Updated Date: Dec 16th, 2024

1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how The National Research Institute for Democratized Learning (“NRIDL,” “we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and associated online platforms (“Services”). It clarifies what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They perform a variety of functions, such as enabling certain features, remembering user preferences, and analyzing website traffic.

3. Types of Cookies We Use
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies:
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core site features and cannot be disabled without affecting site performance.

b. Functional Cookies:
These cookies remember user choices and preferences, enhancing the user experience. For example, they may store language settings or previously viewed pages.

c. Performance and Analytics Cookies:
We use these cookies to understand how users interact with our Services, identify popular pages, and improve overall functionality. Data collected by these cookies is aggregated and does not identify individual users.

d. Targeting or Advertising Cookies:
While we do not typically serve third-party advertisements, if we do so in the future, these cookies may help deliver relevant content or measure the effectiveness of promotional campaigns.

4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers (e.g., analytics platforms) that set cookies on our behalf. These providers may collect information about your online activities across different websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies for more information.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You may adjust cookie settings through your browser controls, typically found in the “Preferences,” “Options,” or “Settings” menu. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that disabling certain cookies may impair site functionality.

6. Changes to this Policy
We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy. Any material changes will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Your continued use of the Services after changes are implemented constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

7. Contact Information
For questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at: support@nridl.org