🍪 Cookie Policy

Last updated: November 30, 2025

Website: https://lingolou.com

Lingolou uses cookies to ensure the website works properly, improve performance, and analyze anonymous traffic.

We comply fully with GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

They are not harmful and do not give us access to your device.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1. Essential Cookies (Required)

Used for:

  • website security
  • page loading
  • test functionality
  • language settings

You cannot disable these, as they are necessary for the site to work.

2.2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)

Used for:

  • anonymous traffic analytics
  • performance improvement
  • understanding which pages are popular

These cookies never identify you personally.

We may use tools like:

  • Google Analytics (IP anonymized)
  • Privacy-friendly analytics alternatives

You can disable these at any time.

2.3. Functional Cookies (Optional)

Used for:

  • saving your UI preferences
  • improving your browsing experience

3. No Advertising Cookies

We do not use:

  • tracking cookies
  • personalized advertising cookies
  • third-party marketing cookies

4. Cookie Duration

Cookies expire automatically after a period depending on type:

  • Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: deleted automatically after 30–180 days

5. Managing Cookies

You can accept or reject non-essential cookies using:

  • our Cookie Banner (first visit)
  • the settings below
  • your browser settings

Rejecting optional cookies will not affect your ability to take the German level tests.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy as needed.
Changes will be published on this page.

7. Contact

If you have questions about cookies, privacy, or GDPR:

📧 lingolou.company@gmail.com