Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They allow us to recognize you and remember your preferences to enhance your experience on SkillStory.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

• Authentication and session management
• Security and fraud prevention
• Website performance and stability

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our services and user experience.

• Google Analytics for website usage statistics
• Performance monitoring and optimization
• User behavior analysis (anonymized)

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide enhanced, personalized features.

• Language and region preferences
• Dashboard customization settings
• Resume and application preferences

Marketing Cookies

With your consent, we may use marketing cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign effectiveness.

• Targeted advertising based on interests
• Conversion tracking and attribution
• Social media integration features

Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to set cookies on our website for the following purposes:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Intercom: To provide customer support and chat functionality
• Stripe: To process payments securely
• Social Media Platforms: To enable social sharing features

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options to manage cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete cookies when you close your browser
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

Cookie Consent Manager

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Change your preferences at any time

Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their type:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain for a specified period (typically 1-2 years)
• Authentication Cookies: Expire after 7 days of inactivity
• Preference Cookies: Retained for up to 1 year

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@ourskillstory.com
• Address: San Francisco, CA