Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 27, 2026

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our services.

Cookies we use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes. Below is a detailed breakdown of each category:

1. Necessary Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and session management. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

next-auth.session-token

__Secure-next-auth.session-token

Purpose: Maintains your logged-in session and authentication state

Duration: 30 days

Properties: HTTP-only, Secure (in production), SameSite=Lax

2. Functional Cookies (Enabled by Default)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your region preferences and UI settings. While not strictly necessary, they significantly improve your experience.

cloudegree_region

Purpose: Stores your geographic region (Cameroon or International) to display region-specific content, pricing, and availability

Duration: 1 day

Properties: SameSite=Lax, path=/

cloudegree_consent

Purpose: Stores your cookie consent preferences to remember your choices

Duration: 1 year

Data stored: JSON object with your consent choices for each cookie category

3. Analytics Cookies (Opt-in Required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information. We use first-party analytics only-no data is shared with third parties for advertising or tracking purposes.

cloudegree_session

Purpose: Generates a unique session ID to track page views and user interactions during your visit

Duration: Session only (stored in sessionStorage, cleared when browser closes)

Storage: Browser sessionStorage (not sent to server automatically)

What data do we collect?

When you consent to analytics cookies, we collect the following information to improve our website:

  • Page views: Which pages you visit and how long you spend on them
  • Navigation paths: How you move through our website
  • Bootcamp & course interest: Which bootcamps and courses you view
  • Session information: Your session ID and timestamp
  • User information (if logged in): Your email and name to link activity to your account
  • Technical data: IP address (anonymized), browser type, and device information

Data storage: Analytics data is stored securely in our Azure Cosmos DB database and is only accessible to authorized administrators. We use this data to understand user behavior, improve our content, and enhance your learning experience.

Data retention: Analytics data is retained for up to 90 days for reporting and analysis purposes, after which it may be aggregated or deleted.

4. Advertising Cookies (Opt-in Required)

Currently, we do not use advertising cookies. This category is reserved for future use if we decide to implement targeted advertising or remarketing campaigns. Any such use would require your explicit consent.

Managing your preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Using the cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit
  • Clearing your browser cookies (this will reset all preferences)
  • Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies

Please note that blocking necessary cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website, including logging in and accessing protected content.

Consent Management

Your consent choices are tracked and stored to ensure compliance with privacy regulations. We record:

  • The date and time you provided consent
  • Which categories you accepted or rejected
  • Your IP address and session information for verification
  • The page where you provided consent

This information is stored for legal compliance purposes and helps us demonstrate that we obtained proper consent as required by law.

Your privacy rights

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Our use of cookies complies with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR and CCPA. You have the right to:

  • Know what data we collect and how we use it
  • Opt out of non-essential cookies
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Access and export your personal information

Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and may notify you through a banner on our website.

If we introduce new cookie categories or significantly change how we use cookies, we will request your consent again.

Contact us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: