What Tracking Technologies We Use

Cookies are small data files that websites place on your computer or mobile device. They're pretty common across the internet. We use them alongside similar technologies like web beacons and local storage to make our site function and to understand how visitors engage with our educational content about budget literacy.

Think of cookies as sticky notes that help websites remember who you are and what you prefer. They can store information like your language preference or whether you've visited before. Not all cookies are the same though – some disappear when you close your browser, while others stick around for months.

Types of Tracking We Apply

How We Use Cookie Data

The information we collect through cookies serves several practical purposes:

• Keeping you logged in as you navigate between pages
• Remembering which learning resources you've already accessed
• Understanding which budget literacy topics generate the most interest
• Identifying technical issues that might affect user experience
• Measuring how effective our educational content is
• Showing relevant program information based on your interests

Data Retention and Your Rights

Different cookies have different lifespans. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Persistent cookies can last anywhere from a few days to several years, depending on their purpose. Analytics cookies typically stick around for about two years, while preference cookies might last longer so you don't have to reset everything each time you visit.

You can delete cookies anytime through your browser settings. Keep in mind that clearing all cookies will log you out of websites and erase saved preferences. If you're concerned about tracking, most modern browsers offer private or incognito modes that don't save cookies after you close the window.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site come from external services we use – things like analytics platforms or content delivery networks. These third parties have their own privacy policies that govern how they collect and use data. We carefully select partners who maintain strong data protection standards, but we don't control their cookies directly.

If you want to opt out of third-party tracking more broadly, tools like browser extensions or industry opt-out platforms can help. The Digital Advertising Alliance and Network Advertising Initiative both offer opt-out mechanisms for participating advertisers.

Changes to This Policy

We update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in technology or regulations. When we make significant changes, we'll update the date at the top of this page. For major updates that affect how we handle data, we might notify you through email or a prominent notice on the website.

We recommend checking back here every few months, especially if you're curious about how we're adapting to new privacy standards or implementing new features.