Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy ("Policy") explains how Decent Educare ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website (decenteducare.com) and interact with our online services. This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, which provide additional context about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy. If you do not agree, you can manage your cookie preferences as outlined below or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and supply information to the owners of the site. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, login credentials, and other settings. They can also help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can continuously improve it. In addition to cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as: • Web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs) — tiny graphics used to track page views and email open rates • Local storage — browser-based storage that functions similarly to cookies but can hold larger amounts of data • Session storage — temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser tab

We categorize the cookies used on our website into the following types based on their purpose: Strictly Necessary Cookies These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure access to protected areas, and form submission. The website cannot function correctly without these cookies, and they do not collect any information beyond what is necessary for basic operation. Performance and Analytics Cookies These cookies collect anonymous, aggregated information about how visitors use our website — such as which pages are visited most often, how long users spend on each page, and whether they encounter error messages. This data helps us understand and improve the user experience. All information collected by these cookies is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally. Functionality Cookies These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language, country of interest, or form data) and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog. Targeting and Advertising Cookies These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission and track your browsing activity across multiple websites.

Below is a table of the specific cookies currently in use on our website: STRICTLY NECESSARY • PHPSESSID — Maintains your session while you navigate the website. Duration: Session. Type: First-party. • cookie_consent — Stores your cookie preference selection. Duration: 1 year. Type: First-party. • csrf_token — Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks on forms. Duration: Session. Type: First-party. PERFORMANCE & ANALYTICS • _ga — Used by Google Analytics to distinguish unique visitors. Duration: 2 years. Type: Third-party (Google). • _ga_* — Used by Google Analytics to maintain session state. Duration: 2 years. Type: Third-party (Google). • _gid — Used by Google Analytics to distinguish unique visitors. Duration: 24 hours. Type: Third-party (Google). • _gat — Used by Google Analytics to throttle the request rate. Duration: 1 minute. Type: Third-party (Google). FUNCTIONALITY • preferred_country — Remembers your selected study destination for personalized content. Duration: 30 days. Type: First-party. • form_autosave — Temporarily saves your progress on application forms. Duration: 7 days. Type: First-party. TARGETING & ADVERTISING • _fbp — Used by Meta (Facebook) to deliver targeted advertisements. Duration: 3 months. Type: Third-party (Meta). • _fbc — Used by Meta (Facebook) to track conversions and attribute actions. Duration: 2 years. Type: Third-party (Meta). • _gcl_au — Used by Google Ads to track conversions. Duration: 3 months. Type: Third-party (Google). Note: This list is updated periodically. New cookies may be added as we enhance our website and services.

First-Party Cookies These are cookies set directly by us (Decent Educare) when you visit our website. They are used to ensure the website functions properly, remember your preferences, and provide analytics about site usage. We have full control over these cookies and can read and manage them. Third-Party Cookies These are cookies set by external services that operate on our website, such as Google Analytics, Meta (Facebook), and Google Ads. We use these services to understand website traffic, measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns, and serve relevant ads to potential students. While we authorize the use of these third-party cookies on our site, we do not have direct control over their placement or management. Each third-party service has its own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review: • Google Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy • Meta Privacy Policy: facebook.com/privacy/policy • Google Ads Privacy: policies.google.com/technologies/ads

The data collected through cookies is used for the following specific purposes: Website Performance We use analytics cookies to monitor website traffic, identify popular content, detect technical issues, and understand user behavior patterns. This helps us make data-driven decisions about website improvements, content strategy, and user experience optimization. Service Personalization Functionality cookies allow us to tailor your experience based on your preferences — for example, showing you content relevant to your preferred study destination (UK, Canada, Australia, etc.) or remembering your form progress so you don't have to start over. Marketing & Advertising Targeting cookies help us run effective digital marketing campaigns. They allow us to: • Show relevant ads to users who have previously visited our website (retargeting) • Measure how many users who clicked our ads went on to take a desired action (conversion tracking) • Understand which advertising channels are most effective at attracting potential students Security Strictly necessary cookies help protect our website and your data by maintaining secure sessions and preventing unauthorized access through mechanisms like CSRF protection. We never use cookie data to make decisions about you individually that would have a legal or similarly significant effect.

