What Are Cookies and Why We Use Them

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit. Think of them as digital sticky notes that help websites remember things about you between visits.

We use these technologies at thinkintelsystema.com for several reasons. Some are necessary for the site to function properly. Others help us understand what content is most valuable to our visitors interested in financial modeling education.

For instance, if you're browsing our study materials and leave the site, certain cookies remember where you were. When you come back, you don't have to start from scratch. That's the kind of practical benefit we're talking about.

Types of Tracking We Use

How Long We Keep This Data

Different tracking technologies have different lifespans. Session cookies disappear when you close your browser. Others might stick around for months or even years, depending on their purpose.

Essential cookies typically last as long as your session or until you log out. Analytics data is usually aggregated and anonymized after 90 days. Marketing cookies might persist for up to two years to help us understand long-term engagement patterns.

We regularly review stored data and clear out anything that's no longer serving a useful purpose. There's no point keeping information we're not actively using.

Taking Control of Your Privacy

You have several options when it comes to managing cookies and tracking on thinkintelsystema.com.

Browser-Level Management

Every modern browser lets you control cookies through its settings. You can block all cookies, delete existing ones, or set rules for specific websites.

Keep in mind that blocking all cookies will affect how many websites function. You might have trouble staying logged in or accessing certain features across the web.

Third-Party Services

Some tracking technologies on our site come from external services we use. For example, if we embed analytics tools or integrate with educational platforms, those services may place their own cookies.

We carefully choose partners who respect user privacy and comply with relevant regulations. However, we don't control how they operate. If you want details about their practices, you'll need to check their individual privacy policies.

These third parties typically help us understand site performance, deliver educational content effectively, or measure the success of our outreach efforts to potential students in Taiwan and elsewhere.

Updates and Changes

This policy was last updated in March 2025. As our website evolves and we adopt new technologies, we may need to modify how we handle tracking.

When we make significant changes, we'll update the date at the top of this page. For major revisions that affect your privacy rights, we'll provide notice on our homepage or through email if you've signed up for communications.

We recommend checking back occasionally if you want to stay informed about our data practices. The financial modeling field is constantly changing, and so are the tools we use to deliver relevant educational content.