Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 2025
At Valorvox Arc, we believe in being upfront about how we collect and use data. This policy explains what tracking technologies we use on valorvoxarc.pro, why we use them, and how you can control your preferences. Think of this as your guide to understanding what happens when you visit our site.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you visit websites. They're basically little notes that help websites remember things about you – like your language preference or what's in your shopping cart.
We also use similar technologies like web beacons and pixels. These work alongside cookies to help us understand how people interact with our educational content. Nothing sinister – just practical tools that make websites work better.
The Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These keep the site running. Without them, basic features like secure logins and navigation wouldn't work. You can't really turn these off if you want to use the site properly.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices – things like language settings or whether you've completed certain actions. They make your experience more personalized without collecting sensitive information.
Analytics Cookies
We use these to see which pages get visited most and how people move through the site. This helps us figure out what's working and what needs improvement. All data is aggregated and anonymous.
Marketing Cookies
These track your activity across different sites to show you relevant educational content and offers. They help us understand if you came from a specific campaign and whether our messaging resonates.
Why We Track This Stuff
Here's the honest truth about why we collect this data. It's not about surveillance – it's about making your experience better and understanding what actually helps people learn about investing.
- We want to know which educational resources are actually useful so we can create more of what works
- We need to remember your progress through courses and your learning preferences
- We track technical issues so we can fix bugs before they affect more people
- We analyze traffic patterns to handle peak times better, especially during our autumn 2025 enrollment period
- We measure the effectiveness of our outreach to potential students in Belgium and beyond
- We personalize content recommendations based on what topics you've shown interest in
Real Examples of How This Helps
Say you're halfway through reading an article about index funds. Functional cookies remember where you left off so you can pick up right there next time. Or if we notice through analytics that everyone's bouncing from a particular page, we know we need to rewrite that content.
When we see through tracking that most of our visitors from Belgium access the site on mobile devices during evening hours, we prioritize mobile optimization and schedule our live webinars accordingly.
How to Control Your Cookie Settings
You're in charge here. Every modern browser lets you manage cookies, and it's actually pretty straightforward once you know where to look.
Most browsers let you block all cookies, block third-party cookies only, or delete cookies after each session. Just be aware that blocking essential cookies will break some site functionality.
Here's where to find cookie settings in popular browsers:
Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
How Long We Keep This Data
Different cookies stick around for different amounts of time. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Others might last weeks or months, depending on their purpose.
Short-Term Storage
Session cookies and some functional cookies expire within hours or days. These handle temporary tasks like keeping you logged in during a single visit or remembering items you've added to a course wishlist.
Long-Term Storage
Analytics and preference cookies typically last 6 to 24 months. This longer timeframe helps us spot trends and remember your settings across multiple visits. You can clear these anytime through your browser.
Third-Party Cookies
Sometimes we work with external services that set their own cookies. For example, if we embed a video from a hosting platform or use an analytics service, those providers might place cookies on your device too.
We're selective about which third parties we work with, but once their cookies are on your device, they're governed by that company's privacy policy, not ours. Most of our third-party tools are related to analytics and educational content delivery.
Your Rights and Choices
Beyond browser settings, you have broader rights when it comes to your data. You can request to see what information we've collected, ask us to delete it, or opt out of certain types of tracking altogether.
If you're in the EU or Belgium specifically, you have additional protections under GDPR. This means you can withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time, and we'll respect that choice.
Updates to This Policy
We'll update this policy from time to time as our practices evolve or regulations change. When we make significant changes, we'll let you know through a notice on the website. The "Last Updated" date at the top tells you when the most recent version was published.
We recommend checking back occasionally, especially if you're curious about how we're adapting to new privacy standards or technologies.
Questions about our cookie usage? Want to exercise your data rights? We're here to help.
Contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +32 4 336 1348
Address: Stompaertshoek 31, 2800 Mechelen, Belgium