A Degree Above

Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how A Degree Above (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our Websites (altius.adegreeabove.org and altius-app.adegreeabove.org) and in connection with our Services including the Altius platform. By continuing to use the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, in accordance with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you should adjust your browser settings or cease using the Website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve your experience. We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and scripts for the same purposes.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the Website to function properly, such as enabling you to navigate the site and use basic features like continuity of your conversation sessions with our AI-powered Services. These cookies do not require consent and cannot be disabled without affecting the Website’s operation.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting anonymous data on page views, traffic sources, and user behaviour. This allows us to improve the performance and content of the Website.

c) Targeting or Advertising Cookies: We may use these (or allow third-party service providers to use them) to deliver more relevant content or advertisements, though we currently limit such use.

3. How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to: operate and improve our Services; analyze website usage and trends; personalize your experience and AI-generated responses; ensure security and prevent fraud; and measure the effectiveness of our communications. Before using any non-essential cookies, we provide you with clear notice of their purpose and obtain your consent through the cookie consent banner or management tool displayed on the Website. Consent for such cookies is free, specific, informed and can be withdrawn as easily as it is given, consistent with the requirements of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. You may withdraw this consent at any time by adjusting your preferences via the banner, by changing your browser settings, or by contacting us. Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before the withdrawal.

Some cookies are set by third-party service providers (such as analytics, AI infrastructure or hosting providers) on our behalf. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control the privacy practices of these third parties, and you should review their policies.

4. Managing and Withdrawing Consent for Cookies

You can manage or withdraw your consent for cookies at any time:

• Through the cookie consent banner or preference center on the Website.

• By adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies (instructions are available in your browser’s “Help” section).

• By contacting us at [email protected] or [email protected]

Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Website.

5. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. The revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]