Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, which can make your next visit easier and more useful.

Similar technologies include:

• Local Storage: Allows websites to store data locally on your device
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser
• Pixels/Web Beacons: Small graphics that track user behavior (we do NOT use these for advertising)

2. How We Use Cookies

StudentConnect uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Operations

• Authenticating users and maintaining secure sessions
• Remembering your login state
• Processing secure transactions
• Preventing fraudulent activity

2.2 Functionality

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Storing your selected school context
• Maintaining your session across pages

2.3 Analytics (Anonymized)

• Understanding how users interact with our platform
• Identifying technical issues and errors
• Improving our services based on usage patterns

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without them, you cannot log in or use secure features. They cannot be disabled.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your choices and preferences. Disabling them may result in reduced functionality.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. You can opt out of these cookies.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We use limited third-party services that may set cookies:

5. Mobile Applications

Our mobile applications (StudentConnect Parent and StudentConnect Teacher) do not use traditional browser cookies. However, they may use similar technologies:

5.1 Local Storage

• Storing authentication tokens securely
• Caching data for offline access
• Saving user preferences

5.2 Firebase Services

• Firebase Analytics: Anonymized app usage data (can be disabled in settings)
• Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting to improve stability
• Firebase Cloud Messaging: Push notification delivery

You can manage these in the app's Settings > Privacy section or through your device settings.

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block all or certain types of cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

Instructions for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

6.2 Opt-Out of Analytics

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking:

• Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Use your browser's "Do Not Track" setting
• In our mobile apps, go to Settings > Privacy > Analytics

6.3 Consequences of Disabling Cookies

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Significant changes will be notified via our website or email
• Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: