1. Overview
When you visit FrenchWord (frenchword.org), we may store or read small pieces of data on your device. These are commonly called cookies, and may also include related technologies such as local storage used for the same kinds of purposes.
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy policy and Terms and conditions.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your browser or device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit — for example, whether you are signed in — so the service works more reliably.
Cookies may be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (stored until they expire or you delete them).
3. How we use cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in after you create or access an account
- Maintain secure sessions and protect against misuse
- Remember basic preferences needed for the site to function
- Understand how the service is performing so we can fix errors and improve reliability
4. Types of cookies we use
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for core features such as authentication and security | Session / auth cookies used to keep you logged in |
| Functional | Help remember choices that improve your experience | Preference or UI state stored for the learning tools |
| Analytics (if enabled) | Help us understand traffic and improve the product | Aggregated usage metrics; may be added over time |
Essential cookies are necessary for FrenchWord to work as expected. Without them, sign-in and related account features may not function.
5. Third-party cookies
Some content on FrenchWord may be provided by third parties — for example privacy-enhanced video embeds. Those providers may set their own cookies according to their policies when you interact with their content.
We also rely on infrastructure providers (such as hosting and authentication services) that may process cookie-related data as part of delivering the service.
6. Managing cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you:
- View which cookies are stored
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from all sites or from specific sites
- Block third-party cookies
If you block or delete essential cookies, parts of FrenchWord — especially account sign-in and saved progress — may stop working correctly until cookies are allowed again.
For guidance, check your browser's help pages (for example Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge).
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" setting. There is no consistent industry standard for responding to these signals. FrenchWord currently does not alter its cookie practices based solely on a Do Not Track request, beyond the controls described above.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time — for example if we add analytics tools or change how authentication works. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will change when we do. Continued use of the service after an update means you accept the revised policy.
9. Contact
For questions about cookies on FrenchWord, please reach us through the FrenchWord website.