Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and tracking how you use our platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function properly. They enable:

• User authentication and session management
• Security features
• Basic platform functionality
• Load balancing

Examples: Firebase Authentication tokens, session cookies

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices:

• Language preferences
• Selected university and country
• Display settings
• Study mode preferences

Examples: i18nextLng (language), theme preferences

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our platform:

• Page views and navigation patterns
• Time spent on different features
• Error tracking and debugging
• Performance monitoring

Examples: Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics

2.4 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us optimize platform performance:

• Caching frequently accessed data
• Reducing server load
• Improving page load times

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third parties that may set cookies:

• Firebase/Google: Authentication, analytics, hosting
• Cloudflare: CDN and security services
• OpenAI: AI-powered features (session tokens)

4. Cookie Duration

5. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage for:

• Caching study materials for offline access
• Storing quiz progress temporarily
• User preferences and settings
• React Query cache (10-30 minutes)

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

6.2 Disabling Cookies

Warning: Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using our platform. Disabling other cookies may limit functionality.

6.3 Clear Cookies

You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. This will log you out and reset your preferences.

7. Do Not Track

We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser settings where possible. However, some functionality requires cookies to work properly.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology or regulations. We will notify you of significant changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

Email: privacy@mbset.com