What Are Cookies Anyway?

Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you visit a website. They're basically tiny notes that help websites remember things about you between visits.

Think of them like breadcrumbs that help you find your way back through a website. When you return, the site reads those breadcrumbs and can remember your preferences, what you had in your shopping cart, or whether you're already logged in.

Some cookies disappear when you close your browser (we call these "session cookies"). Others stick around for weeks or months (those are "persistent cookies"). Both types serve different purposes, which we'll get into shortly.

Why criontavelis Uses Tracking Technologies

We don't use cookies just because everyone else does. Each one serves a specific purpose that either makes the site work properly or helps us improve your experience.

Here's what we're actually doing with them:

Types of Cookies We Use

Not all cookies are created equal. We use four main categories, each with a different job to do.

Specific Cookies in Use

Here's a detailed breakdown of the actual cookies you'll encounter on criontavelis.com. We believe in transparency, so this table shows exactly what each one does and how long it sticks around.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You're not stuck with our default settings. Here are several ways to control what cookies we can use.

Most web browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can change this. Check your browser's help section for specific instructions. Here's what you can typically do:

The location of these settings varies by browser. In Chrome, look under Settings → Privacy and Security. Firefox puts them under Options → Privacy & Security. Safari users will find them in Preferences → Privacy. Edge has them in Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services.

Just be aware that blocking certain cookies might limit what you can do on our site. For example, without functional cookies, we can't remember your learning progress or preferences.

Third-Party Cookies and Services

We use a handful of external services that may set their own cookies. We're selective about which third parties we work with, and all of them are required to handle your data responsibly.

Currently, we work with analytics providers to understand site usage patterns and help us improve our educational content. These services have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle data.

We also use some security services that help protect against fraud and unauthorized access. These may set cookies to identify suspicious activity patterns.

If you want to opt out of third-party tracking, browser extensions like Privacy Badger or uBlock Origin can help. Many analytics services also offer their own opt-out mechanisms.

Data Retention and Deletion

We don't keep cookie data indefinitely. Each type has a maximum lifespan as shown in the table above. Once that period expires, the data gets automatically deleted.

You can also manually clear cookies anytime through your browser settings. This immediately removes all stored cookie data from your device. Keep in mind this also logs you out of sites and erases saved preferences.

If you want us to delete specific information tied to your account, contact us at help@criontavelis.com. We'll process your request within a reasonable timeframe, typically within two weeks.

Updates to This Policy

We review this policy regularly and update it when our practices change. If we make significant changes, we'll notify you through a banner on the site or via email if you have an account with us.

The "Last Updated" date at the bottom tells you when we last revised this document. We recommend checking back periodically, especially if you have concerns about tracking technologies.

Continuing to use criontavelis.com after we post changes means you accept those changes. If you disagree with an update, contact us before it takes effect and we'll discuss your options.