Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 15, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Drift Kelmas ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at driftkelmas.com (the "Website"). This policy describes what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, login details, and other settings. This helps improve your browsing experience and allows us to analyze how our Website is used.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes, including:
- Enabling essential Website functionality and security features
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Analyzing how visitors use our Website to improve our services
- Delivering relevant content and personalized learning experiences
- Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Providing social media features and analyzing social media traffic
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. The Website cannot operate properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state during your visit | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| auth_token | Authenticates logged-in users | 7 days |
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether visitors receive error messages. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous. We use this information to improve how our Website works.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| analytics_id | Tracks visitor behavior and Website usage patterns | 2 years |
| page_view | Counts page views and unique visitors | 1 year |
| session_duration | Measures how long visitors stay on the Website | Session |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on content.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your Website preferences and settings | 1 year |
| language_choice | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| course_progress | Saves your progress through educational content | 6 months |
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by third-party advertising networks with our permission.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ad_id | Delivers targeted advertisements based on your interests | 90 days |
| campaign_tracking | Measures marketing campaign effectiveness | 30 days |
| retargeting_pixel | Shows relevant ads on other websites you visit | 180 days |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Website and deliver advertisements on and through the Website. These third parties may include:
- Analytics Providers: We use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our Website
- Social Media Platforms: We integrate social media features that may set cookies to track your interactions
- Advertising Networks: We work with advertising partners to display relevant ads
- Video Hosting Services: We embed videos from third-party platforms that may use cookies
- Payment Processors: We use payment service providers that may set cookies for transaction security
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we have no control over their cookies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.
How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. However, please note that if you block or delete cookies, some features of our Website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.
Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari
- Microsoft Edge
- Opera
Cookie Preference Center
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject optional cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by accessing our cookie preference center, which is available in the footer of every page.
Opt-Out Links
For certain types of cookies, you can opt out through the following resources:
- Analytics: Most analytics providers offer opt-out tools on their websites
- Advertising: You can opt out of interest-based advertising through industry opt-out platforms
- Social Media: You can adjust privacy settings directly on social media platforms
Mobile Device Settings
Mobile devices also provide settings to control tracking and advertising identifiers. You can typically find these settings in the privacy or advertising sections of your device settings.
Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Website does not respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms. We will continue to monitor developments in this area.
Cookie Retention Periods
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. Expiration periods vary from days to years depending on the cookie purpose
We regularly review our cookie usage and retention periods to ensure they are appropriate for their intended purposes.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. If we make material changes to this policy, we may notify you through a prominent notice on our Website or by email.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: info@driftkelmas.com
- Phone: +380372553774
- Address: Korolenka St, 18А, Kharkiv, Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine, 61000
We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible and work to address any concerns you may have about our cookie practices.
Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find the following resources helpful:
- Information Commissioner's Office guidance on cookies
- All About Cookies website
- Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
- Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies and the data collected through them, including:
- The right to know what cookies are being used and for what purposes
- The right to consent to or refuse non-essential cookies
- The right to withdraw your consent at any time
- The right to access data collected through cookies
- The right to request deletion of data collected through cookies
To exercise these rights, please use the contact information provided above or adjust your cookie preferences through our cookie preference center.