Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your learning experience
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.
We also use similar technologies like local storage, session storage, and web beacons to enhance your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- • Authentication and login status
- • Security and fraud prevention
- • Basic website functionality
- • Load balancing and performance
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
- • Google Analytics for usage statistics
- • Page views and user behavior
- • Quiz completion rates and performance
- • Error tracking and debugging
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to personalize your experience.
- • Language and region preferences
- • Theme and display settings
- • Quiz difficulty preferences
- • Notification settings
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
Authentication Services
- Clerk: Manages user authentication and session security
Analytics Services
- Google Analytics: Provides website usage statistics and insights
- Vercel Analytics: Monitors website performance and user experience
Content Delivery
- Vercel CDN: Optimizes content delivery and website speed
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Our Cookie Preferences
We provide cookie preference controls in your account settings where you can:
- Enable or disable analytics cookies
- Manage marketing and preference cookies
- View your current cookie settings
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to use certain features.
Cookie Retention and Deletion
Retention Periods
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Authentication Cookies: Expire after 30 days of inactivity
- Preference Cookies: Stored for up to 1 year
- Analytics Cookies: Expire after 2 years
Manual Deletion
You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings or by contacting us to reset your preferences.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@chinesefestivalquiz.com
- Address: 123 Cultural Street, San Francisco, CA 94102