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of your screen. This banner allows you to: • Accept All Cookies — Enable all cookie types including analytics, functionality, and targeting cookies • Reject All — Enable only strictly necessary cookies that are essential for the website to function • Manage Preferences — Selectively enable or disable specific cookie categories We use a "legitimate interest" basis for strictly necessary cookies, which means they are deployed without requiring your explicit consent because the website cannot function without them. All other cookie categories require your affirmative consent before they are activated. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by: • Clicking the cookie settings icon (usually found in the bottom corner of the website) • Clearing your cookies through your browser settings (which will reset your preferences) • Contacting us directly at privacy@decenteducare.com Please note that if you choose to disable non-essential cookies, some features of the website may not work as intended, and you may see less relevant content and advertisements.

In addition to our cookie consent tool, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to: • View what cookies are stored on your device • Delete individual cookies or all cookies at once • Block cookies from specific websites or all websites • Block third-party cookies while allowing first-party cookies • Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set • Block cookies from specific advertising networks Here's how to access cookie settings in popular browsers: Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data Safari (Mac): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data Safari (iOS): Settings → Safari → Advanced → Website Data Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies If you use multiple devices or browsers, you will need to manage cookie settings on each one individually. Warning: Disabling or blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled, as doing so would prevent the website from working properly.

If you prefer not to be tracked by the third-party services we use, you can opt out through their official tools: Google Analytics You can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout) to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics. This add-on works with Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Google Ads You can opt out of Google's interest-based advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings (adssettings.google.com) and turning off "Ad Personalization." Meta (Facebook) You can adjust your ad preferences through Meta's Ad Settings (facebook.com/adpreferences) or opt out through the Digital Advertising Alliance (optout.aboutads.info). Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) The DAA provides a unified opt-out tool that covers many advertising networks simultaneously. Visit optout.aboutads.info to opt out of participating companies. European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) For European-focused opt-out, visit youronlinechoices.eu. Please note that opting out of tracking does not remove cookies already placed on your device — you will need to clear your cookies separately. Also, opting out may not stop all advertising; it simply prevents ads from being personalized based on your browsing activity.

Cookies can be categorized by how long they remain on your device: Session Cookies These are temporary cookies that are deleted automatically when you close your browser or tab. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate the website and do not persist between visits. Examples: PHPSESSID, csrf_token. Persistent Cookies These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences, track analytics over time, and support advertising features. The specific duration varies: • Short-term: 24 hours to 7 days (e.g., form_autosave, _gid) • Medium-term: 30 days to 3 months (e.g., preferred_country, _fbp, _gcl_au) • Long-term: 1 to 2 years (e.g., cookie_consent, _ga, _fbc) We regularly review the duration of our persistent cookies and set them to the shortest period necessary to achieve their intended purpose. When a cookie expires, it is automatically deleted by your browser.

Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites indicating that you do not want to be tracked. You can enable DNT in your browser settings: • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies → Send a "Do Not Track" request • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enable "Do Not Track" Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. While we respect the spirit of the DNT feature, our website does not automatically change its behavior based on DNT signals. Instead, we rely on our cookie consent mechanism to give you direct control over which cookies are active. We support the development of a standardized DNT framework and will update our practices if and when an industry standard is established.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie usage, changes in technology, or changes in legal and regulatory requirements. When we make changes: • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. • For material changes, we will display a new cookie consent banner on your next visit to ensure you are informed and can update your preferences. • We may also send an email notification if the changes are significant and you have provided us with your email address. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our use of cookies, please contact us: Decent Educare — Data Protection Team [Office Address — Dhaka, Bangladesh] Email: privacy@decenteducare.com Phone: +880 1XXX-XXXXXX Hours: Saturday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (BST) For formal data protection complaints, you may also contact the relevant authority in Bangladesh. To quickly update your cookie preferences right now, click the cookie settings button at the bottom of this page.