What are cookies?
Cookies and similar technologies are very small text documents or pieces of code that often contain a unique identification code. When you visit a website or use a mobile application, a computer asks your computer or mobile device for permission to save this file on your computer or mobile device and access the information. Information collected through cookies and similar technologies may include the date and time of the visit and how you use a particular website or mobile application.
Why do we use cookies?
Cookies ensure that during your visit to our online academy you remain logged in, that all items remain stored in your shopping cart, that you can pay securely, and that the website continues to function smoothly. Cookies also ensure that we can see how our website is used and how we can improve it. Furthermore, depending on your preferences, our own cookies may be used to present you with targeted advertisements that match your personal interests.
What type of cookies do we use?
NECESSARY COOKIES
These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. Some of the following actions can be performed using these cookies: – Store items in a shopping cart for online purchases – Save your cookie preferences for this website – Save language preferences – Log in to our portal. We need to check if you are logged in.
PERFORMANCE COOKIES
These cookies are used to collect statistical information about the use of our website, also called analytical cookies. We use this data for website performance and optimization.
FUNCTIONAL COOKIES
These cookies enable more functionality for our website visitors. These cookies can be set by our external service providers or by our own website. The following functionalities may or may not be activated when you accept this category: – Live chat services – Watch online videos – Social media sharing buttons – Log in to our website with social media.
ADVERTISING / TRACKING COOKIES
These cookies are set by external advertising partners and are used to create profiles and track data across various websites. If you accept these cookies, we may display our advertisements on other websites based on your user profile and preferences. These cookies also save data about how many visitors have seen or clicked on our advertisements in order to optimize advertising campaigns.
UNCLASSIFIED
These cookies are still in the process of being classified. They will appear in one of the following categories: Necessary, Performance, Functional, or Advertising.
How can I disable or remove cookies?
You can choose to opt out of all cookies except necessary ones. In the browser settings, you can change the settings to ensure that cookies are blocked. Most browsers provide you with an explanation on how to do this in the so-called ‘help function’. However, if you block cookies, you may not be able to enjoy all the technical features our website has to offer and it may negatively affect your user experience.