Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (e.g., computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide insights into how the site is used. We also use similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage, for comparable purposes.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize cookies based on their purpose and duration. The types of cookies used on Sismo Platform include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Platform to function, such as maintaining your login session, enabling course access, and ensuring security. These cannot be disabled.
• Functional Cookies: Enhance your experience by remembering preferences, such as language settings or course progress.
• Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data about how you interact with the Platform, such as pages visited and time spent, to improve our services.
• Marketing Cookies: Deliver personalized advertisements and promotional content based on your interests and browsing behavior.
• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period to remember you across visits.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to provide a seamless and personalized experience on the Platform. Specific purposes include:

• Authenticating your login and maintaining session security.
• Tracking your progress in courses and bootcamps for a tailored learning experience.
• Analyzing usage patterns to optimize content, improve navigation, and enhance performance.
• Delivering relevant promotions, such as course recommendations or discounts.
• Ensuring features like community forums and payment processing work smoothly.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by trusted third-party services that support the Platform’s functionality, such as:

• Payment Processors: Services like PayPal or Stripe may use cookies to facilitate secure transactions.
• Analytics Providers: Tools like Google Analytics collect anonymized data to help us understand usage trends.
• Advertising Partners: Third parties may use cookies to deliver targeted ads on or off the Platform.

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review. We are not responsible for their practices.

5. Your Consent for Cookies

By using the Platform, you consent to the use of essential cookies required for its operation. For non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics, marketing), we provide a cookie consent banner on your first visit, allowing you to accept or decline them. You can update your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link in the footer (if implemented) or your browser settings.

6. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings or the Platform’s cookie consent tool (if available). Options include:

• Blocking all or specific types of cookies.
• Deleting cookies already stored on your device.
• Enabling “Do Not Track” signals (note: not all services honor this).

Disabling cookies may limit certain features, such as personalized recommendations or course progress tracking. For guidance on managing cookies, visit your browser’s help section (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).

7. Data Protection and Cookies

Cookies containing personal information are processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We use encryption and other security measures to protect cookie data, but you should be aware that no online system is entirely secure.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at support@sismoplatform.com or via our Contact Us page.

Last updated: July 15, 2025