1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how AI Powered .NET School (operated by Guilherme Ferreira) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
- Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
- Security: Helps protect against security threats
- Load Balancing: Distributes traffic across servers
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest and technical necessity
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Language Preferences: Remembers your language choice
- User Interface: Saves your display preferences
Legal Basis: Your consent (can be disabled)
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
4.1 Google Fonts
Purpose: Delivers custom fonts for consistent typography Provider: Google LLC Data Collected: IP address, user agent, referrer Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy Type: Functional/Performance
4.2 Teachable Platform
Purpose: Course delivery, enrollment, and payment processing Provider: Teachable (Hotmart) Applies To: Course platform only (not this marketing website) Data Collected: Authentication, course progress, user preferences Privacy Policy: Teachable Privacy Policy Type: Essential (for course platform functionality)
5. Cookies We Currently Use
Below is a detailed list of cookies used on this website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | Essential |
| Google Fonts | Font delivery optimization | Session | Functional |
Note: This is a minimal cookie implementation. We do not currently use analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies on this website.
6. What We Don't Use
For transparency, we want to clarify what we do not currently use:
- Analytics Cookies: We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or similar tracking tools
- Advertising Cookies: No retargeting or ad tracking
- Social Media Cookies: No social media tracking pixels
- Behavioral Tracking: We do not track your browsing across other websites
If we add any of these in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent where required.
7. Your Cookie Choices
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies
- Reject Non-Essential: Only essential cookies will be used
- Customize: Choose which categories of cookies to accept
7.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time:
- Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer
- Clear your browser cookies (this will reset all preferences)
- Use the button below to manage preferences
7.3 Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear cookies when closing the browser
For instructions specific to your browser, please visit:
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Since there is no common industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals, we do not currently respond to DNT signals.
However, our minimal use of cookies means that we are already tracking very little information about your browsing behavior.
9. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other browser storage technologies such as:
- Local Storage: For saving user preferences and application state
- Session Storage: For temporary data during your browsing session
These technologies function similarly to cookies but are managed differently by your browser. You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or settings.
10. GDPR Compliance
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive:
- We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies
- You can withdraw consent at any time
- We provide clear information about each cookie's purpose
- We maintain records of your consent choices
For more information about how we process personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our use of cookies
- New regulations or legal requirements
- Improvements to how we manage cookies
The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page shows when the policy was last revised. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or via email.
12. More Information
For more information about cookies in general:
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Guilherme Ferreira Email: [email protected]
Summary
We take a privacy-first approach:
- Minimal cookie use (only essentials and Google Fonts)
- No analytics or advertising tracking
- Full control through consent banner
- Easy to manage your preferences anytime