Cookie and Tracking Policy
Last updated: March 2025
At araeraiqora, we're upfront about how we collect information when you visit araeraiqora.org. This page explains what tracking technologies we use, why we need them, and how you can manage your preferences. We believe in clear communication about data practices—no confusing jargon or hidden clauses.
What Are Cookies and How Do They Work?
Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you browse our website. Think of them as digital Post-it notes that help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our content. Some stay only during your visit (session cookies), while others stick around longer (persistent cookies) to remember you when you return.
We also use similar technologies like web beacons and pixel tags. These are tiny, invisible images embedded in our pages that help us track which content gets viewed and how visitors move through our site. It sounds a bit technical, but it's essentially how modern websites function efficiently.
Essential Tracking
These are necessary for basic website functionality. They handle things like security, session management, and form submissions. Without these, certain parts of araeraiqora.org simply wouldn't work properly. You can't opt out of these because they're fundamental to the site operating correctly.
Functional Tracking
These remember your choices and preferences—like language settings or which educational resources you've already viewed. They make your experience smoother by personalizing content based on what you've shown interest in before. Pretty useful if you're researching financial planning topics over multiple visits.
Analytical Tracking
We use these to understand how visitors engage with our content. Which webinar topics get the most attention? Where do people spend time reading? This information helps us create better educational materials and improve our platform. The data we collect is aggregated, so we're looking at patterns rather than individual behavior.
Marketing Tracking
These help us show relevant information about our programs and services. If you've been reading about budgeting strategies, we might highlight our related learning resources. They also help us understand which marketing efforts actually resonate with people interested in financial education.
How Tracking Enhances Your Experience
- Remembering which modules you've completed in our learning program
- Keeping you logged in when you navigate between pages
- Understanding which financial topics need more detailed explanation
- Personalizing content recommendations based on your interests
- Measuring engagement with our webinars and educational materials
- Preventing duplicate form submissions when you contact us
- Analyzing which resources help visitors make better financial decisions
Third-Party Tracking Technologies
Some cookies come from external services we use to run our website effectively. For example, we might use analytics platforms to measure site performance or video hosting services for our educational content. These third parties have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle data.
We carefully vet any external service before integration, but you should know that these providers may collect information about your browsing activity across different websites, not just ours. If that concerns you, browser settings and extensions can help limit this type of cross-site tracking.
Managing Your Tracking Preferences
Chrome
Go to Settings, then Privacy and Security, and select Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, allow only specific sites, or clear existing cookies. Chrome also offers enhanced tracking protection that limits how sites can follow you around the web.
Firefox
Open Settings, navigate to Privacy & Security, and look for the Cookies and Site Data section. Firefox provides excellent built-in tracking protection with options ranging from standard to strict. You can also view and remove individual cookies if you prefer granular control.
Safari
Click Safari in the menu bar, choose Preferences, then Privacy. Safari blocks many third-party cookies by default and includes Intelligent Tracking Prevention. You can adjust these settings or clear all website data from this section.
Edge
Access Settings, then Cookies and site permissions. Edge offers tracking prevention levels—basic, balanced, or strict. The balanced setting works well for most people, blocking potentially harmful trackers while keeping sites functional.
Data Retention Periods
Different tracking technologies have different lifespans. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Persistent cookies might last anywhere from a few days to two years, depending on their purpose. Analytical data gets aggregated and anonymized after 26 months.
We regularly review stored data and delete anything that's no longer necessary for the purposes we collected it for. You can always clear cookies manually through your browser settings, though this might reset your preferences and require you to log in again.
If you want specific information about retention periods for particular types of data we collect, reach out to us directly. We're happy to provide detailed explanations about our data management practices.
Additional Information
Mobile Devices
Similar tracking technologies apply when you access araeraiqora.org from mobile devices. Check your device's privacy settings to manage how apps and websites can track your activity. Both iOS and Android offer controls for limiting ad tracking and cross-site data collection.
Do Not Track
Some browsers send Do Not Track signals to websites. While we respect your privacy preferences, there's no universal standard for how sites should respond to these signals. We recommend using browser privacy settings and extensions for more reliable tracking control.
Policy Updates
We update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll note the update date at the top of this page. Continuing to use our site after updates means you accept the revised terms.