LearnInBox cookie policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Rising Root Technologies LLC ("we", "us", or "our"), operating the LearnInBox platform ("Platform"), uses cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, local storage objects, and similar tracking technologies (collectively, "Cookies") when you visit or interact with our website or application.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. Capitalized terms not defined here have the meanings given in our Privacy Policy. This Cookie Policy applies globally to all users. Jurisdiction-specific disclosures and rights are set out in Section 7.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website or application when you visit it. They help the Platform remember your actions and preferences and help us understand usage so we can improve your experience.

Cookies are grouped by duration:

• Session cookies: temporary files deleted when you close your browser or end your session.
• Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted.

Cookies are also grouped by source:

• First-party cookies: set directly by LearnInBox on the `learninbox.com` domain.
• Third-party cookies: set by integrated providers such as analytics and advertising partners.

2. What cookies do we use?

We use the following cookie categories on the Platform:

• Strictly Necessary - Required for platform functionality such as authentication, security, session management, and load balancing (examples: session ID, CSRF token, auth token). These cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.
• Functional / Preference - Remember settings such as language, time zone, and display preferences. These can be disabled, though some features may be affected.
• Analytics / Performance - Help us understand navigation and platform usage using anonymized or pseudonymized data (for example Google Analytics, Mixpanel). These can be disabled via Cookie Manager.
• Marketing / Targeting - Track browsing activity to deliver relevant advertising (for example Google Ads, Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight). Used only with your explicit consent and can be disabled via Cookie Manager.
• Social media - Enable social sharing and social sign-in features (for example Facebook Login, Google Sign-In). These can be disabled, but social features may not work.

3. How we obtain your consent

3.1 Consent banner

When you first visit our Platform, we display a Cookie Consent Banner that explains our use of Cookies and requests your consent. You can:

• Accept all cookies (including analytics and marketing).
• Reject non-essential cookies (using only strictly necessary cookies).
• Customize preferences by category through our Cookie Manager.

We do not place non-essential cookies before consent is provided. If you take no action, we treat this as no consent for non-essential cookies.

3.2 Withdrawing or changing consent

You may update or withdraw consent at any time using:

• Cookie Manager:use the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.
• Browser settings: block or allow cookie categories directly in your browser configuration.
• Third-party opt-out tools: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout, youradchoices.com, and youronlinechoices.eu.

Withdrawing consent does not affect prior lawful use. Disabling some cookies may limit access to parts of the Platform.

4. Cookies set by third parties

Third-party providers may place cookies when you use our Platform. Examples include:

• Analytics: Google Analytics for usage analysis (policies.google.com/privacy).
• Payment processing: Stripe and PayPal session cookies, which are strictly necessary for secure checkout.
• Video conferencing: Zoom and Google Meet cookies activated when joining live sessions.
• Customer support: Intercom or similar tools, used with your opt-in consent.
• Social login: Google Sign-In and Facebook Login cookies when you choose social authentication.

We do not control third-party cookies directly. Please review each provider's own privacy and cookie policies.

5. Do Not Track

Some browsers transmit Do Not Track (DNT) signals. We currently do not alter data collection behavior in response to DNT because no uniform standard has been adopted. If this changes, we will update this policy.

6. Jurisdiction-specific disclosures

6.1 EU and EEA users (ePrivacy Directive / GDPR)

Non-essential cookies require prior informed, freely given, specific, and unambiguous consent. We do not use cookie walls, pre-ticked boxes, implied consent, or dark patterns. Consent and rejection are equally easy. For strictly necessary cookies, we rely on legitimate interest to provide a functioning service; for all other cookies, the legal basis is consent.

You may withdraw consent, object to processing, and lodge complaints with your national supervisory authority or via youronlinechoices.eu.

6.2 UK users (PECR / UK GDPR)

We follow PECR and UK GDPR requirements. Non-essential cookies require prior freely given, specific, and informed consent. You may manage settings via Cookie Manager and contact the ICO at ico.org.uk for complaints.

6.3 US users

For California residents under CCPA/CPRA, some cookie-based tracking may be considered sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising. We do not sell or share personal information for targeted advertising without opt-in consent. Users in California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and other applicable states may opt out of targeted advertising and cookie-based profiling through Cookie Manager or by contacting legal@learninbox.com.

6.4 Canada users (CASL / PIPEDA)

Where required, we obtain express consent for non-essential cookies before placement. Consent can be withdrawn any time through Cookie Manager.

6.5 Australia and New Zealand users

We comply with applicable privacy laws for cookie-based data collection, including disclosure of personal-information cookies in this policy and our Privacy Policy. Preferences can be managed via browser settings or Cookie Manager.

6.6 Brazil users (LGPD)

For strictly necessary cookies, legal basis is legitimate interest. For analytics and marketing cookies, legal basis is consent obtained through our consent banner. Consent can be withdrawn at any time through Cookie Manager.

6.7 India users (DPDPA 2023)

Non-essential cookie consent is obtained before cookies are placed. You may withdraw consent at any time and request access/correction by contacting legal@learninbox.com.

6.8 China users (PIPL)

We obtain prior informed consent for non-essential cookies that collect personal information. No such personal information is transferred outside the PRC without separate consent and compliance with applicable PIPL requirements.

6.9 South Korea users (PIPA)

We provide prior notice and obtain consent for personal-information cookies. Consent can be withdrawn via Cookie Manager or browser settings.

6.10 South Africa users (POPIA / ECTA)

We rely on consent for non-essential cookies and legitimate interests for strictly necessary cookies. Preferences can be managed via Cookie Manager or by contacting legal@learninbox.com.

6.11 UAE / Middle East users

Non-essential cookies are placed only with prior consent under applicable UAE personal data protection requirements.

7. How long cookies last

Retention periods vary by cookie type and provider. A complete list of specific cookies and retention periods is available in Cookie Manager through the "Cookie Settings" footer link.

• Session cookies: expire when you close your browser.
• Analytics cookies: typically 12 to 24 months.
• Marketing cookies: typically 3 to 12 months.
• Strictly necessary cookies: session-based or up to 12 months.

8. Updates to this cookie policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our cookie usage, legal requirements, or internal practices. Material changes are communicated by updating the "Last updated" date and by displaying a prominent notice in our Cookie Consent Banner for a reasonable period.

Continued use of the Platform after an update's effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact us

For cookie-related questions, complaints, or requests, contact:
Email: legal@learninbox.com
Privacy Officer: Raghavender Manai (raghav@learninbox.com)
EU Representative: Raghavender Manai, 31 Springwood Ln Dawsonville Georgia 30534 USA
UK Representative: Raghavender Manai, 31 Springwood Ln Dawsonville Georgia 30534 USA
Mailing Address: Rising Root Technologies LLC, 31 Springwood Ln Dawsonville Georgia 30534 USA