Last updated: May 9, 2025
Our website, fetd.org (hereinafter: “the site”), uses cookies and other related technologies (for convenience, all such technologies are referred to as “cookies”). Cookies may also be placed by third parties we work with. This document provides information about how cookies are used on our website.
This Cookie Policy was last updated on May 9, 2025, and applies to all users of our website, including citizens and legal permanent residents of the United States, the European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland.
Its purpose is to inform users clearly and transparently about the use of cookies on fetd.org, in compliance with international data protection regulations.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website installs on the user’s device when they visit it. They are used to store information related to browsing behavior, user preferences, or activity on the site in order to improve the experience, analyze traffic, or deliver personalized content.
What Types of Cookies Do We Use?
At fetd.org, we use both first-party and third-party cookies for the following purposes:
Technical or essential cookies (first-party): Required for the basic functioning of the site. Do not require prior consent.
Preference or functional cookies (first-party): Remember user choices to provide a personalized experience. Require consent.
Analytical cookies (third-party): Help us understand how users interact with the site. We use Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager.
Social media cookies (third-party): Installed when interacting with embedded content. We use Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Specific Cookies Used
Below are representative examples of cookies that may be used:
Name: _ga
Provider: Google Analytics
Purpose: Distinguishes users
Duration: 2 years
Type: Analytical
Name: _gid
Provider: Google Analytics
Purpose: Session behavior analysis
Duration: 24 hours
Type: Analytical
Name: CONSENT
Provider: YouTube/Google
Purpose: Consent management
Duration: 2 years
Type: Technical
Name: IDE
Provider: Google (DoubleClick)
Purpose: Personalized advertising
Duration: 1 year
Type: Advertising
Name: bcookie
Provider: LinkedIn
Purpose: Browser tracking
Duration: 2 years
Type: Advertising
Name: fr
Provider: Facebook
Purpose: Show relevant ads
Duration: 3 months
Type: Advertising
How to Manage or Disable Cookies?
Upon entering the site, a banner will appear allowing users to accept, reject, or configure cookie preferences. Additionally, users can modify preferences through their web browser settings. Useful links:
– Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en
– Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
– Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/es-es/help/4468242
– Safari: https://support.apple.com/es-es/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Legal Basis and Jurisdiction
The use of cookies on this site is based on the user’s explicit consent, in accordance with:
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU 2016/679)
• Spanish Law on Information Society Services (LSSI-CE)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users in California, USA
Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated to reflect legal or technical changes. We recommend reviewing this section periodically.
Contact
For inquiries about cookie use or rights related to personal data:
Email: info@fetd.com
Address: Foundation for Digital Technology Education – FETD
5900 Balcones Drive, Suite 100, Austin TX 78731