1) What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function, remember preferences, and (when permitted) understand how pages are used so content and user experience can be improved.
Cookies can be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain for a set period or until deleted). Cookies can also be first-party (set by this website) or third-party (set by another domain, such as an analytics or advertising provider).
In addition to cookies, some tools use similar technologies such as pixel tags and server-side event reporting. Where used, these technologies serve the same purposes as the categories described below and are controlled by the same consent choices.
2) Cookie categories we use
We group cookies into three categories. You can choose your preferences at any time using the “Manage cookie preferences” link in the footer. Essential cookies are always active because they are required for basic website functionality.
Essential cookies (always on)
These cookies support core functionality such as keeping the site stable, remembering your cookie consent choice, and enabling basic security features. Without these cookies, parts of the site may not function correctly.
- Session continuity and request integrity
- Remembering cookie preferences (so you are not asked repeatedly)
- Basic security and fraud prevention signals
Analytics cookies (consent required)
Analytics cookies help us understand how pages are used (for example, which pages are visited most often, how long content is viewed, and which links are clicked). We use this information to improve course descriptions, learning resources, and navigation. Analytics cookies are activated only if you opt in.
When configured, analytics may use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with IP anonymization and a typical retention setting of 14 months for event data. You can withdraw consent at any time using the footer preferences link.
Marketing cookies (consent required)
Marketing cookies are used to measure advertising performance and help show relevant messages to people who have visited this website. These cookies can support conversion attribution and remarketing. Marketing cookies are activated only if you opt in.
When enabled, marketing tools may include Google Ads and Meta Pixel. If you do not opt in, you may still see ads, but they are less likely to be based on activity on this site.
3) Cookie table
The table below lists cookies commonly associated with the categories described above. Some cookies may be set only when the related feature is active (for example, analytics and marketing cookies require your consent). Names and retention periods can vary by provider configuration.
| Name | Purpose | Category | Type | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _site_session | Site session continuity | Essential | First-party | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your consent choice | Essential | First-party | 12 months |
| _ga | GA4 user identifier | Analytics | Third-party | 2 years |
| _ga_XXXXXXXXXX | GA4 session state (10-char GA4 ID) | Analytics | Third-party | 2 years |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion linker | Marketing | Third-party | 90 days |
| _fbp | Meta Pixel browser identifier | Marketing | Third-party | 90 days |
| _fbc | Meta Pixel click identifier | Marketing | Third-party | 90 days |
4) Third-party providers
Depending on your consent choices, we may use the following third-party providers for analytics and marketing. These providers may process information such as cookie identifiers, device information, and page events to provide their services.
- Google LLC (Google Analytics 4, Google Ads, Google Tag Manager): policies.google.com/privacy
- Meta Platforms (Meta Pixel and related advertising features): facebook.com/privacy/policy
- Cloudflare (security and content delivery): cloudflare.com/privacypolicy
We do not permit these providers to use site data for their own independent commercial purposes.
5) How to manage cookies
You can manage cookie preferences in two ways:
- Use the “Manage cookie preferences” link in the footer to open the cookie preference panel and change your choices.
- Use your browser settings to delete existing cookies or block new cookies. Blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.
Provider opt-out options may also be available:
- Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads settings: adssettings.google.com
- Meta ad preferences: facebook.com/adpreferences
- Your Online Choices (EU): youronlinechoices.eu
6) Contact
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how preferences are applied, contact:
- VAFCO Beheer B.V. (operating site: Canadian Professional Academy)
- Lindenlaan 2B, 5071 CD Udenhout, Netherlands
- +31 13 205 2317
- [email protected]