Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies to enhance your experience while protecting student privacy and maintaining educational compliance.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes to enhance your educational experience.
Essential Cookies
RequiredRequired for basic website functionality and security
Purpose:
Enable core platform features like login, navigation, and security
Examples:
- Authentication tokens
- Session management
- Security preferences
Functional Cookies
OptionalRemember your preferences and enhance user experience
Purpose:
Store user preferences, language settings, and personalization
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Theme settings
- Accessibility options
Analytics Cookies
OptionalHelp us understand how users interact with our platform
Purpose:
Collect anonymous usage data to improve platform performance
Examples:
- Page views
- Feature usage
- Performance metrics
Performance Cookies
OptionalOptimize platform speed and reliability
Purpose:
Cache content and optimize loading times for better performance
Examples:
- Content caching
- Load balancing
- CDN optimization
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted partners to enhance our platform while maintaining strict privacy standards.
Google Analytics
AnalyticsPurpose:
Website analytics and usage tracking
Data Processed:
Anonymous usage statistics, page views, session duration
Cloudflare
Performance & SecurityPurpose:
Content delivery and security
Data Processed:
IP addresses for security and performance optimization
Intercom
FunctionalPurpose:
Customer support and communication
Data Processed:
Support conversations, user identification for help
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Cookie Preferences
Our Cookie Commitment
We use cookies responsibly to enhance your educational experience while maintaining the highest standards of student privacy and COPPA compliance. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes that enhance your experience on Classroom Ace.
Authentication & Security: Essential cookies maintain your login session and protect against security threats like cross-site request forgery (CSRF).
Personalization: Functional cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings, theme choices, and accessibility options.
Performance Optimization: Performance cookies help us optimize page loading times and ensure the platform runs smoothly for all users.
Analytics & Improvement: Analytics cookies provide anonymous insights into how users interact with our platform, helping us improve features and user experience.
Educational Compliance: We ensure all cookie usage complies with educational privacy laws like FERPA and COPPA.
Student Privacy & COPPA
We take special care with cookies when it comes to student users under 13.
COPPA Compliance: For users under 13, we limit cookie usage to essential functions only and obtain appropriate consent through schools.
Minimal Data Collection: Student-related cookies only collect information necessary for educational purposes.
No Behavioral Tracking: We do not use cookies to track student behavior for advertising or commercial purposes.
School Control: Educational institutions maintain oversight of cookie usage for their student users.
Parental Rights: Parents can request information about cookie usage for their children through their school.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our platform are set by third-party services that help us provide better functionality.
Trusted Partners: We only work with reputable third-party services that comply with educational privacy standards.
Limited Scope: Third-party cookies are used only for specific purposes like analytics, performance optimization, and customer support.
Privacy Protection: All third-party services are required to maintain strict privacy and security standards.
Opt-Out Options: Most third-party cookies can be disabled through browser settings or specific opt-out tools.
Educational Focus: Third-party services are selected based on their commitment to educational privacy and compliance.
Browser Cookie Settings
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers.
Chrome
- 1 Click the three dots menu → Settings
- 2 Go to Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- 3 Choose your preferred cookie settings
- 4 Add site exceptions if needed
Firefox
- 1 Click the menu button → Settings
- 2 Select Privacy & Security
- 3 Go to Cookies and Site Data
- 4 Adjust your cookie preferences
Safari
- 1 Safari menu → Preferences
- 2 Click the Privacy tab
- 3 Choose cookie blocking options
- 4 Manage website data as needed
Edge
- 1 Click three dots → Settings
- 2 Go to Cookies and site permissions
- 3 Select Cookies and site data
- 4 Configure your preferences
Need Help with Cookies?
Our support team can help you understand and manage your cookie preferences.