Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 3, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how ElevatEdu uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

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1. What Are Cookies? 2. Types of Cookies We Use 3. Purpose of Cookies 4. Third-Party Cookies 5. Cookie Controls 6. Specific Cookies Used 7. Similar Technologies 8. Contact Us 9. Cookie Preferences
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What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help with navigation and maintaining your session.

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted. They remember your preferences across multiple visits.

First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies:

First-Party Cookies

Set by ElevatEdu directly

Third-Party Cookies

Set by our analytics partners

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Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic platform functionality. Cannot be disabled as the platform won't work without them.

Analytics Cookies

Collect anonymous information about how visitors use our platform. Help us improve user experience.

Performance Cookies

Help understand how users interact with our platform, identify performance issues, and improve speed.

Note About Advertising Cookies:

We do NOT use advertising or targeting cookies for personalized ads. Our platform is focused on connecting job seekers with employers, not on advertising revenue.

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Purpose of Cookies

Essential Platform Functions:

  • Keeping you signed in to your account
  • Remembering your job search preferences
  • Storing items in your job application cart
  • Maintaining session security
  • Preventing fraudulent activity

Analytics & Improvement:

Usage Analytics
  • Which features are most used
  • Page visit duration and bounce rates
  • Navigation patterns through the platform
Performance Metrics
  • Page load times and performance
  • Error rates and debugging
  • Device and browser compatibility

Job Matching Improvement:

Anonymous analytics help us understand which job search parameters are most effective, improving our matching algorithms to better connect job seekers with relevant employers.

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Third-Party Cookies & Analytics

We use the following third-party analytics services to understand how our platform is used and to improve our services:

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Google Analytics

Website analytics service

  • Anonymous usage statistics
  • Traffic source analysis
  • User behavior patterns
  • Performance monitoring
Google's Cookie Policy →
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Meta Pixel

Conversion tracking analytics

  • Conversion tracking for job applications
  • Platform usage patterns
  • Anonymous aggregated insights
  • Service improvement data
Meta's Cookie Policy →

Important Privacy Notes:

  • IP Anonymization: We use IP anonymization in Google Analytics
  • No Personal Data: Analytics cookies do not collect personal identification
  • Aggregated Data: Only aggregated, anonymous data is shared with third parties
  • Opt-Out Available: You can opt-out of analytics tracking (see Section 5)

Note: Yes, it's now called "Meta Pixel" (formerly Facebook Pixel). We use it solely for understanding conversion rates (e.g., how many visitors complete job applications) to improve our platform's effectiveness.

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Cookie Controls & Your Choices

Browser Controls:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings

Private Browsing

Use incognito/private mode to limit cookie storage

Regular Deletion

Clear cookies regularly from browser settings

Platform-Specific Controls:

Cookie Consent Banner

Manage preferences when you first visit our site

Available

Account Settings

Control analytics preferences in your profile

Available

Opt-Out Tools

Direct links to third-party opt-out mechanisms

Available

Third-Party Opt-Outs:

Important Note About Essential Cookies:

If you disable essential cookies, some features of ElevatEdu may not function properly. You may not be able to sign in to your account, save job searches, or submit job applications.

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Specific Cookies Used

Essential Platform Cookies:

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
.AspNetCore.Cookies Authentication and session management Session / 7 days
.AspNetCore.Antiforgery Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks when submitting forms. Session (browser/tab closure)

Analytics Cookies:

Service Cookie Names Purpose
Google Analytics _ga, _gid, _gat Distinguish users, throttle request rate
Meta Pixel _fbp, fr Conversion tracking, ad delivery

Note: Cookie names and durations may change as we update our platform. This list was accurate as of the last update date shown at the top of this page.

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Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies for the same purposes:

Local Storage

Stores data locally in your browser for faster performance and offline functionality.

Session Storage

Temporary storage that clears when you close your browser tab, used for form data and temporary preferences.

Web Beacons

Tiny invisible images that help us understand if certain content was viewed or emails were opened.

Browser Fingerprinting:

We do NOT use browser fingerprinting techniques. Your privacy is important to us, and we use only standard, transparent tracking methods that you can control.

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Contact Us About Cookies

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please contact us using the information below.

General Inquiries

For questions about cookie usage

hr@elevatedu.org

Response time: Typically within 2-3 business days

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries

hr@elevatedu.org

For formal data protection requests

Technical Support for Cookie Issues:

Browser-Specific Issues:

If you're experiencing issues with cookie preferences not being saved, please include your browser name and version in your inquiry.

Opt-Out Verification:

After opting out of analytics cookies, you can verify it's working by checking your browser's developer tools or using privacy checkers.

Response Commitment:

We are committed to addressing all cookie-related inquiries promptly. For GDPR data subject requests, we will respond within 30 days as required by law. For general inquiries, we aim to respond within 3 business days.

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