Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

1.1. This Cookie Policy explains how OpenTutor ("Platform", "we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on opentutor.co website (“Website”).

1.2. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1.3. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, store, and process your personal data.

1.4. Any person who registers with us to open a student or tutor account becomes a user of the Platform and be subject to our General Terms and Conditions.

2. What Are Cookies?

2.1. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (e.g. computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They support websites to function efficiently and provide useful information to website operators.

2.2. Cookies can be "session cookies" (temporary and deleted once you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).

2.3. In some cases, cookies may cause the collection of your personal data.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled in our systems.

• Performance Cookies: These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors use the website to improve performance.

• Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.

• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies track browsing activity and may be used to provide relevant ads.

• Third-Party Cookies: Some cookies are placed by third-party services integrated into our website (e.g., payment providers, analytics services).

• AI and Algorithm Improvement Cookies: These cookies allow anonymized user data to be processed to enhance AI recommendations and matching efficiency.

4. How We Use and Keep Cookies

4.1. We use cookies for the following purposes:

• To ensure our website functions properly.

• To analyze user behavior and improve website performance.

• To remember user preferences and enhance experience.

• To provide relevant marketing and advertising.

• To comply with security and fraud prevention measures.

• To develop our AI and algorithm.

4.2. Cookies are not deleted permanently until you change it from your web browser. However, our cookies are not active unless you enter to our website.

5. Managing Cookie Preferences

5.1. Users can manage their cookie preferences through their browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• Delete cookies from your device

• Block or restrict specific cookies

• Set notifications before accepting cookies

5.2. We strongly suggest you allow us to use all types of cookies we intend to use. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website, and we are not responsible for any decrease in quality or quantity with respect to our services due to your cookie preference.

5.3. Apart from the strictly necessary cookies, we will do our best to honor the cookie preference you indicate through the selection you make when you enter the website for the first time, by clicking on the options to be shown below:

6. Third-Party Cookies

6.1. Our website may use third-party cookies from services such as:

• Google Analytics (for website performance tracking)

• Payment gateways (to process transactions securely)

• Advertising networks (for targeted promotions)

6.2. Third-party cookies are governed by the respective third-party policies, and we encourage users to review them.

6.3. To avoid any doubt, our website may direct you to third party websites or applications, who have their own cookie policies, while performing its services. We are not responsible for any third- party cookies as we do not have the legal or technical capability to administer those cookies.

7. Amendments to This Cookie Policy

7.1. We may change this Cookie Policy partially or fully periodically and unilaterally with no need to notify you in advance or obtain your confirmation about the change. You will be notified of changes in case you have an account with us.

7.2. To avoid any doubt, continued use of the website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the changed Cookie Policy.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact us at support@opentutor.co.