Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how dhiurl ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our training platform. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should change your browser settings accordingly or discontinue use of our website.

2. 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, provide a better user experience, and deliver information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Keep you logged in during your session
• Analyze how you use the website
• Deliver relevant content and advertisements
• Improve website performance and functionality

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several different types of cookies on our platform. Each serves a specific purpose:

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility features. Without these cookies, our services cannot function properly.

Examples:

• Session management cookies
• Authentication and security cookies
• Load balancing cookies
• Cookie consent preference cookies

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Can be disabled: No (required for website functionality)

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences, settings, and choices to provide you with a more personalized experience.

Examples:

• Language preference cookies
• Theme and display preference cookies
• Video player preference cookies
• Recently viewed courses cookies

Duration: Up to 1 year

Can be disabled: Yes (may affect website functionality)

Analytics Cookies (Performance)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies
• Page visit tracking cookies
• Time on page measurement cookies
• Navigation pattern cookies
• Error tracking cookies

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes

Marketing Cookies (Targeting/Advertising)

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see an advertisement.

Examples:

• Advertising network cookies
• Retargeting cookies
• Social media integration cookies
• Campaign tracking cookies

Duration: Up to 1 year

Can be disabled: Yes

4. First-Party and Third-Party Cookies

First-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by dhiurl and can only be read by our website. We use these cookies to provide essential functionality and improve your experience on our platform.

Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are set by external services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the relevant third party's website for information about how they use cookies.

Third-party services we use include:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Fast content delivery
• Social Media Platforms: Social sharing and login features
• Advertising Partners: Relevant advertisements

5. Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies

Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help our website remember your actions during a browsing session, such as items in your shopping cart or login status.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (specified in the cookie) or until you manually delete them. They remember your preferences across multiple browsing sessions.

6. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes to enhance your experience and operate our services effectively:

Authentication and Security

• Keep you logged into your account
• Verify your identity and prevent fraud
• Protect against unauthorized access
• Enable secure transactions

Preferences and Personalization

• Remember your language and regional settings
• Save your course progress and bookmarks
• Customize content recommendations
• Remember your display preferences

Analytics and Performance

• Understand how users navigate our website
• Identify popular courses and content
• Monitor website performance and errors
• Test new features and improvements

Marketing and Advertising

• Show relevant course recommendations
• Deliver targeted advertisements
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Enable retargeting campaigns

7. Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the main cookies used on our platform:

Essential Cookies

• session_id: Maintains your login session (Session duration)
• csrf_token: Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks (Session duration)
• cookie_consent: Stores your cookie preferences (1 year)

Functional Cookies

• language_preference: Remembers your language choice (1 year)
• theme_preference: Stores your theme selection (1 year)
• recent_courses: Tracks recently viewed courses (30 days)

Analytics Cookies

• _ga: Google Analytics cookie for user identification (2 years)
• _gid: Google Analytics cookie for session tracking (24 hours)
• _gat: Google Analytics throttling cookie (1 minute)

Marketing Cookies

• _fbp: Facebook Pixel for conversion tracking (90 days)
• ads_id: Advertising identification (1 year)
• campaign_source: Tracks marketing campaign attribution (30 days)

8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close your browser
• Make exceptions for specific websites

Browser-specific instructions:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site data

Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website.

9. Third-Party Cookie Management

For cookies set by third-party services, you can manage preferences through:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out Tool
• Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA WebChoices Tool
• Your Online Choices (EU): YourOnlineChoices.com

10. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. At this time, our website does not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie preferences set through our cookie banner.

11. Mobile Devices

Mobile devices use technologies similar to cookies, such as mobile advertising identifiers. You can manage these through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking
• Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization

12. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

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

13. Contact Us

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

dhiurl
1331 Gardenia Dr
Houston, TX 77018
Email: privacy@dhiurl.com
Phone: +1 929 584 2703