Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 8, 2026
At FlashModeLearn (flashmodelearn.com), we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide, protect, and improve our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional details about how we collect and process your personal data.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and gather information about site usage.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device for a set period) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different domain).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential functionality: To provide core services such as user authentication, session management, and security features
- Preferences: To remember your settings, language, and other preferences so we can personalise your experience
- Performance: To understand how users interact with our Service and identify areas for improvement
- Analytics: To measure the effectiveness of our Service and user experience (only with your consent)
- Personalisation: To provide relevant learning content based on your activity on our platform
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose. Below is a comprehensive list of all cookie categories used on FlashModeLearn:
3.1 Essential
Always ActiveRequired for the site to function properly. Cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-* | Supabase authentication and session management | Session / 1 year | First-party |
| flashmode_session_id | Anonymous session tracking for consent management | 1 year | First-party |
| flashmode_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
3.2 Functional
Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as language preferences and user settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year | First-party |
| language_preference | Stores your selected interface language | 1 year | First-party |
| last_visited_book | Remembers your last viewed book for quick access | 30 days | First-party |
3.3 Analytics
Help us understand how you use our site so we can improve your experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics - tracks user behavior and site usage patterns | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Third-party |
| flashmode_analytics | Internal analytics for feature usage and performance | 90 days | First-party |
3.4 Marketing
Used to deliver relevant ads and track ad campaign performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and ad effectiveness | 3 months | Third-party |
| fr | Facebook - enables ad delivery and retargeting | 3 months | Third-party |
| __hssc, __hssrc, __hstc | HubSpot - tracks visitor behavior for marketing purposes | 30 minutes - 13 months | Third-party |
4. Your Cookie Choices
You have several options for managing cookies:
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit FlashModeLearn, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Essential Only: Only use cookies required for site functionality
- Customize: Choose specific cookie categories to enable
4.2 Manage Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
4.3 Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent certain features from working correctly.
4.4 Opt-Out Links
For specific third-party services, you can opt out directly:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Facebook: Facebook Cookie Settings
5. Legal Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with applicable data protection laws, including:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation - EU)
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act - USA)
- ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law - EU)
We store a record of your cookie consent choices for legal compliance and audit purposes. This record includes the date, time, and specific preferences you selected.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where required by law, notify you through the cookie consent banner or by email. Your continued use of our Service after changes take effect does not constitute consent to any new or modified non-essential cookies — we will seek fresh consent for any new categories of cookies that require it.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: