Last updated: March 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Quantum Core Institute ("QCI," "we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and platform. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control them, in compliance with the EU ePrivacy Directive, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and PIPEDA.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve performance, and provide reporting information. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, local storage, and session storage.
In accordance with the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. When you first visit our website:
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for core functionality. Legal basis: Legitimate interest.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Supabase | Authentication session management | Session / 1 year |
| cookie_consent | QCI | Records your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| csrf_token | QCI | Cross-site request forgery protection | Session |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. Legal basis: Consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users (IP anonymization enabled) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for 24-hour analytics | 24 hours |
| qci_session | QCI | Internal analytics session tracking | 30 minutes |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. Legal basis: Consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | QCI | Stores dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| newsletter_dismissed | QCI | Prevents repeated newsletter popups | 30 days |
| simulation_progress | QCI | Saves crisis simulation progress | 7 days |
These cookies are used for targeted advertising and measuring campaign effectiveness. Legal basis: Consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _li_ss | LinkedIn Insight Tag for conversion tracking | 30 days | |
| utm_source / utm_* | QCI | Campaign attribution tracking | Session |
The following third-party services may set cookies on your device when you use our platform:
We do not control the cookies set by third-party services. Please review their respective privacy policies for more information about how they process your data.
Cookies fall into two categories based on duration:
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings link in our website footer. You may accept or reject individual cookie categories.
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from accessing certain features of our platform.
Mobile devices may use advertising identifiers instead of cookies. You can control these through your device settings:
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage and session storage for the following purposes:
These storage mechanisms are subject to the same consent requirements as cookies where they involve non-essential data processing.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated through a prominent notice on our website. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your rights:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.