Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Storntotem Pty Ltd ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website storntotem.com and related services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They contain information that allows the website to recognize your device on subsequent visits and remember certain information about your preferences and activities.
Types of Cookies
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
First-Party Cookies: Cookies set directly by our website
Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by external services we use on our website
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for various purposes to improve your experience and our services:
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as:
Session management and user authentication
Security features and fraud prevention
Basic website functionality and navigation
Remembering your cookie preferences
Form submission and data validation
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest for website operation Duration: Session or up to 1 year Can be disabled: No (essential for website function)
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your user experience by remembering your preferences:
Language and region preferences
Font size and accessibility settings
Previously entered form information
Course and content preferences
Login status and user settings
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest for enhanced user experience Duration: Up to 2 years Can be disabled: Yes, but may affect functionality
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
Page views and user journey tracking
Time spent on pages and bounce rates
Popular content and course interests
Device and browser information
Geographic location (general)
Traffic sources and referral data
Legal Basis: Consent Duration: Up to 2 years Can be disabled: Yes
Marketing Cookies
These cookies enable personalized advertising and marketing:
Retargeting and remarketing campaigns
Social media integration and sharing
Personalized content recommendations
Cross-device user identification
A/B testing for marketing effectiveness
Conversion tracking and attribution
Legal Basis: Consent Duration: Up to 1 year Can be disabled: Yes
Specific Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
Cookie Name
Purpose
Duration
storntotem_session
Session management and authentication
Session
storntotem_cookie_preferences
Remembers your cookie consent choices
1 year
storntotem_analytics
Enables analytics tracking
2 years
storntotem_marketing
Enables marketing features
1 year
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
Google Analytics: Website analytics and user behavior tracking
Facebook Pixel: Social media integration and advertising
YouTube: Embedded video content
Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
Customer Support: Live chat and support widgets
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies:
Click the button below to review and update your current cookie settings:
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Cookie Deletion and Retention
Automatic Deletion
Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies expire after their set duration
We regularly review and clean up expired cookies
Manual Deletion
You can manually delete cookies through:
Your browser's clear browsing data feature
Browser developer tools
Third-party privacy tools
Our cookie preference center
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Necessary Cookies
Disabling necessary cookies will significantly impact website functionality:
Unable to log in or maintain sessions
Form submissions may not work
Security features may be compromised
Basic navigation may be affected
Optional Cookies
Disabling optional cookies may result in:
Less personalized content and recommendations
Inability to remember your preferences
Limited analytics for site improvement
Less relevant marketing communications
International Considerations
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
We obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies
You can withdraw consent at any time
Consent is granular by cookie category
We maintain records of consent
CCPA Compliance (California Users)
We provide clear disclosure of cookie usage
You can opt out of sale of personal information
We respect "Do Not Track" signals where applicable
Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 through cookies. If you are under 13, please do not use our website without parental supervision and consent.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in:
Our cookie usage practices
Legal and regulatory requirements
Technology and industry standards
User feedback and preferences
We will notify you of significant changes through:
Updated policy posted on our website
Email notifications to registered users
Cookie consent banner updates
Prominent website notices
Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
Storntotem Pty Ltd
Level 3, 123 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Australia