Cookie Policy
How we use cookies to enhance your learning experience
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and more useful.
Why We Use Cookies
TeachToddler uses cookies to:
- Remember your learning progress and preferences
- Provide personalized educational content
- Improve website performance and functionality
- Understand how our platform is used (anonymously)
- Ensure security and prevent abuse
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for basic website functionality, security, and user authentication | Session / 1 year | No |
| Learning Progress | Save game progress, achievements, and learning preferences | 1 year | No |
| Performance Cookies | Help us understand how visitors interact with our website | 2 years | Yes (Microsoft Clarity) |
| Preference Cookies | Remember settings like language, theme, and accessibility options | 1 year | No |
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
- Session cookies: Keep you logged in during your visit
- Security cookies: Protect against malicious attacks
- Load balancing: Ensure proper website performance
- Cookie consent: Remember your cookie preferences
Learning and Progress Cookies
These cookies enhance the educational experience:
- Game progress: Save completed levels and achievements
- Learning preferences: Remember difficulty settings and game choices
- User settings: Store accessibility and personalization options
- Educational analytics: Track learning patterns to improve content
Third-Party Cookies
Microsoft Clarity
We use Microsoft Clarity for anonymous website analytics to improve user experience:
- Tracks page views and user interactions (anonymously)
- Helps identify areas for improvement
- Does not collect personal information from children
- Subject to Microsoft's privacy policy
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
We may use CDN services to deliver content faster:
- Technical cookies for performance optimization
- No personal data collection
- Temporary session cookies only
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Our Cookie Settings
You can manage your cookie preferences directly on our website:
- Access cookie settings from any page footer
- Choose which types of cookies to allow
- Change preferences at any time
- Essential cookies cannot be disabled
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If You Disable All Cookies
- Website functionality may be limited
- Learning progress will not be saved
- Personalization features won't work
- You may need to re-enter preferences repeatedly
Recommended Settings
For the best educational experience, we recommend allowing:
- Essential cookies (required)
- Learning progress cookies (recommended)
- Preference cookies (recommended)
- Performance cookies (optional)
Children's Privacy and Cookies
COPPA Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act):
- We do not use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13
- Learning progress cookies are stored locally when possible
- No behavioral tracking of children
- Parents can request deletion of their child's cookie data
Parental Controls
- Parents can manage cookie settings for their children
- Request data deletion at any time
- View what data is collected
- Opt out of non-essential cookies
Cookie Retention and Deletion
Automatic Deletion
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies expire after their set duration
- Unused cookies are automatically cleaned up
Manual Deletion
- Clear cookies through your browser settings
- Use our cookie management tools
- Contact us for assistance with data deletion
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our cookie practices or need help managing your preferences:
- Email: privacy@teachtoddler.com
- Subject line: "Cookie Policy Question"
- Website: https://teachtoddler.com/contact
- Response time: Within 48 hours
Last Updated: January 27, 2026