ISTQB® Cookies Policy
1. Introduction
1.4 Other than for Google Analytics cookies for which we seek your explicit consent, by using the ISTQB® website you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with the terms of this Cookie Policy and the ISTQB® privacy notice (https://www.istqb.org/privacy-notice-a-terms-of-use.html).
2. About cookies
2.4 We do not ask your permission for the use of necessary cookies and functional cookies which are necessary for the operation of the website and to ensure that the website functions properly. However, the use of performance and analysis cookies and social media cookies require your consent which we collect via our cookie banner on the ISTQB.org homepage. Performance and analysis cookies collect information about the way visitors use our website. This is done with the intention to improve the content of our websites, to further adapt it to the wishes of the visitors and to increase the usability of our websites. Websites may also implement so-called embedded elements (“social media buttons”) of other third parties, such as YouTube, Twitter and Facebook. Such cookies are referred to as “social media cookies” and are used to integrate social media into the website via plug-ins. These third parties may be able to install their cookies on your device and subsequently gather information relating to your online activities, due to the fact that your browser connects to their web servers to retrieve that content.
3. Our cookies
Our website uses WordPress, a popular content management system. To ensure a smooth user experience, WordPress automatically sets a temporary session cookie on your device. This cookie is essential for maintaining your session and allowing you to navigate our website seamlessly.
What is a Session Cookie?
A session cookie is a temporary file that is stored on your device only for the duration of your website visit. It is automatically deleted when you close your browser or when your session expires.
Why Do We Use Session Cookies?
Session cookies are used to:
- Maintain User Sessions: Keep track of your interaction with our website, such as the pages you visit and the actions you take.
- Enhance User Experience: Provide a personalized experience by remembering your preferences and settings.
- Security: Help protect your account and prevent unauthorized access.
Please note: This cookie does not collect any personal information about you.
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected]
The ISTQB® website uses Google Analytics. Google Analytics is a service which uses cookies to help website owners monitor the number of people that visit their website and to analyse how they use it. Google Analytics provides basic information such as how many people have visited a website, which pages they viewed and the average time people spent on a given site.
The information generated by the Google Analytics cookie about your use of the ISTQB® website is transmitted to Google and information will be stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of our website, compiling reports on website activity and providing other services relating to the ISTQB® website activity and internet usage.
You can read Google’s overview of privacy and safeguarding data here.
| Cookie Name | Expiration Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | 2 years | Used to distinguish users |
| _gid | 24 hours | Used to distinguish users |
| _gat | 1 minutes | Used to throttle request rate |
| 1P_JAR CONSENT NID | 1 month | Google ReCaptcha |
| cookieconsent_status | 1 year | allow | deny – if cookies banner has been already accepted or not |
The __cfduid cookie is used to override any security restrictions based on the IP address the visitor is coming from. For example, if the visitor is in a coffee shop where there are a bunch of infected machines, but the visitor’s machine is known trusted, then the cookie can override the security setting. It does not correspond to any userid in the web application, nor does the cookie store any personally identifiable information. Note: This cookie is strictly necessary for site security operations and can’t be turned off.
As indicated above, ISTQB® uses cookies for the purposes set out in this Cookie Policy. Please note that third parties may also set cookies when you visit our Website. This is because our Website contains links, such as for instance social media buttons, from third parties. These third parties may be able to install their cookies on your device and subsequently gather information relating to your online activities, due to the fact that your browser connects to their web servers to retrieve that content. Please note that this Cookie Policy applies only to the cookies that we collect through this website and that we cannot be responsible for cookies that third parties may collect, store and use. You should always carefully read the privacy notice of each website you visit.
Keep in mind that disabling cookies may result in certain graphic elements or applications on the website working less well. ISTQB® does everything necessary to guarantee the proper functioning of the website. Certain elements of the website, however, require the use of cookies.