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Cookies Policy

Cortex Online Academy – Cookies Policy

Last updated: January 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cortex Online Academy (“the Academy”) uses cookies and similar technologies on its website and learning platforms to enhance functionality and improve the user experience.
A cookie is a small file downloaded onto your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit our website. Cookies allow the Academy to store and retrieve information about your browsing activity. Some cookies may contain personal data. By allowing cookies, you consent to the processing of your personal data.

For more information, see our Privacy Policy:
https://www.cortexonlineacademy.net/privacy

Types of Cookies We Use

Technical and Functional Cookies

  • Enable navigation and use of features/services on the website or learning platform

Analytical Cookies

  • Help understand how users interact with the Academy website to improve functionality

  • We use Google Analytics (cookies such as __utma and __utmz) to collect anonymous data without identifying individual users

  • More information: Google Analytics Cookie Usage

Advertising and Behavioural Cookies

  • Collect information about user preferences to provide relevant content or ads (“retargeting”)

Social Cookies

  • Set by social media platforms to allow sharing of content

  • May track online activity outside our services

Affiliate Cookies

  • Track visits from partner websites with which the Academy has an affiliation agreement

Security Cookies

  • Store encrypted information to prevent data from malicious attacks

Cookies by Source

Own Cookies – Sent from our domains or platforms

Third-Party Cookies – Sent by domains not controlled by the Academy (e.g., Google Analytics)

Cookies by Duration

Session Cookies – Temporary; deleted when the browser is closed

Persistent Cookies – Remain on your device for a defined period

Managing Cookies

Delete Cookies

  • Clear cookies by deleting your browser history; note that login credentials or preferences may also be removed

Manage Site-Specific Cookies

  • Adjust browser settings to control specific cookies

Block Cookies

  • Modern browsers allow blocking cookies, though some services may not function correctly if blocked

How to Manage Cookies in Common Browsers

Internet Explorer:

Tools → Internet Options → Privacy → Advanced → Override automatic cookie handling → Accept or Block

Firefox

Tools → Options → Privacy → Accept cookies or Tell sites not to track → Remove individual cookies

Google Chrome:

Settings → Privacy & Security → Content Settings → Cookies → Block third-party cookies

Safari:

Preferences → Security → Accept cookies → Always/Never/From websites only

For mobile devices, such as iPhone or iPad, go to:
Settings → Safari → Cookie settings

Further information:

  • Mozilla Firefox

  • Google Chrome

  • Safari

IP Addresses

  • The Academy website may detect IP addresses and domain names automatically for statistical purposes (visits, page views, access points, etc.)

Security

  • Industry-standard technologies (firewalls, access controls, encryption) are used to prevent unauthorised access to data collected through cookies

Changes to This Cookies Policy

  • The Academy may update this policy at any time to reflect legal, regulatory, or operational changes

  • Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically

  • Significant changes will be communicated via the website or email to registered users

Contact

dataprotection@cortexonlineacademy.net