At Open Stream Projects, we use tracking technologies to create a better online experience for our users while ensuring the platform operates smoothly. These technologies include cookies, local storage, and similar tools that help us collect and process specific information about your interaction with our website. Whether it's remembering your preferences or analyzing site usage, these tools are a vital part of how we deliver educational services effectively.
Some tracking tools are essential for the basic functionality of our platform. For instance, cookies are used to keep you logged into your account as you navigate through different sections of the site. Without these, features like secure login and progress tracking in courses would not function properly, making it impossible to provide a seamless educational experience.
We also employ functional trackers that enhance your experience by personalizing content. For example, if you previously explored a specific course topic or learning path, we may suggest related materials tailored to your interests. This customization ensures that your journey through Open Stream Projects feels intuitive and aligned with your educational goals.
Analytical tools are another category of tracking technology we use. These enable us to understand how users interact with our platform—such as which features are most popular or where users might encounter difficulties. For instance, by analyzing user behavior, we can identify when a particular course module has a high dropout rate and take steps to improve it, ensuring better learning outcomes for all.
In some cases, we also use tracking technologies for content targeting and customization. This might include showing you recommended courses or resources based on your previous activity. For example, if you've completed a beginner-level course in a subject, we might suggest intermediate-level options to help you advance your skills.
By gathering and analyzing this information, we not only improve our services but also provide you with a more relevant and engaging educational experience. Our goal is to use these tools responsibly—balancing the benefits to both you and Open Stream Projects while respecting your privacy and preferences.
We respect your right to control what data is collected about you. Open Stream Projects complies with privacy regulations to ensure you have choices when it comes to tracking technologies. You can manage these settings directly in your browser or through the tools we provide on our platform.
To adjust your browser settings, most major browsers offer options to block or delete cookies. For instance, in Google Chrome, you can navigate to "Settings" > "Privacy and security" > "Cookies and other site data" to customize how cookies are handled. Similarly, Firefox and Safari provide similar controls under their respective privacy settings menus.
Open Stream Projects also provides an opt-out mechanism directly on our platform. Through our preference center, you can choose which categories of tracking technologies you’re comfortable with. For example, you might allow essential cookies but disable those used for analytics or advertising. This ensures you have control over your data while still accessing core features.
However, disabling certain trackers may impact your experience on our site. For instance, if you block functional cookies, you might lose the ability to save preferences like language settings or course recommendations. Similarly, opting out of analytics might limit our ability to improve the platform based on user feedback.
You can also explore third-party tools and browser extensions designed to give you more control over tracking technologies. Tools like Privacy Badger or Ghostery can help you block trackers across websites, including Open Stream Projects. While these can enhance your privacy, they might also interfere with certain functionalities, so it’s important to weigh the trade-offs.
Ultimately, our aim is to provide you with clear options and guidance so you can make informed decisions about your privacy. By balancing these choices with functionality, you can ensure the best possible experience while staying in control of your data.
Open Stream Projects is committed to transparency regarding how we handle your data. This includes clear guidelines on data retention, security measures, and compliance with privacy regulations.
Retention schedules vary depending on the type of data. For example, information related to your account and learning progress is retained as long as your account remains active, while session cookies may expire after a few hours. When data is no longer needed, we use secure deletion methods to ensure it’s permanently removed.
We also have robust security measures in place to protect your data. These include encryption for sensitive information, regular security audits, and strict access controls to limit who can view or process your data. Organizational policies ensure that all staff handling data are trained in best practices for privacy and security.
In some cases, we may integrate your data with other sources to provide better insights or enhance functionality. For example, aggregating anonymized course completion rates can help us identify trends and develop new resources tailored to user needs. However, we ensure that such integrations never compromise your privacy.
Open Stream Projects adheres to various regulatory frameworks, including GDPR and CCPA, to ensure our practices meet global standards. For international users, we follow region-specific guidelines to handle data appropriately, such as storing data in compliant servers or providing localized consent options.
Open Stream Projects works with external vendors to enhance the functionality and efficiency of our platform. These partners fall into several categories, such as analytics providers, payment processors, and cloud hosting services.
For example, analytics providers like Google Analytics help us understand user behavior by collecting anonymized data points such as page views, session duration, and navigation patterns. Payment processors, on the other hand, handle sensitive financial data securely to process your transactions.
These partners use the data they collect strictly for the purposes we outline in our agreements. For instance, analytics providers may compile reports to help us identify opportunities for improvement, while cloud services ensure our platform remains fast and reliable.
Users can manage how these partners access their data through the preference center on our website. For major providers like Google Analytics, we also adhere to industry-standard opt-out mechanisms to give you even greater control.
Open Stream Projects reviews this policy regularly to ensure it remains up-to-date with changes in technology, regulations, or our services. We aim to conduct a comprehensive review annually, though updates may occur more frequently if circumstances require.
If significant changes are made, we will notify you through prominent announcements on our website or via email. For example, if we introduce a new type of tracking technology, you will be informed before it is implemented.
To help you track changes, we include version numbers and publication dates at the top of the policy. If previous versions are available, instructions for accessing them will be provided so you can review how our practices have evolved over time.
In cases where updates require new consent—such as introducing a feature that collects additional data—we’ll ask for your agreement before proceeding. This ensures transparency and keeps you in control of your privacy.