Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on quarionivex.com to improve your experience and understand how our site gets used. This policy explains what these technologies are, why we need them, and how you can control them.
When you visit our platform, small data files might be stored on your device. Some of these are essential for the site to function properly. Others help us understand visitor behaviour and improve our educational content about startup financing.
What Are Cookies and How Do They Work?
Cookies are tiny text files that websites place on your device when you browse. They're basically just bits of data that help the site remember things about your visit.
Think of them like digital sticky notes. When you come back to quarionivex.com, these notes help us recognise you and remember your preferences. Maybe you adjusted the font size or selected a specific learning module. Cookies keep track of that.
There are different types of these files. Some disappear when you close your browser (we call those session cookies). Others stick around longer (persistent cookies) so the site can remember you next time you visit.
Types of Tracking Technologies We Use
Not all tracking tools work the same way. Here's what we actually use on our platform and why each one matters:
Essential Cookies
These are non-negotiable. They make the site actually work. Without them, you couldn't log into your account, navigate between pages, or access secure areas of the platform.
Examples: Session identifiers, security tokens, load balancing markers
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and personalise your experience. Language preferences, display settings, or which courses you've started viewing all fall into this category.
Examples: Preference storage, interface customisation, accessibility settings
Analytics Cookies
We use these to understand how people interact with our content. Which articles get read most? Where do visitors spend time? This data helps us create better educational resources.
Examples: Page view counters, user journey tracking, interaction measurements
Marketing Cookies
These track your activity across different sites to help us show you relevant content about our programs. They also help us measure whether our outreach efforts are actually working.
Examples: Campaign tracking, conversion measurement, audience targeting
Specific Ways We Use Tracking Data
Let's get more concrete about how this information helps us run quarionivex.com better:
Site Performance and Reliability
We monitor load times, error rates, and system performance. If a particular page takes too long to load or a feature keeps breaking, we need to know about it fast.
Content Improvement
Analytics show us which startup financing topics resonate with Australian entrepreneurs. If nobody reads an article about venture capital structures, but everyone devours content about bootstrapping strategies, that tells us something important.
User Experience Enhancement
We track how people navigate the site. Do they find what they're looking for? Or do they get lost trying to locate basic information? This feedback shapes our design decisions.
Security and Fraud Prevention
Cookies help us detect suspicious activity. Multiple login attempts from different countries within minutes? That's a red flag we need to investigate.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You're in control here. Every major browser lets you manage cookies through its settings. You can block them entirely, delete existing ones, or set rules about which sites can use them.
Keep in mind that blocking essential cookies will break basic site functionality. You might not be able to log in or access certain features.
Third-Party Services and Their Tracking
We work with external services that help us run the platform. Some of these services use their own cookies to function properly.
For example, if we embed a video tutorial or use an analytics platform, those providers might set cookies on your device. We carefully select partners who respect user privacy, but you should know that we don't directly control their tracking practices.
Important: Third-party cookies are governed by the respective company's privacy policies, not just ours. We recommend reviewing their policies if you have specific concerns about data collection.
How Long We Keep Cookie Data
Different cookies have different lifespans based on their purpose:
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser
- Functional cookies typically last between 1-12 months
- Analytics cookies usually persist for 12-24 months
- Marketing cookies may remain active for up to 24 months
You can delete cookies manually through your browser at any time, regardless of their set expiration date.
Updates to This Policy
Technology changes. Regulations evolve. Our services grow. That means this policy gets updated occasionally to reflect new practices or legal requirements.
When we make significant changes, we'll update the date at the top of this page. For major revisions, we might also send a notification through your registered email address or display a notice on the site.
We encourage you to check this page periodically if you want to stay informed about how we use cookies and tracking technologies.
Questions About Our Cookie Usage?
If something in this policy isn't clear, or you have specific questions about how we track site usage, reach out to us directly. We're happy to explain our practices in more detail.