Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 02, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Fobara ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our online learning platform. This policy complies with Finnish data protection laws and EU regulations applicable in Finland.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our online learning platform. They help us provide you with a better learning experience by remembering your preferences, tracking your course progress, and analyzing how our educational services are used.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our online learning platform to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- User authentication and login sessions
- Course progress tracking and saved states
- Learning platform security features
- Language and accessibility preferences
- Shopping cart functionality for course purchases
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how learners interact with our educational content and platform features.
- Course completion rates and learning analytics
- Popular educational content and resources
- Platform usage patterns and navigation
- Performance metrics for video lectures and interactive content
- A/B testing for educational features
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant educational content and course recommendations.
- Personalized course recommendations
- Educational content targeting based on learning interests
- Retargeting for incomplete course enrollments
- Social media integration for sharing achievements
- Email marketing optimization for educational updates
Specific Cookies for Online Learning
Our online education platform uses specialized cookies to enhance your learning experience:
- Learning Progress Cookies: Track your progress through courses, quizzes, and assignments
- Video Position Cookies: Remember where you left off in video lectures
- Interactive Content Cookies: Save your responses in interactive learning modules
- Certification Tracking: Monitor your progress toward course certifications
- Study Schedule Cookies: Remember your preferred study times and reminders
- Learning Path Cookies: Maintain your personalized learning journey
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies for educational and analytical purposes:
- Google Analytics for learning behavior analysis
- YouTube for embedded educational videos
- Vimeo for premium course content
- Zoom or similar platforms for live online classes
- Payment processors for secure course transactions
- Learning management system integrations
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over the cookies we use on our online learning platform:
Cookie Consent Manager: Use our cookie preference center to enable/disable specific cookie categories
Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
Opt-out Links: Use direct opt-out links for third-party analytics services
Note: Disabling certain cookies may limit your access to course features, progress tracking, and personalized learning experiences.
Cookie Retention Periods
| Cookie Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Essential Learning Cookies | Session or until course completion |
| Analytics Cookies | 26 months |
| Marketing Cookies | 12 months |
| User Preference Cookies | 12 months |
Your Rights Under Finnish Law
Under Finnish data protection law and GDPR, you have the right to:
- Withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time
- Access information about cookies and data processing
- Request deletion of your cookie data
- Object to the use of cookies for marketing purposes
- Lodge a complaint with the Finnish Data Protection Authority
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our online learning platform, legal requirements, or cookie practices. We will notify active learners of any material changes through our platform notifications or email updates.
Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
For data protection matters, you may also contact the Finnish Data Protection Authority (Tietosuojavaltuutettu) at tietosuoja.fi