1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
2. How We Use Cookies
GREAT EDUCATION ENGINE LTD uses cookies to:
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Maintain your session and login status
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security and authentication cookies
- Load balancing cookies
- Cookie consent preference cookies
Legal Basis: These cookies are essential for website functionality and do not require your consent.
3.2 Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enhance website functionality and personalization.
Examples:
- Language preference cookies
- User interface customization
- Form auto-fill information
- Accessibility settings
Retention: Typically 1-12 months
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Examples:
- Page visit tracking
- Time spent on pages
- Click tracking and user behavior
- Error tracking and performance monitoring
Third Parties: We may use Google Analytics (anonymized)
Retention: Up to 24 months
3.4 Marketing Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing effectiveness.
Examples:
- Advertisement targeting cookies
- Social media integration cookies
- Marketing campaign tracking
- Retargeting and remarketing cookies
Note: We only use marketing cookies with your explicit consent.
Retention: Varies, typically 30 days to 2 years
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:
Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
---|---|---|
Google Analytics | Website analytics and performance tracking | Google Privacy Policy |
Payment Processors | Secure payment processing | Varies by processor |
Social Media | Social media integration and sharing | Platform-specific policies |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
5.2 Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
🌐 Chrome
Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
🦊 Firefox
Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
🧭 Safari
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
📱 Mobile
Browser settings > Privacy > Cookies
5.3 Opt-Out Links
For specific analytics and advertising cookies, you can opt out directly:
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:
⚠️ Essential Cookies
Disabling essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly, including login issues and security problems.
🔧 Functional Cookies
Disabling functional cookies may require you to re-enter preferences and settings on each visit.
📊 Analytics Cookies
Disabling analytics cookies won't affect functionality but prevents us from improving the website based on usage data.
7. Cookie Retention Periods
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiry date or manual deletion
- Functional Cookies: Typically 1-12 months
- Analytics Cookies: Up to 24 months
- Marketing Cookies: 30 days to 2 years
8. International Data Transfers
Some cookie data may be transferred to countries outside the UK/EU. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses
- Adequacy decisions
- Additional security measures for data protection
9. Your Rights
Under GDPR and UK data protection laws, you have rights regarding cookie data:
- Right to Information: This policy provides information about our cookie use
- Right to Object: You can object to non-essential cookies
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
- Right to Complain: You can lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Updates will be communicated through:
- Website notifications
- Email notifications to registered users
- Updated revision date on this page
11. Contact Information
For questions about our cookie practices, please contact us:
🍪 Cookie Questions?
GREAT EDUCATION ENGINE LTD
Email: [email protected]
Registration Number: 15719569
Address: 420 Essex Road, London, England, N1 3PJ
We're happy to explain our cookie practices and help you manage your preferences.
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
Click the button below to modify your cookie consent at any time: