Cookie Policy
Last Updated: April 15, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how DesignVerse ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal information more broadly.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies help provide a better and more personalized experience.
Other similar technologies such as web beacons, clear GIFs, pixel tags, and local storage can also be used for these purposes. In this policy, we use the term "cookies" to refer to all technologies that store information on your device or that collect information about your browsing activities.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use several different types of cookies on our website for various purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session | Maintains your session and login state | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages they visit most often and if they receive error messages. They help us improve how our website works and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
| _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores user preferences such as language or theme | 1 year |
| recently_viewed | Tracks recently viewed courses | 30 days |
2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are set to display targeted advertisements based on your interests and online behavior. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Used by Google AdSense for experimenting with advertisement efficiency | 3 months |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. These third-party cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these third parties.
Examples of third-party services we use that may place cookies on your device:
- Google Analytics (analytics)
- Facebook Pixel (advertising)
- LinkedIn Insight Tag (advertising)
- Stripe (payment processing)
- YouTube (video content)
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
Additionally, most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. These settings are typically found in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. You can also delete existing cookies from your browser and set your browser to block cookies from being set. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that allows you to tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, our website does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences as described above.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If we make significant changes to this Cookie Policy, we may notify you through a prominent notice on our website or by email.