires Consent for SMS)

SMS notifications for course updates and alerts.

Twilio Privacy Policy →

Vercel (Essential)

Platform hosting, content delivery network (CDN), and performance optimization.

Vercel Privacy Policy →

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to manage cookies:

🎛️ Our Cookie Settings

Use our cookie preference center to control which cookies we place on your device.

🌐 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies through their settings:

⚠️ Impact of Disabling Cookies

Blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website. Necessary cookies are always enabled to ensure the site functions properly.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. If we make material changes, we may also ask you to re-consent to our use of cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: privacy@thegradespace.com

Address: Gradespace LTD, 86-90 Paul Street, London EC2A 4NE, United Kingdom

Privacy Policy: View our Privacy Policy

Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You're in control. Customize which cookies we use to enhance your experience.