đĒ Cookie Policy
Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies on IrfanEdu.com
Effective Date: January 28, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how IrfanEdu.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website irfanedu.com (the “Website”).
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Website.
đĒ What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How Cookies Work
When you visit our Website:
- Your browser requests the webpage from our server
- Our server sends the webpage along with cookies
- Your browser stores these cookies on your device
- When you revisit our Website, your browser sends these cookies back to our server
- This allows the Website to “remember” your preferences and activities
Cookies cannot access, read, or modify any other data on your computer. They are simply text files that store small amounts of information. They cannot carry viruses or install malware on your device.
đ Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for the Website to function properly. Enable basic features like page navigation, security, and access to secure areas. | Session / Persistent | Session ID, security tokens, load balancing |
| Performance Cookies | Collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often and if error messages are received. | Up to 2 years | Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat) |
| Functionality Cookies | Remember your preferences and choices (such as language, region, or text size) to provide enhanced, personalized features. | Up to 1 year | Language preference, theme settings |
| Targeting/Advertising Cookies | Used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. Also used to limit the number of times you see an ad and measure ad effectiveness. | Up to 1 year | Google AdSense cookies (if applicable) |
Session vs. Persistent Cookies
đ Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Help you navigate through the Website
- Remember information you’ve entered in forms
- Maintain your session while browsing
- Automatically deleted when you close your browser
đž Persistent Cookies
Long-term cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
- Remember your preferences for future visits
- Track your behavior over time
- Provide analytics data
- Stay on your device for a specified period (days, months, or years)
đ Specific Cookies We Use
1. Google Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our Website. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users and tracks user sessions | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate to limit data collection | 1 minute |
| _gac_* | Contains campaign-related information | 90 days |
Learn more: Google’s Cookie Policy
2. Google AdSense Cookies (if applicable)
If we display ads through Google AdSense, Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Website or other websites.
- Purpose: Personalized advertising, frequency capping, ad measurement
- Duration: Varies (typically up to 1 year)
- Control: You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings
3. Social Media Cookies
We may use social media plugins (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) that set cookies to:
- Enable social sharing functionality
- Track your interaction with social media buttons
- Personalize social media content
These cookies are controlled by the respective social media platforms. Please refer to their privacy policies for more information.
4. WordPress Cookies (if applicable)
If you leave comments or log in to our Website, WordPress may set cookies:
- wordpress_*: Authentication cookies for logged-in users
- wp-settings-*: Customize your view of the admin interface
- comment_author_*: Remember your name and email when commenting
đ¯ Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important reasons:
đ Website Analytics
To understand how visitors use our Website:
- Which pages are most popular
- How long visitors spend on each page
- Where visitors come from (search engines, social media, etc.)
- What devices and browsers are used
- Identify technical issues or errors
âī¸ Website Functionality
To provide essential features and improve user experience:
- Remember your preferences (language, theme, etc.)
- Keep you logged in (if applicable)
- Enable commenting functionality
- Maintain your session while browsing
- Prevent duplicate form submissions
đ¨ Content Personalization
To customize content based on your interests:
- Show relevant exam information
- Recommend related articles
- Display content in your preferred language
- Remember your reading history
đ° Advertising (if applicable)
To display relevant advertisements:
- Show ads based on your interests
- Limit how many times you see the same ad
- Measure ad effectiveness
- Support our free content through ad revenue
đ Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners:
Third-Party Services We Use:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and reporting
- Google AdSense: Advertising (if applicable)
- Social Media Platforms: Social sharing buttons and widgets
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Faster content delivery
- Email Marketing Services: Newsletter management
We do not control third-party cookies. These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how they use cookies.
Third-Party Privacy Policies:
- Google: Google Privacy Policy
- Facebook: Facebook Privacy Policy
- Twitter: Twitter Privacy Policy
âī¸ How to Manage and Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Here are several ways to manage cookies:
1. 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 after each browsing session
- Get notified when a website tries to set a cookie
Browser-Specific Instructions:
2. Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
3. Advertising Opt-Out
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out
4. Mobile Device Settings
On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings â Safari â Block All Cookies
- Android: Browser Settings â Privacy â Clear Cookies
If you block or delete cookies, some features of our Website may not function properly. You may not be able to access certain areas, and your user experience may be affected.
đĻ Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some web browsers have a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked.
Current Status: There is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Website does not respond to DNT signals from browsers.
However, you can still control cookies through your browser settings as described above.
đ Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- Our use of cookies
- Technology and tracking methods
- Legal requirements
- Our business practices
When we make changes:
- We will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy
- For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on the Website
- Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
đ More Information About Cookies
If you want to learn more about cookies and how they work, visit these resources:
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- About Cookies: www.aboutcookies.org
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com
- Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org
đ§ Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: af************@***il.com
Website: www.irfanedu.com
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, typically within 2-3 business days.
Your Privacy Matters
We are committed to being transparent about our use of cookies and respecting your privacy choices. By using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.
Effective Date: January 28, 2026
Last Updated: January 28, 2026
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