Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 16, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

VG TUTORING LIMITED uses cookies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you navigate our website
• Improve our website functionality and user experience
• Provide relevant content and services
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Remember your cookie consent choices

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• Security and authentication
• Basic website navigation
• Form submissions and contact features
• Cookie consent preferences

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation)

Retention: Session or up to 1 year

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information about:

• Number of visitors and page views
• How long visitors stay on our site
• Which pages are most popular
• Where visitors come from

Legal basis: Your consent

Retention: Up to 2 years

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as:

• Remembering your language preferences
• Remembering login information
• Personalizing content based on your location
• Improving user experience features

Legal basis: Your consent

Retention: Up to 1 year

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to provide relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. Currently, we do not use marketing cookies, but may implement them in the future with your explicit consent.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow selected third-party services to place cookies on our website to provide specific functionality:

4.1 Analytics Services

We may use Google Analytics or similar services to understand website usage. These services:

• Collect anonymous usage data
• Help us improve our website
• Do not personally identify individual users
• Allow you to opt-out through browser settings

4.2 Communication Tools

Our online lesson platform may use third-party cookies for:

• Video conferencing functionality
• Chat and messaging features
• File sharing capabilities
• Quality and performance monitoring

5. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, we display a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:

• Accept: Allow all cookies for optimal experience
• Decline: Only essential cookies will be used
• Manage: Choose specific cookie categories

5.1 Consent Withdrawal

You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:

• Clearing your browser cookies
• Changing your browser settings
• Contacting us to reset your preferences

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

6.2 Cookie Control Options

Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block all cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block third-party cookies only
• Get notified when cookies are set

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some website functionality may be affected:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Some preferences may not be saved
• Certain features may not work properly
• We cannot provide personalized experiences

8. Mobile Devices

Mobile browsers also use cookies and similar technologies. You can manage these through:

• Browser settings on your mobile device
• App-specific privacy settings
• Device-level privacy controls
• Operating system privacy features

9. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in our cookie usage
• New technologies or features
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Improved user experience

We will notify you of significant changes through our website or email.

10. International Transfers

Some cookies may involve transferring data to countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
• Standard contractual clauses
• Certification schemes
• Binding corporate rules

11. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 through cookies. If you believe a child has provided information through our cookies, please contact us immediately.

12. Contact Information

For questions about our use of cookies or this policy, contact us:

13. Useful Links

For more information about cookies and privacy:

• All About Cookies
• ICO Cookie Guidance
• Your Online Choices