Cookies Policy
Last Updated: March 01, 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
SketchPad Studio uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website, understand how you use our services, and improve our offerings. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted or expired).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and maintaining your course progress. Without these cookies, some services cannot be provided.
- User authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Course progress tracking
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience. These cookies collect anonymous information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and navigation patterns.
- Google Analytics (visitor statistics and behavior)
- Page view tracking
- User flow analysis
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preference or course selections) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Language preferences
- Video playback settings
- User interface customizations
Marketing Cookies
With your consent, we use marketing cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and track their effectiveness. These cookies may track your browsing activity across different websites.
- Targeted advertising
- Campaign effectiveness measurement
- Retargeting advertisements
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party cookies may include:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
- YouTube: For embedded video content
- Social Media Platforms: For sharing and social features
- Payment Processors: For secure transaction processing
These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Links
For specific third-party cookies, you can opt out directly:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Network Advertising: NAI Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly, including:
- Course progress tracking
- Staying logged in
- Personalized content recommendations
- Video playback preferences
- Shopping cart functionality
7. Mobile Device Identifiers
When you access our services through a mobile device, we may collect device identifiers and other information similar to cookies. You can manage these through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
- Email: sketchpad-studio@gmail.com
- Phone: +1 604 234 2086
- Address: 5485 Manitoba St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3C3, Canada