If you’ve ever wondered what powers the behind-the-scenes magic of an online classroom, it’s a mix of technologies—like cookies, pixels, and local storage—that quietly work together. These tools are little pieces of code or data files saved on your device or browser. Some only last as long as your session, while others stick around for a while, making sure you don’t lose your place or preferences between visits. When you sign into Yiralent or interact with course materials, these technologies help our servers remember who you are, making the learning experience smoother.

There are certain things we simply can’t do without basic tracking. For example, we use session cookies to make sure that when you log in, you stay logged in as you move from lesson to lesson. These are the sorts of features that form the backbone of any online education platform. Without them, actions like submitting assignments, tracking your learning progress, or even remembering where you left off in a video wouldn’t work. So, while you have the ability to manage your preferences, some tracking is essential for our core services to function at all.

Beyond the basics, we use tracking technologies to see how well things are working. Through tools like analytics cookies and event trackers, we can measure things like which lessons are most popular, how long students spend on different activities, or where users might be getting stuck. These insights let us make smart decisions about improving our courses, streamlining navigation, and fixing glitches. For instance, if we notice that a quiz is confusing many students, we’ll use that data to update the instructions or rethink the format.

Functional technologies also help us remember your preferences—like dark mode settings, preferred language, or notification choices. If you pick “English” as your learning language or mute certain types of reminders, our platform stores that choice using local or session storage. This way, the next time you log in, the site looks and behaves just the way you like. It’s about making the learning environment feel tailored to you, not just a generic experience.

Sometimes, we go a step further and use tracking data to customize what you see. For example, if you consistently engage with science courses, we might highlight new science modules or suggest related forums. This isn’t about selling your data—it’s about helping you find content that’s relevant and useful. In these cases, cookies and similar tools help us remember your interests and adapt your dashboard so everything you need is front and center.

All these technologies come together to create a more enjoyable and effective educational experience. With the right settings, everything from course recommendations to progress tracking feels seamless and responsive. You get faster load times, more accurate feedback, and a platform that adapts to how you learn best. In a way, these tracking technologies are the unsung heroes of digital education—they keep your learning journey organized, efficient, and secure.

Your data belongs to you—full stop. At Yiralent, we believe you have every right to know what information we collect, why we collect it, and who we share it with (if anyone). Under frameworks like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and similar standards, you’re entitled to access, correct, or delete your data. You can also object to certain types of processing or withdraw your consent at any time, and we’ll respect your choices.

If you’d like to control how your browser handles tracking technologies, you’ll find options in your browser’s settings. For example, in Chrome, you can go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data to manage cookie preferences. On Firefox, visit Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. Safari users can head to Preferences > Privacy, while Edge users should check Settings > Cookies and site permissions. Each browser has its own wording, but the options allow you to block, allow, or delete cookies and similar data.

In addition to browser-level controls, Yiralent offers its own privacy settings. You can access our preference center within your account dashboard. There, you’ll find toggles for categories like analytics, personalization, and functional cookies. Just check or uncheck the boxes to update your preferences in real time. If you ever change your mind, you can return and adjust these settings whenever you like.

Be aware that turning off certain types of tracking may limit what you can do on our platform. For example, if you reject essential cookies, you might not be able to log in, save your course progress, or submit work for grading. Disabling analytics won’t affect your access, but it does mean we won’t be able to use your data to improve content or fix bugs. If you opt out of personalization, you’ll still see courses, but your recommendations and notifications might be less relevant.

If you’re looking for extra privacy without breaking core features, you can use privacy-focused browser extensions or built-in tracking prevention tools that let you whitelist certain sites—like Yiralent—while blocking third-party tracking elsewhere. This way, you can keep your essential educational functions intact while protecting your browsing outside of our platform. We also encourage you to stay informed about privacy best practices and only use trusted privacy tools that don’t interfere with your learning.

Ultimately, it’s your decision how much information you share. We encourage you to weigh the benefits of a personalized, efficient platform against your individual privacy preferences. If you’re unsure, start with the default settings—we’ve designed them to balance privacy, security, and educational quality. And if you ever want to talk things over, our support team is happy to discuss how different choices affect your experience.

