Cookie and Tracking Policy
Last updated: March 2025
We believe you should know exactly what happens when you visit datadevwave.com. This policy explains the tracking technologies we use, why we use them, and how you can control your preferences. We're not here to hide behind legal jargon — just straight talk about how your data gets handled.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are small text files that get stored on your device when you visit websites. Think of them as digital sticky notes that help websites remember who you are and what you were doing. Some stick around for years, others disappear the moment you close your browser.
They're not programs. They can't install software or carry viruses. But they do collect information about how you interact with our site — which pages you visit, how long you stay, what you click on.
The Different Types We Use
Essential Cookies
These keep the site working properly. Without them, basic features break down.
- Session management and user authentication
- Security features and fraud prevention
- Load balancing across servers
- Shopping cart functionality
Duration: Session-based (deleted when you close your browser)
Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences and choices to make your experience smoother.
- Language preferences and regional settings
- Interface customization choices
- Previously viewed content
- Form input memory
Duration: Up to 12 months
Analytics Cookies
We use these to understand how people interact with our educational content and identify areas for improvement.
- Page view tracking and navigation patterns
- Time spent on educational resources
- Device and browser information
- Error reporting and performance metrics
Duration: Up to 24 months
Marketing Cookies
These help us show you relevant information about our programs across different platforms.
- Advertising campaign effectiveness
- Cross-platform behavior tracking
- Retargeting and remarketing activities
- Third-party advertising networks
Duration: Up to 13 months
How This Actually Helps You
We're not collecting data just for the sake of it. Here's what we do with the information:
- Remember where you left off in our learning resources
- Save your course preferences so you don't have to reset them every visit
- Understand which educational materials are most valuable to students
- Identify technical issues before they affect multiple users
- Show you program information relevant to your interests
- Improve page load times based on usage patterns
For example, if hundreds of people abandon a particular tutorial page after 30 seconds, that tells us something's wrong with that content. We can then rewrite it or restructure it to be more helpful.
Third-Party Services
Some cookies come from external services we use to run the site. These include analytics platforms, content delivery networks, and educational tools. We've vetted these partners, but they operate under their own privacy policies.
Current third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
- YouTube for embedded educational video content
- Cloudflare for security and performance optimization
- Social media platforms for content sharing functionality
Taking Control of Your Data
Browser Settings
Every modern browser lets you control cookies. You can block them entirely, delete existing ones, or set up rules for specific websites. Keep in mind that blocking essential cookies will break parts of the site.
If you want more granular control, browser extensions like Privacy Badger or uBlock Origin let you selectively block tracking scripts while keeping functional cookies intact.
Mobile Devices
Mobile browsers work a bit differently. On iOS, Safari's settings are found in the main Settings app rather than within the browser itself. Android devices vary by manufacturer, but cookie controls are typically under Settings → Privacy → Advanced.
Mobile apps don't use cookies the same way websites do — they use device identifiers and app-specific storage. If you're using our mobile-optimized site through a browser, the same cookie rules apply.
Data Retention
We don't keep data forever. Here's our retention schedule:
Essential cookies: Deleted when your session ends
Functional cookies: Cleared after 12 months of inactivity
Analytics data: Aggregated after 6 months, deleted after 24 months
Marketing cookies: Removed after 13 months or when you opt out
Your Rights Under Australian Law
The Australian Privacy Act gives you specific rights regarding your personal information. You can request access to data we've collected, ask for corrections, or request deletion in most circumstances.
If you're based in the EU or UK, additional protections apply under GDPR. You have the right to data portability, the right to restrict processing, and the right to object to automated decision-making.
Updates and Changes
Technology changes. Privacy laws evolve. We update this policy periodically to reflect those changes. When we make significant updates, we'll post a notice on the homepage for at least 30 days.
The "last updated" date at the top of this page tells you when we last made changes. We recommend checking back occasionally if you're concerned about privacy practices.
Questions or Concerns?
If something in this policy doesn't make sense or you want to exercise your data rights, get in touch with us:
We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 3 business days. For complex requests involving data exports or deletions, allow up to 10 business days.