Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Jianying Chinese ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on jianyingchinese.com ("the Website"). It is fully compliant with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the EU ePrivacy Directive. By clicking "Accept", "Reject", or managing your cookie preferences through our banner, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve functionality, security, performance, personalization, and analytics. Cookies can be:
- First-party cookies: placed by our website
- Third-party cookies: placed by external services (for example, analytics tools or payment processors)
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies: removed when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: remain until expiration or manual deletion
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They allow you to:
- Log into your account
- Maintain secure sessions
- Access your dashboard and purchased materials
- Use the checkout and payment system
- Load essential website features
You cannot disable essential cookies. Examples include authentication cookies, security and access control cookies, and payment session cookies (Stripe, PayPal).
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We may use tools such as:
- Google Analytics
- Plausible
- Similar privacy-friendly analytics services
These cookies collect anonymous or pseudonymized data such as pages visited, time spent on site, click behavior, traffic sources, and browser or device information. These cookies require your explicit consent.
2.3 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies allow enhanced, personalized user experience, such as:
- Remembering your language preferences
- Saving your settings
- Improving video playback or messages
These cookies are optional and require consent.
2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies (Optional)
(Only applicable if used.) These track browsing behavior to show personalized advertising or measure campaign performance. These also require explicit opt-in consent and will not activate otherwise.
2.5 Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies may be placed by services we use, such as:
- Stripe or PayPal (for payments)
- Google Analytics (for analytics)
- Email providers (for example, Mailchimp, SendGrid)
- Embedded content (for example, YouTube videos)
- Customer support or chat systems
These services may process data outside the EU, but only with GDPR-compliant safeguards.
3. Cookie Consent (GDPR Requirements)
When you visit jianyingchinese.com, you will see a cookie consent banner offering:
- "Accept all cookies"
- "Reject non-essential cookies"
- "Customize settings"
We follow strict GDPR rules:
- No non-essential cookies load without your prior consent
- You can withdraw consent at any time
- Consent is recorded and stored securely
- Consent is valid for a maximum of 12 months (then must be renewed)
4. How to Manage Cookies
You may:
- Accept or reject cookies via our cookie banner
- Adjust settings on your browser
- Delete existing cookies manually
Browser instructions: You can manage or block cookies directly in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, or Opera. Blocking cookies may affect website performance, especially essential features such as login and checkout.
5. Cookies Used on jianyingchinese.com
Below is an example structure (actual cookies depend on your final implementation):
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Essential | Keeps you logged in | Session |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Saves your cookie preferences | 12 months |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
| stripe_sid | Essential | Secure payment session | Session |
| language_pref | Functional | Saves language settings | 6 months |
If needed, we can help you create a full, accurate cookie list based on your tech stack.
6. Third-Party Data Transfers
Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside the EU. We ensure protection through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- GDPR-compliant processing agreements
- Necessary security measures
No third-party receives access to your personal data unless required to deliver a service.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect regulatory changes, technology changes, or new features and third-party integrations. When updated, the "Last updated" date will change. Continued use of the website means acceptance of the revised policy.
8. Contact Information
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact:
- Jianying Chinese
- Email: jianyingchinese@gmail.com
- Website: https://jianyingchinese.com