Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow a website to recognize a user's device and remember information about their visit, such as their preferred language and other settings. This can make their next visit easier and the site more useful to them.

2. How We Use Cookies

Hands On Tech Skills uses cookies for several purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users get error messages. This helps us improve how our website works.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for individual users.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party cookies from trusted partners to enhance your experience:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Social Media Platforms: For social sharing and login functionality
• Payment Processors: To process secure payments
• Customer Support: To provide live chat and support services

5. Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
• Some interactive features may not work
• Your preferences may not be saved

7. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use our website after seeing this banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: