Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 25, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how CyberShield Academy ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our 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 device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall browsing experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

• Authentication cookies to verify your identity when you log into your account
• Security cookies to detect and prevent fraudulent activity and ensure the security of your account
• Session cookies to remember your preferences during your current browsing session

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve our website based on user behavior.

• Cookies that track the pages you visit and how you interact with different elements of our website
• Cookies that measure how you found our website and whether you've visited before
• Cookies that help us understand which parts of our website are most frequently used

Functional Cookies

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

• Cookies that remember your preferences and settings
• Cookies that allow you to use chat features and other interactive tools
• Cookies that help us enhance user experience by personalizing content

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are set to display targeted advertisements based on your interests and online behavior.

• Cookies used to show relevant advertisements based on your interests
• Cookies that measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
• Cookies that help us understand which advertisements you have seen

Third-Party Cookies

We may also allow third parties to place cookies on your device when you visit our website. These third parties may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. The third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of these third parties and not by this Cookie Policy.

Cookie Duration

Cookies can remain on your device for different periods of time:

• Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted manually. The duration for which these cookies remain on your device varies from cookie to cookie.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Generally, you can also manage similar technologies in the same way that you manage cookies – using your browser's preferences.

The following links explain how to access cookie settings in various browsers:

• Cookie settings in Firefox
• Cookie settings in Chrome
• Cookie settings in Safari
• Cookie settings in Edge
• Cookie settings in Opera

Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our website. If you choose to delete cookies, any preferences they had recorded will be lost.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised policy on our website. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our website's contact form or using the information provided on our Contact page.