Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 11, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and how you use the site, making your experience more efficient and personalized.
This Cookie Policy explains how Annotation Academy uses cookies and similar technologies on our website annotation.academy.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| authjs.session-token | Maintains your logged-in session | Session |
| authjs.csrf-token | Security token to prevent cross-site attacks | Session |
| admin_session | Admin authentication session | 7 days |
| authjs.callback-url | Stores redirect URL after login | Session |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| course_progress | Tracks your position in course modules | 30 days |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _vercel_insights | Vercel Web Analytics for page views | Session |
| _vercel_speed | Measures page load performance | Session |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Stripe: Payment processing cookies for secure transactions
- Google: OAuth authentication when signing in with Google
- Vercel: Hosting and analytics cookies
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences. You can:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all or specific cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
- Enable "Do Not Track" signals
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website. You may not be able to log in, access courses, or complete purchases with cookies disabled.
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
- Local Storage: Used to store preferences and course progress data locally in your browser
- Session Storage: Temporary storage that clears when you close your browser
These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are managed through your browser settings.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when changes are made.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
For more information about how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.