Cookie Policy

Last updated: August 27, 2025 • Applies to learn-it.org

This page explains how LearnIT (“we”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on learn-it.org.

What are cookies? How we use them Types of cookies Cookie list Manage preferences Changes Contact

1) What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device. They can be “session” (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” (stay until they expire or you delete them). We also use local storage, pixels, and similar technologies (“cookies”).

2) How we use cookies

Essential — to sign in, keep sessions, provide security, load pages reliably.
Preferences — to remember things like theme or language.
Performance/Analytics — to understand usage and improve LearnIT.
Marketing — only if/when we run campaigns; you can opt-out.

3) Types of cookies

Strictly Necessary

Required for core features like authentication and challenge submissions. These cannot be switched off.

Preferences

Remember your choices (e.g., interface theme, locale) to personalize your experience.

Performance/Analytics

Aggregate analytics that help us understand what’s working and what needs love.

Marketing

Used to measure campaigns and show relevant content. Disabled unless you consent.

4) Cookie list

The exact cookies may change over time. This table shows typical examples on LearnIT.

Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
learnit_session	learn-it.org	Keep you signed in	HTTP (Essential)	Session
csrf_token	learn-it.org	Protect forms from CSRF	HTTP (Essential)	Session
theme	learn-it.org	Store UI theme	Local Storage (Preference)	Persistent (1 year)
_analytics_id	learn-it.org / analytics vendor	Anonymous usage analytics	HTTP (Analytics)	13 months

Vendors we use (if any) are listed in our Privacy Policy.

5) Manage your preferences

You can control cookies in two ways:

On LearnIT: open the Cookie Preferences panel to toggle non-essential cookies.
In your browser: block or delete cookies via settings. See Help > Privacy in your browser for instructions.

Disabling certain cookies may impact site functionality (especially authentication and challenge submissions).

6) Changes to this policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. We’ll update the “Last updated” date and, where required, provide additional notice.

7) Contact us

Questions? Email contact@learn-it.org.