List of active policies
| Name | Type | User consent |
|---|---|---|
| Cookies | Site policy | All users |
Summary
Why we use cookies
Full policy
- Overview
Learning at Oxfam uses cookies to ensure that the platform operates effectively, securely, and efficiently. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how they are used on the platform, and the choices available to users regarding their use.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you access a website or online platform. They help the platform recognise your device, maintain secure sessions, and collect information that supports platform performance and user experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies (Mandatory)
Necessary cookies are essential for the operation of the learning platform. These cookies enable core system functions such as:
- User authentication and login
- Session management
- Security monitoring
- Accessibility and navigation
Without these cookies, the platform cannot function correctly.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies are used to understand how users interact with the platform so that services can be improved.
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect anonymized statistical information about platform usage. This may include:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the platform
- Device and browser type
- General usage patterns
IP anonymization is enabled for analytics processing. This means that IP addresses are automatically shortened before analysis, ensuring that individual users cannot be directly identified.
The information collected through analytics cookies is used strictly to:
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Monitor platform performance
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Improve usability and navigation
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Enhance learning content and services
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Support evidence-based platform improvements
No analytics data collected through cookies is used to personally identify users.
4. Consent & User Control
By continuing to use this platform, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this policy and consent to the use of cookies as described.
If you wish to restrict the collection of analytics data, you may:
- Configure your web browser settings to reject or delete cookies.
- Utilize the Google Analytics Opt-out browser add-on.
Please note that disabling necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the platform.
5. Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or platform functionality.
6. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on this platform, please contact the platform administrator or the relevant data protection contact within the organization.