Tracking technologies are small pieces of data—like cookies, web beacons, and local storage—that help our website remember your actions, settings, and preferences. Think of them as digital sticky notes that allow us to recognize you when you return, keep you logged in, and tailor your experience. These technologies can range from essential tools that keep the site running to advanced analytics that help us figure out which lessons are popular or where users might get stuck.

Some tracking is absolutely necessary for the core functions of any online education platform. For example, we use session cookies to keep you authenticated as you move between lessons or submit assignments. Without these, you’d have to log in again every time you click a new page—a frustrating experience for anyone trying to learn or teach. In addition, certain settings like your language preference or accessibility choices are stored using basic tracking to make sure your environment remains consistent, even if you close your browser and come back later.

Beyond these basics, we also have technologies that enhance your learning journey in more subtle ways. For instance, if you mark a video as “watched,” we might remember that for your next visit, so you don’t have to keep track yourself. Personalized dashboards, recommended courses, or even remembering your quiz progress are all powered by functional trackers. These aren’t strictly necessary, but they make the platform feel more responsive to your needs—like a digital assistant quietly working in the background.

Analytical technologies, such as analytics cookies and pixel tags, are used to understand how people interact with our platform. If we notice that students often pause a specific part of a lecture video, we might ask instructors to clarify that topic or provide extra resources. We measure which courses are most engaging, how long students spend on certain activities, and where users tend to drop off. This data isn’t about spying—it’s about making our courses clearer, our navigation smoother, and our support more effective.

In some cases, we use targeting or customization features to offer more relevant content. For example, if you’re interested in math and science, we may highlight courses or resources in those areas. These features might rely on tracking to build a profile of your interests based on your past activity. We do not show third-party advertisements, but we sometimes use this technology to send you reminders about unfinished modules or suggest new learning paths tailored to you.

In the end, the information we collect through tracking helps both you and us. For students, it means smoother logins, personalized recommendations, and easier progress tracking. Teachers get insights into how well their materials are landing, and our support team can spot and fix issues faster. We’re committed to using these tools in ways that respect your privacy while helping everyone get the most out of Folinda Cerantex’s educational offerings.

You have a right to control how your data is collected and used, and we take that seriously. Privacy regulations, like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and similar laws, grant you the authority to make choices about your digital footprint. At Folinda Cerantex, we’ve put tools in place to give you control over the tracking technologies we use, so you can decide what you’re comfortable with.

If you prefer, you can adjust your browser settings to manage or block tracking technologies on our platform. For example, in Google Chrome, you can go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data to block or clear cookies. Firefox offers similar controls under Preferences > Privacy & Security. Each browser is a little different, but most allow you to block all cookies, clear them after each session, or allow only those from trusted sites.

On our platform, we also provide an opt-out mechanism—usually found in the privacy or cookie preference center. Here, you can toggle different categories of tracking on or off, such as analytics or personalization features. All you need to do is visit your account settings, select "Privacy Preferences," and choose which categories you want to allow or block. Some settings take effect immediately, while others may require you to refresh your page or restart your browser.

• If you decide to disable strictly necessary trackers, you may find that essential functions—like staying logged in or saving your quiz progress—no longer work as expected. For example, a student who blocks all cookies might get logged out every time they switch between lessons, making it challenging to complete assignments or participate in discussions.
• Disabling functional trackers can impact your personalized experience. For instance, if you turn off these features, the platform might not remember your preferred language or accessibility settings, leading to a less tailored and possibly less accessible learning environment.
• Turning off analytics means we lose insight into how our platform performs, which can slow down improvements. If many users block analytics, we might miss common stumbling blocks in certain course modules, making it harder for us to adjust content or offer targeted support.

There are also third-party tools and browser extensions designed to help you manage tracking technologies. Extensions like Privacy Badger or uBlock Origin let you block trackers across all sites, not just ours. While these tools are helpful, they may also interfere with certain website features—so it’s wise to experiment and see what balance works for you as a student or teacher.

Ultimately, deciding how much to share comes down to striking a balance between privacy and convenience. We encourage you to review your options, consider the trade-offs, and set preferences that fit your comfort level. If you ever feel unsure, our support materials can walk you through each choice, helping you make decisions that work for your learning journey.

Folinda Cerantex retains tracking data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy. Generally, session cookies expire once you close your browser, while persistent cookies and other stored data may last from a few days up to 13 months, depending on their role. For instance, preference cookies that remember your accessibility choices might stay a bit longer to ensure your environment remains consistent. Once data is no longer needed, we follow strict deletion protocols to remove it from our systems.

Keeping your data safe is a top priority. We use a mix of technical and organizational safeguards, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure access controls for staff, and regular audits of our systems. For example, only authorized personnel can view analytics reports, and all sensitive data is stored using strong encryption. We also monitor our infrastructure 24/7 for signs of unauthorized access or unusual activity.

Tracking data is just one part of your broader privacy picture. When you interact with our platform—say, by enrolling in a course, posting to a forum, or submitting assignments—your data flows through secure channels into our main systems. We make sure that tracking information is only linked to your account where necessary, such as for login sessions or personalized recommendations, and always in line with our overall privacy commitments.

We comply with all relevant privacy laws that apply to educational settings, including the GDPR in Europe and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States. Our legal team reviews our data handling processes regularly to make sure we’re up to date. For example, if a new regulation comes into effect that affects how student data is treated, we update our practices and this policy right away.

In some cases, your data may be transferred outside your home country, especially if you access Folinda Cerantex from abroad or if we work with service providers based in other regions. Whenever data crosses borders, we apply additional safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other legally approved measures, to make sure your rights and protections travel with your information.

Folinda Cerantex reserves the right to update this Data Usage Policy whenever our practices change or when laws and technology evolve. For example, if we add a new learning tool that requires a different type of tracking—say, a collaborative whiteboard or AI-powered tutor—we’ll revise this policy to explain how that works. Occasionally, changes in privacy law or guidance from educational authorities may also prompt updates.

When we make significant changes, we’ll notify you through the communication channels you rely on—like email alerts, in-platform banners, or notifications when you log in. We do our best to give you advance notice, typically at least two weeks before changes take effect, so you have time to review and adjust your preferences if needed.

We keep track of each version of this policy and, where possible, provide access to earlier versions for your reference. If you ever need to check what terms applied to your data on a past date, you can visit our policy archive in your account dashboard or request a copy through our support channels. This way, you always know what you agreed to at any point in time.

By continuing to use the Folinda Cerantex platform after we update this policy, you indicate your acceptance of the revised terms. We take your consent seriously—our systems are designed to prompt you to review and accept significant changes, especially those that affect your rights or choices. If you disagree with any updates, you have the option to adjust your settings or, if necessary, discontinue use of our services.