What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and analyze traffic.
How ESL Boards uses cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies — Required for login, search, and core functionality. Without these, the site cannot operate.
- Preference cookies — Remember your settings, such as language and display preferences.
- Analytics cookies — Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. These are anonymous and aggregated.
Managing cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome — Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies.
- Firefox — Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies.
- Safari — Preferences → Privacy → Cookies.
- Edge — Settings → Cookies and site permissions.
Note that disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using interactive features.
Third-party services
Some features on ESL Boards use third-party services that may set their own cookies, such as:
- Payment processors (PayPal, credit card gateways)
- Analytics providers
- Social media integrations (WhatsApp, Facebook links)
These services have their own privacy policies governing cookie usage.