Effective date: May 1, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how aptitude-tests-online.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website (the “Site”). It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
This policy is compliant with:
- EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
- Other U.S. State Laws, including UCPA (Utah), CPA (Colorado), CTDPA (Connecticut), and VCDPA (Virginia)
By using this Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and personalized experiences.
We may also use other tracking technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which function similarly. In this policy, we refer to all these technologies as “cookies.”
2. Types of Cookies We Use
By Purpose
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for the Site to function properly. These include authentication, security, and user preferences. - Functional Cookies
Remember your choices (e.g. language, region) to enhance your experience. - Analytics and Performance Cookies
Collect aggregated information on how visitors use the Site. Used only with IP anonymization when possible. - Advertising and Targeting Cookies
Used to deliver relevant ads, limit ad frequency, and track ad performance. - Social Media Cookies
Enable you to share content or log in via third-party platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter). These may track your browsing across sites.
By Source
- First-party cookies
Set by our domain and used to deliver core functionality. - Third-party cookies
Set by external services we use (Google, Meta, etc.) to provide analytics, advertising, and social features.
By Duration
- Session cookies
Deleted when you close your browser. - Persistent cookies
Remain stored on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.
3. Specific Tools and Services Used
| Cookie / Service | Type | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Analytics | Understand user behavior and improve UX. IP anonymization enabled. | Opt-out |
| Google Ads / DoubleClick | Advertising | Measures ad conversions and performance. | Google Ads Privacy |
| Facebook Pixel | Advertising | Tracks user actions after clicking on Facebook ads. | Facebook Cookies |
| Facebook Connect | Social/Functional | Enables login via Facebook. May share user data if consented. | Facebook Privacy |
| Google AdSense / Remarketing | Advertising | Displays personalized ads to returning users. | Ad Settings |
| Instagram Widgets | Social | Shares content and tracks preferences. | Instagram Help |
4. Your Rights and Choices
For EU/EEA Users (GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Be informed about the use of cookies and tracking.
- Consent to or reject non-essential cookies.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent here:
[Review Settings] – [cookie_settings]
[Delete All Cookies] – [delete_cookies]
For U.S. Users (CCPA/CPRA and Others)
If you are a resident of California, Colorado, Virginia, Connecticut, or Utah, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect.
- Request deletion or correction.
- Opt out of “sale” or “sharing” of your data (as defined under law).
- Limit use of sensitive personal data.
To exercise your rights, please visit our Privacy Policy]or contact us at info@aptitude-tests-online.com.
You may also use browser tools like:
- Do Not Track (DNT) signals (where supported)
- Opt-out mechanisms via YourAdChoices or YourOnlineChoices
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can manage cookies in several ways:
- Change settings directly in your browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
- Use private browsing or incognito mode.
- Install opt-out tools like Ghostery.
- Use the cookie banner or settings panel provided on our site.
Please note: Disabling cookies may affect site performance or certain features.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or our services. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies and tracking technologies, you may contact us at info@aptitude-tests-online.com.