Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

1.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow our website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

1.2 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website, cookies help us:

• Remember your login status and preferences
• Understand how you use our website
• Provide personalized content and features
• Improve website performance and functionality
• Deliver relevant educational content

1.3 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

• Web Beacons: Small image files that track user behavior
• Local Storage: Browser storage for larger amounts of data
• Session Storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser
• Pixels: Tracking codes embedded in web pages
• SDK: Software development kits for mobile applications

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Classification by Duration

Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session state as you navigate through our website.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them manually. They remember your preferences across multiple visits.

2.2 Classification by Purpose

First-Party Cookies

Set directly by Royal Matrix to provide core website functionality and improve your user experience.

Third-Party Cookies

Set by external service providers to enable additional features like analytics, advertising, or social media integration.

2.3 Cookie Categories

We categorize our cookies into four main types based on their function:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website operation
• Functional Cookies: Enhance functionality and personalization
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage
• Marketing Cookies: Support advertising and promotional activities

3. Essential Cookies

3.1 Purpose

Essential cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided.

3.2 Examples of Essential Cookies

3.3 Legal Basis

Essential cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website and do not require your explicit consent under GDPR and similar privacy laws.

4. Functional Cookies

4.1 Purpose

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

4.2 Examples of Functional Cookies

4.3 Functionality Enabled

• Personalized dashboard layout
• Saved calculator configurations
• Customized content recommendations
• Accessibility feature preferences
• Educational pathway continuity
• Regional content adaptation

5. Analytics Cookies

5.1 Purpose

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.

5.2 Analytics Providers

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to:

• Track unique visitors and sessions
• Monitor page views and bounce rates
• Analyze user flow and behavior patterns
• Measure conversion rates and goal completions
• Generate demographic and interest reports

Internal Analytics

Our proprietary analytics system tracks:

• Educational content engagement
• Calculator usage patterns
• Learning progress and outcomes
• Feature adoption rates
• Performance metrics and error rates

5.3 Analytics Cookies

5.4 Data Processing

Analytics data is processed to:

• Identify popular content and features
• Optimize website performance
• Improve educational pathways
• Detect and fix technical issues
• Enhance user experience design

6. Marketing Cookies

6.1 Purpose

Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They track your activity across websites to build a profile of your interests.

6.2 Advertising Partners

We work with trusted advertising partners who may set cookies on our website:

• Google Ads: For targeted educational content promotion
• Facebook Pixel: For social media advertising
• LinkedIn Insight: For professional audience targeting
• Educational Networks: For academic institution partnerships

6.3 Marketing Cookies

6.4 Personalized Advertising

Marketing cookies enable us to:

• Show relevant educational content recommendations
• Limit the number of times you see the same advertisement
• Measure advertising campaign performance
• Provide personalized course suggestions
• Support retargeting for educational services

7. Third-Party Cookies

7.1 External Services

Our website integrates with various third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Educational Tools

• MathJax for mathematical notation rendering
• Desmos for interactive graphing
• CodeMirror for code editing interfaces

Communication Services

• Intercom for customer support chat
• Zendesk for ticketing system
• Mailchimp for email marketing

Content Delivery

• Cloudflare for performance optimization
• Font Awesome for icon libraries
• Google Fonts for typography

7.2 Third-Party Privacy Policies

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy governing how they use cookies and collect data. We recommend reviewing these policies:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Facebook Privacy Policy
• LinkedIn Privacy Policy
• Cloudflare Privacy Policy

7.3 Control Over Third-Party Cookies

You can control third-party cookies through:

• Browser settings and privacy controls
• Third-party opt-out tools and services
• Industry self-regulation programs
• Direct contact with third-party providers

8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

8.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Learn more about our cookie practices

8.2 Cookie Preference Center

You can access our Cookie Preference Center at any time to:

• View detailed information about each cookie category
• Enable or disable specific cookie types
• Update your consent preferences
• Withdraw previously given consent

8.3 Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome

1. Click the three-dot menu → Settings
2. Navigate to Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
3. Choose your preferred cookie settings
4. Manage exceptions for specific websites

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the menu button → Options/Preferences
2. Select Privacy & Security
3. Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your settings
4. Use "Manage Data" to control specific websites

Safari

1. Go to Safari → Preferences
2. Click the Privacy tab
3. Choose your cookie and tracking settings
4. Use "Manage Website Data" for specific controls

Microsoft Edge

1. Click the three-dot menu → Settings
2. Go to Cookies and site permissions
3. Select Cookies and site data
4. Configure your preferred settings

8.4 Mobile Devices

For mobile browsers, cookie management options are typically found in:

• Browser settings menu
• Privacy or security sections
• Site settings or permissions
• Advanced or developer options

9. Cookie Consent

9.1 Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies (functional, analytics, marketing)
• Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies required for website operation
• Contract Performance: For cookies necessary to provide requested services

9.2 Consent Requirements

Under GDPR and similar privacy laws, we obtain your consent for:

• Cookies that are not strictly necessary
• Processing of personal data through cookies
• Third-party tracking and advertising
• Cross-border data transfers

9.3 Withdrawal of Consent

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Using our Cookie Preference Center
• Adjusting your browser settings
• Contacting our privacy team
• Deleting cookies from your device

9.4 Consequences of Refusing Cookies

If you refuse non-essential cookies:

• Essential website functions will continue to work
• Personalization features may be limited
• Analytics tracking will be disabled
• Advertising may be less relevant
• Some interactive features may not function properly

10. Updates to This Policy

10.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in our cookie practices
• New technologies or tracking methods
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Service improvements and new features
• Feedback from users and privacy advocates

10.2 Notification of Changes

When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Display prominent notices on our website
• Send email notifications to registered users
• Request renewed consent if required by law

10.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of our website after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the changes, unless additional consent is required for new cookie types or purposes.

11. Contact Information

11.1 Privacy Questions

For questions about our cookie practices or this policy, contact:

11.2 Technical Support

For technical issues with cookie settings or website functionality:

11.3 Regulatory Information

This Cookie Policy complies with:

• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law)
• Czech Personal Data Protection Act
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Other applicable privacy regulations