Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 15, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
The BASE-100 Institute uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Keep you signed in to your account
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve our services and user experience
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies, security cookies
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No (required for site functionality)
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.
Examples: Language preferences, cookie consent status
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad.
Examples: Advertising network cookies, retargeting pixels
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- CDN Providers: For content delivery (Tailwind CSS, Font Awesome, Google Fonts)
- Email Services: For newsletter and communication management
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
5.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- You may need to log in each time you visit
- Your preferences and settings won't be saved
- Some interactive features may not work
- We won't be able to remember your cookie consent choice
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Please check this page periodically for updates.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: