This Cookie Policy explains how Soorla ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our Website. It explains what cookies are, why we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By continuing to use our Website without changing your browser settings or clicking "Accept" on our cookie banner (if you are in the EU/UK), you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and progress in a test) over a period of time. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first‑party cookies") or by third parties (e.g., advertising networks) that provide services to that website ("third‑party cookies").
Cookies can be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).
We use the following categories of cookies on the Soorla website:
These cookies are required for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
These cookies do not require your consent because the Website cannot work without them. They do not collect any personal information for marketing or analytics purposes.
We use these cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Website. They help us improve the user experience, identify errors, and analyze traffic patterns.
We may use services such as Google Analytics (or a privacy‑friendly alternative) to collect anonymous information about:
All analytics data is aggregated and anonymised. It does not identify you personally.
These cookies remember choices you make to enhance your experience, such as:
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on the Website. AdSense uses third‑party cookies to:
These cookies may track your visits to our Website and other websites over time. We do not control how Google uses this data. For more information, please see How Google uses cookies in advertising.
Opt‑out: You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google's Ad Settings. You can also disable third‑party advertising cookies altogether through your browser settings (see Section 5).
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
session_id |
Strictly Necessary | Maintains your test progress (round number, chosen answers) and login session. | Session (deleted when browser closed) |
csrf_token |
Strictly Necessary | Security token to prevent cross‑site request forgery. | Session |
cookie_consent |
Strictly Necessary | Stores your cookie preference (accepted/rejected). | 12 months |
_ga (if using Google Analytics) |
Performance / Analytics | Distinguishes unique users for analytics. | 2 years |
_gid (if using Google Analytics) |
Performance / Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics. | 24 hours |
__gads |
Advertising (AdSense) | AdSense cookie for measuring ad interactions. | 13 months |
__gac |
Advertising (AdSense) | Contains campaign‑related information. | 90 days |
Note: The exact cookie names may vary depending on third‑party services. We will update this list as the Website evolves.
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions that require opt‑in consent for non‑essential cookies, the following applies:
We do not use any non‑essential cookies before obtaining your consent.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
Instructions for popular browsers:
You can opt out of personalised advertising from Google by visiting:
Please note that opting out of personalised ads does not mean you will see fewer ads. You will still see ads, but they will be less relevant to your interests (e.g., contextual ads based on the page content rather than your browsing history).
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our Website currently does not respond to DNT signals because there is no universally accepted standard for how to interpret them. However, you can control third‑party tracking via the methods above.
In addition to the cookies we set directly (first‑party), third‑party services we use may also set cookies on your device. These include:
We do not control the placement or duration of third‑party cookies. For more information, please visit the respective third‑party's privacy or cookie policy.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our operations. Minor updates (e.g., adding a new cookie) will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date. Material changes (e.g., introducing new types of cookies that require consent) will be notified via a banner or email (if you have an account).
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please CONTACT US
By continuing to use our Website after reading this Cookie Policy, you acknowledge that you understand how we use cookies. If you are in a jurisdiction that requires consent, you will be asked to accept or reject non‑essential cookies via our cookie banner.