What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are tiny text files. They sit on your computer or phone after you visit a website. Next time you come back, those files help the site recognize you.
Think of them like breadcrumbs—but digital ones that actually serve a purpose. They remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and track how you move through our pages.
We use cookies because they make things work smoothly. Without them, you'd have to re-enter information constantly, and we wouldn't know which parts of our grammar program actually help people.
Types of Cookies We Use
Not all cookies do the same thing. Here's what we're working with on NetworkSignalLink:
How We Actually Use This Data
Let's get specific. Here's what happens with the information we collect:
- We track which grammar modules get the most views and which ones people skip
- We monitor how long visitors spend on different pages to gauge interest levels
- We remember if you've contacted us before so we don't ask for the same information twice
- We analyze traffic patterns to figure out the best times to post new educational content
- We test different page layouts to see which versions work better for our Hong Kong audience
- We measure how many people actually reach our contact form after visiting program pages
All of this helps us run a better language school. When we see that a particular grammar explanation confuses people, we rewrite it. When a page loads slowly, we fix it.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You're In Control
You can adjust cookie settings anytime through your browser. Each browser handles this differently, but the options are always there.
Keep in mind—blocking all cookies might break some site features. Essential functions need those cookies to work properly.
If you're using mobile, look for similar settings in your browser app. The location varies, but it's usually under privacy or security settings.
Third-Party Cookies
Sometimes cookies come from other companies, not directly from us. This happens when we embed content from external services or use analytics tools.
For example, if we embed a video demonstration of a grammar concept, that video player might set its own cookies. We don't control those third-party cookies, but we only work with reputable services.
These external services have their own privacy policies. We recommend reading them if you want the full picture of how your data gets used across the web.
How Long Do Cookies Last?
Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Persistent cookies stick around for set periods—sometimes days, sometimes months.
We use both types. Session cookies handle immediate tasks like keeping you logged in while you browse. Persistent cookies remember your preferences between visits.
Most of our analytical cookies expire after two years. Marketing cookies typically last around 90 days. You can always delete them manually through your browser settings before they expire naturally.
Updates to This Policy
Technology changes. Our programs evolve. Sometimes we need to update how we handle cookies to keep up.
When we make significant changes to this policy, we'll update the date at the bottom of this page. For major revisions, we might post a notice on our homepage or send an email to registered users.
Check back occasionally if you want to stay current on our tracking practices. We try to keep things transparent.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
If something here doesn't make sense, or if you have specific concerns about how we track your activity, reach out to us directly.