Cookie Policy
Effective Date: May 1, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how PrepTune (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be “persistent” (remaining on your device until deleted) or “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. 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 session management. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
- Authentication cookies: Keep you logged in during your session
- Security cookies: Protect against cross-site request forgery
- Load balancing cookies: Ensure optimal server performance
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices
- Language cookies: Store your language preferences
- UI state cookies: Remember sidebar and layout preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Usage analytics: Track page views and navigation patterns
- Performance metrics: Measure load times and errors
- Feature usage: Understand which features are most valuable
Marketing Cookies
We may use these cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. These are only used with your consent.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Google Analytics 4: Website traffic analysis, loaded only after you opt in via Cookie Settings. We use Google Consent Mode, so no analytics identifiers are stored until you consent.
- Google OAuth: Authentication services
- Stripe: Payment processing (if applicable)
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of cookies.
4. Cookie Duration
| Cookie Type | Duration |
|---|---|
| Session cookies | Deleted when browser closes |
| Authentication tokens | 7-30 days |
| Preference cookies | 1 year |
| Analytics cookies | Up to 2 years |
5. Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
- Cookie Settings: Use our Cookie Settings page to customize your preferences
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings menu
- Opt-out tools:Use industry opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page
Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
- Local Storage: Store data locally in your browser for faster access
- Session Storage: Temporary data storage cleared when session ends
- Pixel tags: Small images that help track email opens and page visits
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]