Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (they remain on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" cookies (they are deleted when you close your browser).
This Cookie Policy explains which cookies we use on the Compliance College platform, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
We categorise our cookies into four groups based on their purpose:
| Category | Purpose | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Required for the Platform to function. These cookies enable core features such as session management, security, and user authentication. The Platform cannot operate properly without them. | Always active — cannot be disabled | |
| Enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, including your language preference, accessibility settings, and theme choices. | Optional — can be managed via cookie preferences | |
| Help us understand how visitors use the Platform by collecting anonymised data on page views, course engagement, and navigation patterns. Powered by Google Analytics. | Optional — can be managed via cookie preferences | |
| Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns across Google Ads, LinkedIn, and other platforms. | Optional — opt-in only |
The following table provides details about the specific cookies used on our Platform:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
cc_session |
Manages your active session on the Platform and maintains your logged-in state as you navigate between pages | Session | |
cc_auth |
Stores an encrypted authentication token to keep you signed in securely across visits | 30 days | |
cc_cookie_consent |
Records your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask you repeatedly | 1 year | |
cc_csrf |
Provides cross-site request forgery protection for form submissions | Session | |
cc_dark_mode |
Remembers your chosen theme preference (light or dark mode) | 1 year | |
cc_lang |
Stores your preferred language setting | 1 year | |
_ga |
Google Analytics — Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated identifier | 2 years | |
_gid |
Google Analytics — Distinguishes unique users for short-term analysis | 24 hours | |
_gat |
Google Analytics — Throttles the request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic pages | 1 minute | |
_fbp |
Facebook Pixel — Used to deliver targeted advertisements and measure campaign performance on Facebook and Instagram | 90 days | |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads — Stores conversion data for advertising campaigns | 90 days | |
li_sugr |
LinkedIn — Used for tracking conversions from LinkedIn advertising campaigns | 90 days |
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time in the following ways:
When you first visit our Platform, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or customise which categories of cookies you permit. You can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser preferences. Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent the Platform from functioning correctly. You may not be able to log in or access course content if essential cookies are blocked.
Some cookies on our Platform are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality and measure performance:
We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies linked above for more information on how they process your data.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices.
When we make significant changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, through a notification on the Platform.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For broader questions about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.