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What Are Cookies

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 and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, USACourseSide) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable certain third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website, such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

  • Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
  • Preference cookies: These cookies enable the website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or the region you are in.
  • Statistics cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and your browsing experience.
  • Marketing cookies: These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user and thereby more valuable for publishers and third-party advertisers.

Types of Cookies We Use

The specific types of first- and third-party cookies served through our website and their purposes are described below:

  • Session Cookies: These temporary cookies expire when you close your browser. They are used to remember your selections and information as you navigate from page to page.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device between browsing sessions. They help the website recognize you as a returning visitor and adapt accordingly. They expire after a set period or when you delete them manually.
  • Authentication Cookies: These cookies help us identify you when you're logged in so you can access your account and course materials securely.
  • Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand how you interact with our website. These cookies collect information about which pages you visit, how long you spend on the site, and any error messages you might encounter.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Generally, you can also manage similar technologies in the same way that you manage cookies.

Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our website.

You can find information on how to manage cookies in your browser at the following links:

To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, you can visit Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may use services from third parties that set their own cookies. These include payment processors, analytics providers, and embedded content from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo for educational videos.

We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend consulting the privacy policies of these third parties for information about how they use cookies.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised policy on this page.

We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (555) 123-4567
Address: 245 Financial Avenue, Suite 300
New York, NY 10001