Last Updated: April 02, 2026
At Meridian Academy, we value your privacy and are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our website, and improve your overall experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Duration: Session-based and persistent
Can be disabled: No - The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Performance Cookies
Purpose: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if error messages are received. This helps us improve website performance.
Duration: Varies (typically 1-2 years)
Can be disabled: Yes
Functionality Cookies
Purpose: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Duration: Varies (typically 1 year)
Can be disabled: Yes
Analytical Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand visitor behavior, measure the effectiveness of our content, and improve our educational services and website structure.
Duration: Varies (typically 2 years)
Can be disabled: Yes
3. Detailed Cookie Information
| Cookie Name |
Type |
Purpose |
Duration |
| session_id |
Essential |
Maintains user session and authentication |
Session |
| language_pref |
Functionality |
Remembers language selection |
1 year |
| cookie_consent |
Essential |
Stores cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
| analytics_token |
Analytical |
Tracks website usage and performance |
2 years |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device. These services help us provide better educational content and analyze website performance:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Video Platforms: For embedding educational video content (YouTube, Vimeo)
- Social Media Platforms: For sharing content and social media integration
- Content Delivery Networks (CDN): For faster loading of website resources
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
5. How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner when you first visit our website, or by adjusting your browser settings.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
- Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner
- Select "Settings" → "Privacy and security"
- Click "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button and select "Settings"
- Select "Privacy & Security"
- Under "Cookies and Site Data," adjust your preferences
Safari
- Go to "Safari" → "Preferences"
- Click "Privacy"
- Select your cookie preferences under "Cookies and website data"
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three-dot menu and select "Settings"
- Select "Cookies and site permissions"
- Click "Cookies and site data"
- Choose your preferred settings
Important Note About Blocking Cookies
Please be aware that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features and services may not function properly if cookies are disabled. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to operate.
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Know what cookies we use and why
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Change your cookie preferences at any time
- Request information about data collected through cookies
- Request deletion of data collected through cookies (where applicable)
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.