Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience. Similar technologies include:
- Session storage: Temporary data stored during your browser session
- Local storage: Persistent data stored in your browser
- Pixels/beacons: Small images that track page visits (we do not currently use these)
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. Without them, you cannot use the Service.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
esl_session |
Session management, authentication, keeping you logged in | 24 hours (or until logout) |
cookie_consent |
Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
You cannot opt out of essential cookies as the Service will not function without them.
2.2 Preference Cookies (Optional)
These cookies remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
theme |
Remembers your light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
sidebar_collapsed |
Remembers sidebar state preference | Session |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
With your consent, we use analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the user experience.
| Cookie/Storage | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
ll_visitor_session (localStorage) |
Identifies your browsing session for analytics. Tracks pages visited, time spent, and interactions. | Session (30 min inactivity timeout) |
- Analytics only runs if you consent via the cookie banner
- Data is processed internally - not shared with third parties
- All analytics data is automatically deleted after 90 days
- You can opt out at any time via cookie preferences
2.4 Advertising Cookies
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services we use may set their own cookies:
| Service | Purpose | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Payment processing, fraud prevention | Cookie Policy |
These third-party cookies are set directly by the third party. Please refer to their policies for more information.
4. Local Storage
We also use browser local storage for:
| Key | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
lesson_draft |
Saves your lesson plan drafts to prevent data loss | Until cleared or submitted |
whiteboard_state |
Saves whiteboard content locally | Until cleared |
user_preferences |
Stores UI preferences | Persistent |
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies including optional preference cookies
- Essential Only: Accept only essential cookies required for the Service to function
- Customize: Choose which types of cookies to accept
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer.
5.2 Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Since we do not use tracking or advertising cookies, we do not currently respond to DNT signals. However, we respect your privacy preferences as described in this policy.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top
- Showing the cookie consent banner again if we add new cookie types
- Email notification for material changes
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: support@lessonloom.org