How we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website
Last updated: December 15, 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Maple Leaf English Academy ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website shelkovistaya-prostokvasha.com ("Website"). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
We use cookies for several purposes to enhance your experience on our website:
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session state | Session | First-party |
| csrf_token | Security protection against CSRF attacks | Session | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| auth_token | User authentication for student portal | 7 days | First-party |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Third-party |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - session state | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Third-party |
| site_analytics | Internal analytics tracking | 30 days | First-party |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as language preferences and region selection.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Remembers your language preference | 1 year | First-party |
| timezone | Stores your timezone for class scheduling | 6 months | First-party |
| theme_preference | Remembers your theme selection | 1 year | First-party |
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions | 3 months | Third-party |
| ads_preference | Personalizes advertising content | 90 days | First-party |
| utm_source | Tracks marketing campaign sources | 30 days | First-party |
We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies:
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how you use our website. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Our online classes use third-party video conferencing platforms that may set their own cookies for functionality and security purposes.
If you interact with social media buttons or embedded content on our website, the respective social media platforms may set cookies.
When you make payments, our payment processors may use cookies to ensure secure transactions and prevent fraud.
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Disabling certain types of cookies may affect your experience on our website:
If you disable necessary cookies, you may experience:
Disabling analytics cookies will:
Disabling functional cookies may result in:
Disabling marketing cookies will:
Different cookies have different retention periods:
If we develop mobile applications in the future, similar tracking technologies may be used. We will update this policy to reflect any such usage and provide appropriate controls within the application.
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside of Canada. When cookies transfer data to these providers, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through cookies. If we discover that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending an email to registered users.
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies and personal data:
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Address: 1200 Bay Street, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5R 2A5, Canada
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0123
Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM EST
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