Cookies Policy
Last updated: July 29, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our platform.
We use both first-party cookies (set by harbor-swan.com) and third-party cookies (set by other services we use). Some cookies are session-based and expire when you close your browser, while others persist for longer periods.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential functionality: to enable core features like account login and course access
- Preferences: to remember your settings and language preferences
- Analytics: to understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
- Performance: to monitor platform performance and identify technical issues
- Security: to detect fraudulent activity and protect user accounts
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not work properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session state and authentication | Session (expires when browser closes) |
| csrf_token | Security measure to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores user interface preferences and settings | 1 year |
| language_selection | Remembers your chosen course language | 6 months |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users encounter error messages. All information collected is aggregated and anonymized.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| analytics_id | Distinguishes unique users for analytics purposes | 2 years |
| page_view_tracking | Records page views and user journey through the site | 30 days |
4. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save certain preferences locally on your device. This includes:
- Cookie consent preferences (whether you accepted or rejected cookies)
- Course progress tracking for offline access
- User interface state and settings
Local storage data remains on your device until explicitly cleared through your browser settings or our platform.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties:
- Payment processors: for secure transaction processing
- Video hosting services: for course video delivery
- Analytics providers: for website usage analysis
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
Your choice is saved in local storage and honored during future visits. Strictly necessary cookies will be used regardless of your choice, as they are required for the website to function.
7. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
7.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through the settings menu. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific websites
- Delete all cookies when closing the browser
7.2 Platform Settings
You can revisit your cookie preferences by clearing your local storage and refreshing our website, which will trigger the cookie consent banner again.
7.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our platform:
- Blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and accessing courses
- Blocking functional cookies may require you to re-enter preferences on each visit
- Blocking analytics cookies does not affect functionality but limits our ability to improve the platform
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, as there is no industry consensus on how to interpret them. We honor your cookie consent choices regardless of Do Not Track settings.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Level 14, 287 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia