Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 3, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how ScholarShip ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website when you visit it. They help the website recognize your device on return visits and enable certain features. Cookies can be "session" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" (stored until they expire or you delete them).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core features such as user authentication, session management, and security. You cannot opt out of these.

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about how visitors use our site (pages visited, time spent, device type). This helps us improve our platform. These cookies include:

  • _ga — used to distinguish users (expires after 2 years).
  • _ga_* — used to persist session state (expires after 2 years).

Functional Cookies

These remember your preferences (such as plan selection or language) to enhance your experience. They are not strictly necessary but improve usability.

Marketing Cookies

If we run advertising campaigns (e.g. Google Ads), these cookies track which ads you have seen and measure ad performance. They do not personally identify you.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use the following third-party services that set their own cookies:

  • Google Analytics — website analytics.
  • Stripe — payment processing (session-only, required for purchases).
  • Google Ads — advertising and conversion tracking (if applicable).

4. How to Manage Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Common browser guides:

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

Note: disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the website. You can also opt out of Google Analytics using the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as we add new features or services. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

6. Contact

Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at privacy@scholarshipshub.app.