When it comes to keeping your information, we don’t believe in holding onto data any longer than necessary. Most tracking data tied to your profile is kept only as long as you’re active on Yiralent, or as required by law. For example, session cookies disappear when you close your browser, while preference data typically remains for up to two years unless you clear it or request deletion. If your account is inactive for a prolonged period—usually 36 months—we’ll remove associated tracking data unless we need to retain it due to legal obligations.

Security is not just a buzzword for us—it’s a daily practice. We protect your information through a combination of encryption, strict access controls, and regular audits. Data in transit is secured using HTTPS with strong TLS encryption, and sensitive information in storage is encrypted at rest. We also conduct periodic security reviews, train our staff on privacy best practices, and patch vulnerabilities as quickly as possible to minimize risk.

We make a point to collect only what we really need. This means we avoid gathering unnecessary data, and we don’t use tracking technologies to collect sensitive personal details unless it’s essential for your learning experience. For instance, we only store your preferred display settings or progress data—never your private messages or off-platform activities. Any optional data collection is always clearly explained and requires your explicit consent.

Yiralent is careful to stay within the bounds of all relevant education and privacy laws. We comply with the GDPR for users in the European Union, COPPA for users under 13 in the United States, and other regional regulations as appropriate. If you’re a parent or guardian, you can request access to your child’s data or make changes at any time. We review our practices regularly to ensure ongoing compliance and will update you if legal requirements change.

Occasionally, we use automated systems to personalize your experience or adapt resources to your learning pace. For example, our platform may suggest courses based on your previous activity, or adapt quiz difficulty in real time. If you ever feel uncomfortable with automated decisions affecting your account, you have the right to request human review, provide feedback, or opt out of certain automated features through your account settings.

Not all tracking relies on cookies. Yiralent may use web beacons, clear GIFs, or pixels—tiny, transparent images or snippets of code embedded in pages or emails. These technologies silently notify our servers when a page or message is viewed. On our educational platform, we might use these to confirm that assignment reminders have been delivered or to track which resources are actually being accessed without disrupting your learning flow.

Local storage and session storage are two browser-based tools for saving information directly on your device. Local storage can retain your settings—like your preferred theme or interface language—for months or even years, while session storage keeps data only as long as your browser tab stays open. For example, we might use local storage to remember which modules you’ve completed, and session storage to hold your answers while you work through a multi-step quiz.

Sometimes, we need a way to recognize your device, especially if you return using different browsers or have cleared your cookies. Device recognition uses technical identifiers, like hashed hardware signatures or browser fingerprints, to help us link your preferences and progress even when standard cookies aren’t available. This helps us provide continuity—say, restoring your lesson progress if your session ended abruptly.

Our servers automatically log certain information whenever you interact with Yiralent. These server logs typically include your IP address, device type, browser version, and the time of your visit. We use this data to troubleshoot technical problems, protect against abuse, and gain broad insights into how our platform is being used. For example, if we notice a spike in failed login attempts from a single location, we might investigate for security threats.

You’re never stuck with these technologies. Most modern browsers let you inspect, clear, or block local and session storage from their privacy settings or developer tools. If you want to limit device recognition, you can use privacy modes or extensions that block fingerprinting. For tracking pixels and web beacons, browser privacy settings or content-blocking plugins can help control what’s loaded. We also provide in-platform toggles for most features, so you can tailor your experience to your comfort level.

We don’t believe in hiding changes in the fine print. Our Data Tracking Policy is reviewed at least once a year, or sooner if we add new features, change our data practices, or update our legal obligations. In some cases, we might review the policy more frequently—for example, if there’s a new law affecting online education or if we launch a new type of tracking technology.

Whenever we update our policy, we’ll notify you through multiple channels. You might see an in-app alert the next time you log in, receive an email if you’ve signed up for notifications, or spot a banner at the top of our homepage. We aim to give you at least 14 days’ notice before any material changes take effect, unless immediate changes are needed for legal or security reasons.

You can always check the current version and review the history of changes from the policy section in your account dashboard. We keep a log of all previous policy versions, along with a summary of what changed each time, so you can see exactly how our data practices have evolved. If you’d like to review an earlier version, just follow the instructions in the version history section.

If we make a significant change—like introducing a new category of tracking or sharing data with a new partner—we may ask for your consent again. For example, if we started using data for purposes beyond those described here, you’d see a clear prompt asking you to accept or decline the updated terms before continuing to use the platform.