Cookie Policy
Learn about how Rune uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your learning experience.
Last updated: October 20, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, improving site functionality, and analyzing how you use our platform.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes to cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the platform to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- Authentication and security cookies
- Session management cookies
- Load balancing cookies
- Form submission cookies
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings.
- Language and region preferences
- Theme and display settings
- Learning progress and bookmarks
- Personalized dashboard layout
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how you use our platform to improve our services.
- Google Analytics for usage statistics
- Learning pattern analysis
- Feature usage tracking
- Performance monitoring
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver personalized content and advertisements.
- Targeted advertising cookies
- Social media integration cookies
- Email campaign tracking
- Retargeting pixels
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in during your session
- Personalization: To remember your learning preferences and progress
- Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and enhance security
- Analytics: To understand user behavior and improve our platform
- Performance: To optimize loading times and platform functionality
- Communication: To deliver relevant notifications and updates
4. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party services that may also set cookies on your device:
Google Analytics
Provides insights into user behavior and platform usage patterns.
Social Media Platforms
Enable social sharing and integration features.
Payment Processors
Secure payment processing for subscription services.
Content Delivery Networks
Improve platform performance and loading speeds.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies are set for different durations based on their purpose:
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They typically last for the duration of your browsing session.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. Our persistent cookies typically last:
- Authentication cookies: 30 days
- Preference cookies: 1 year
- Analytics cookies: 2 years
- Marketing cookies: 90 days
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set notifications for new cookies
Platform Cookie Settings
You can manage your cookie preferences directly on our platform through your account settings. This allows you to opt out of non-essential cookies while maintaining platform functionality.
Third-Party Opt-Out
For analytics cookies, you can opt out directly:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Marketing cookies: Visit your browser's privacy settings
Important: Disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our platform. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic functionality.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications for material changes
- Displaying prominent notices on our platform
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please reach out to us through our contact page.
You can also manage your cookie preferences by visiting your account settings or using your browser's privacy controls.
Manage Cookie Preferences
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