Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 17, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how AssignmentKit ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or use the AssignmentKit platform, website, and services (the "Service").

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners.

Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixels/web beacons. For simplicity, we refer to all of these as "cookies" in this policy.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the Service to function. They enable core functionality such as authentication, security, and session management. You cannot opt out of essential cookies, as the Service would not work without them.

  • Authentication tokens: Keep you signed in across pages and sessions.
  • Session identifiers: Maintain your active session state.
  • Security tokens: Protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) and other threats.
  • Theme preferences: Remember your selected theme (dark/light mode).

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced features and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

  • Editor preferences: Remember your editor layout and toolbar settings.
  • Language and region: Store your preferred language or locale.
  • Recently accessed items: Track your recently opened assignments for quick access.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service, so we can improve it. Analytics data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.

  • Page views and navigation patterns: Understand which features are most used.
  • Performance metrics: Monitor load times and error rates.
  • Feature usage: Track which tools and features are popular to guide development.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies on your device. These include:

  • Payment processors: To securely handle transactions and prevent fraud.
  • Analytics providers: To collect anonymised usage data and improve the Service.

We do not allow third-party advertising cookies on the Service. We do not sell your data to advertisers.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually.
  • Block all cookies or third-party cookies.
  • Set preferences for specific websites.
  • Clear all cookies when you close the browser.

Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent the Service from functioning correctly. If you block functional or analytics cookies, some features may not work as expected.

For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit your browser's help documentation:

5. Data Retention

Cookie lifespans vary depending on their purpose:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically up to 12 months) or until you delete them.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Service and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at help@assignmentkit.com.