Data Usage Policy
Last updated: January 2025
We're pretty straightforward about how we track things on shinecurrent.com. This page explains what happens when you visit our site, what small data files we use, and why they matter for your experience.
You've probably heard about tracking technologies before. Think of them as helpful notes that websites leave in your browser so they remember you next time. We use several types, and each serves a different purpose. Some are essential for basic functionality, while others help us understand how people interact with our blockchain education content.
What Are These Tracking Files?
When you browse our site, small text files get stored in your browser. They contain bits of information that help our platform work properly. Some remember your preferences. Others track which pages you visit so we can improve the learning experience.
Here's something interesting: not all tracking files are the same. First-party ones come directly from us at shinecurrent.com. Third-party ones might come from services we use, like analytics platforms or content delivery networks. Both types play different roles in how our site functions.
Session-based files disappear when you close your browser. Persistent ones stick around for a while—sometimes days, sometimes months—depending on what they're designed to do.
The Types We Actually Use
Essential Operations
These keep the site running. Without them, you can't log in, navigate between pages, or access secure areas. They're non-negotiable if you want to use our platform.
Functional Preferences
These remember choices you make—language settings, display preferences, or which courses you've bookmarked. They make your visits more convenient.
Performance Analysis
We track which pages get the most attention, how long people stay, and where they click. This data helps us figure out what's working and what needs improvement.
Marketing Communication
These help us show relevant content about our blockchain courses. They also limit how often you see the same message and measure whether our outreach actually resonates with people.
How This Affects Your Experience
Let's get specific. When you return to our site, we recognize you and skip the login screen if you chose to stay signed in. That's a functional preference file at work.
Or say you're halfway through a tokenization course. Performance tracking helps us see that many students pause at a particular section. Maybe the content's confusing there. We can then redesign that module to make it clearer.
- We remember your dashboard layout so you don't have to reconfigure it each visit
- Progress through courses gets saved automatically across devices
- Search results improve because we learn what terms people actually look for
- Loading times decrease as we identify and fix slow-performing pages
- Content recommendations become more relevant based on your learning patterns
On the marketing side, if you've been reading about smart contract development, we might show you information about our advanced blockchain course scheduled for autumn 2025. It's not random—it's based on what you've already shown interest in.
How Long We Keep This Data
Different tracking files have different lifespans. Essential ones usually last just for your browsing session. Functional preferences might stick around for six months to a year.
Analytics data typically stays for 24 months. That gives us enough time to spot trends and compare seasonal patterns in course enrollment. Marketing files generally expire after 90 days, though some may last up to a year depending on the campaign.
When these files reach their expiration date, they automatically delete themselves. You can also clear them manually anytime through your browser settings.
Taking Control of Your Privacy
You're not locked into accepting everything we track. Modern browsers give you pretty granular control over what gets stored. You can block all tracking files, allow only certain types, or delete them after each session.
Keep in mind that blocking essential files will break core functionality. You won't be able to log in or access course materials. But blocking analytics or marketing files? That won't stop you from learning about tokenization.
Third-Party Services We Use
We don't handle everything ourselves. Some services come from external providers who have their own tracking policies. Analytics platforms help us understand user behavior. Content delivery networks speed up page loading times for visitors in Taiwan and beyond.
These third parties operate under their own privacy terms. We choose partners who respect user data, but you should review their policies directly if you want the full picture of how they handle information.
Video content on our platform sometimes comes from external hosting services. When you watch a tutorial about blockchain fundamentals, that provider might set their own tracking files to measure engagement and streaming quality.
Changes to This Policy
Technology changes. Our platform evolves. Sometimes we add new features that require different tracking methods. When that happens, we update this page and note the revision date at the top.
Major changes get announced through our newsletter and displayed prominently on the site. Minor clarifications or formatting updates might happen without special notification. We recommend checking back here periodically, especially if you're particular about privacy settings.
Questions About Our Data Practices?
If something here doesn't make sense or you want more details about specific tracking methods, reach out. We're happy to explain how things work behind the scenes.
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