What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

Cookies are small text files that get saved on your device when you visit websites. Think of them as digital sticky notes that help websites remember you. They store information about your preferences, login status, and how you interact with our platform.

We also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage. These work differently but serve the same purpose – helping us understand how people use our algorithm design courses and making the experience better for everyone.

Types of Tracking We Use

Not all tracking technologies do the same thing. Here's how we categorize what we use on evolvbeam.life:

How We Actually Use This Information

Let me be specific about what happens with your data. When you're working through our algorithm courses, we track completion rates. If most students abandon a particular section, that's a signal we need to rewrite it or add better examples.

We monitor which code examples get copied most often. Popular snippets get expanded into full tutorials. If everyone's searching for "binary tree traversal" but our current content doesn't answer their questions, we know what to create next.

Real Examples From Our Platform

• When you pause a video lecture, we remember where you stopped so you can pick up right there next time
• Your progress through coding exercises gets saved automatically – no need to manually bookmark anything
• If you consistently work on mobile, we'll optimize the interface for smaller screens when you log in
• Search queries help us understand what topics need better coverage in our curriculum

For students in Taiwan, we also track local access patterns. When do Tainan-based learners typically study? Which topics resonate most with the local tech community? This helps us schedule live sessions at convenient times and create region-relevant content.

Managing Your Preferences

You're not stuck with our default settings. Most browsers let you control what gets stored on your device.

Keep in mind that blocking essential cookies will break core functionality. You won't be able to stay logged in or save your progress. Analytics cookies can usually be blocked without affecting your experience – you just won't contribute to our usage statistics.

Third-Party Services

Some features on evolvbeam.life connect to external services. Video hosting, payment processing, and discussion forums might set their own cookies. We choose partners carefully, but they operate under their own privacy policies.

When you watch embedded video lectures, the video platform might track viewing behavior. When you join study groups through integrated chat tools, those services collect interaction data. We don't control what they do with that information.

Data Retention Periods

Different types of data stick around for different lengths of time. Here's what we keep and for how long:

After these periods, data gets automatically deleted or anonymized. We don't keep identifiable information longer than necessary for its intended purpose.

Updates to This Policy

Technology changes and so do our practices. When we add new tracking tools or change how we use existing ones, we'll update this policy and note the revision date at the top.

Major changes will get announced through email to active students. Minor clarifications or technical updates might happen without notification. Check back occasionally if you want to stay informed about our current practices.

Your Rights and Control

You can request a copy of the data we've collected about you. You can ask us to delete information that isn't required for essential functions. You can opt out of analytics tracking while still using the platform.

Taiwan residents have specific data protection rights under local regulations. We comply with applicable privacy laws and respect your ability to control personal information.