Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide a better user experience.
How We Use Cookies
Prep For Certs uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
- Authentication: Keep you logged in during your session
- Security: Protect against unauthorized access
- Preferences: Remember your settings and choices
Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our site:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, navigation paths
- Performance: Load times and error tracking
- Device Info: Browser type and screen size
Functional Cookies
These enhance your experience:
- Study Progress: Track your quiz history and streaks
- Personalization: Remember your preferred certifications
- Interface: Remember display preferences
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
- Analytics Providers: To help us understand site usage
- Payment Processors: For secure transactions
- Authentication Services: For social login options
Managing Cookies
You have control over cookies. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies (may affect site functionality)
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our service.
Browser Cookie Settings
Learn how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use local storage to:
- Store your study preferences
- Cache quiz progress for offline access
- Improve loading performance
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
Email: pfcteam@prepforcerts.org
Policy details
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) to enhance your experience on Prep For Certs.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Supabase authentication session | Session / 1 year |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization:
| Storage Key | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| one-hand-mode | Remember accessibility preference | Persistent |
| quiz-settings | Remember quiz preferences | Persistent |
| onboarding-* | Track onboarding completion | Persistent |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They are only set with your consent:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguish unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Store and count page views | 2 years |
2.4 Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements. They are only set with your consent:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_* | Google Ads | Conversion tracking | 90 days |
| twclid | Twitter Ads | Conversion tracking | Session |
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
3.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies including analytics and advertising
- Essential Only: Only allow essential cookies required for the site to function
You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
3.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
- Delete all cookies from your browser
- Allow only certain cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website.
3.3 Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage for:
- Storing your authentication session (Supabase)
- Caching quiz settings and preferences
- Remembering your cookie consent choice
- Tracking onboarding progress
Local storage data persists until you clear your browser data or we programmatically remove it.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We do not have direct control over these cookies. For more information, please refer to the privacy policies of these providers:
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date."
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Contact Form: prepforcerts.org/contact