Cookie policy

Last Updated: February 12, 2025

 1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how datocracy ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our WordPress website and LearnWorlds learning management system (collectively, our "Platform"). This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for using them.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our Platform. They help us recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, which can make your next visit easier and enhance your user experience.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

  • 3.1 Essential CookiesThese cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.
    - Session management
    - Security features
    - Load balancing
    - User authentication
    - Shopping cart functionality
    - Basic platform operations
  • 3.2 Performance CookiesThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
    - Page load times
    - Error messages
    - User behavior patterns
    - Platform analytics
    - Traffic sources
  • 3.3 Functionality CookiesThese cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
    - Language preferences
    - User settings
    - Course progress tracking
    - Recently viewed courses
    - Login information
  •  3.4 Marketing CookiesThese cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad.
    - Targeted advertising
    - Social sharing capabilities
    - Interest-based marketing
    - Campaign effectiveness tracking

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our Platform uses cookies from the following third parties:
  • 4.1 WordPress Cookies
    - WordPress login cookies
    - WordPress customization cookies
    - WordPress plugin cookies
  • 4.2 LearnWorlds Cookies
    - Learning progress tracking
    - Course completion status
    - User preferences
    - Assessment data
  • 4.3 Analytics Cookies
    - Google Analytics
    - Platform analytics tools
    - Performance monitoring
  • 4.4 Payment Processing Cookies
    - Payment gateway cookies
    - Transaction processing
    - Security verification
Some third-party cookies may collect data about your online activities across different websites. We do not sell personal data collected through cookies. However, certain third parties (such as advertising and analytics providers) may process data for their own purposes under their respective privacy policies.

5. Cookie Management

  • 5.1 Browser SettingsYou can control cookies through your browser settings:
    - Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
    - Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
    - Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
    - Edge: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  •  5.2 Opt-Out Options
    - Essential cookies cannot be opted out of
    - You can opt out of non-essential cookies via our cookie banner
    - Third-party opt-out tools are available
    - Individual third-party opt-out options are provided where applicable

    If you are a California resident, you have the right to opt out of third-party data processing for marketing purposes. To exercise this right, you may
    -
    Adjust your cookie preferences in our cookie settings panel
    - Contact us at learn@datocracy.ai with your opt-out request
    We require user consent before placing any non-essential cookies. Upon visiting our Platform, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
    - Accept all cookies

    - Reject non-essential cookies
    - Customize your cookie preferences
    By continuing to browse without modifying your preferences, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience:
- Some platform features may not function properly
- Your preferences may not be saved- Course progress tracking may be limited
- Personalization features may not work
- Login persistence may be affected

7. Data Collection and Use

  • 7.1 Information Collected
    Through cookies, we may collect:
    - IP address
    - Browser type
    - Device information
    - Operating system
    - Usage data
    - Location data
    - Learning progress
  • 7.2 Use of DataWe use this information to:
    - Improve our services
    - Personalize user experience
    - Analyze platform usage
    - Track learning progress
    - Maintain security
    - Provide support

    We implement security measures to protect data collected via cookies, including:
  • Encryption of transmitted data
  • Limited access controls for sensitive data
  • Regular audits of third-party cookie compliance

8. Cookie Duration

Our cookies have different durations:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain for a specified period
- Third-party cookies: Duration set by third parties

The duration of cookies used on our Platform varies:
  • Essential cookies: Expire after your session ends or within 30 days.
  • Performance & analytics cookies: Retained for up to 12 months.
  • Marketing cookies: Retained for up to 24 months.
  • Third-party cookies: Retention periods are managed by the respective third-party providers.

9. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our Platform. Significant changes will be notified through:
- Platform notifications
- Email communications
- Website announcements

10. International Data Transfers

Cookie data may be processed outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

This Cookie Policy is governed by the laws of the Kingdom of Spain and complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, contact us at:

datocracy
Email: learn@datocracy.ai

12. Additional Information

For more information about how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.