Cookie Policy
We believe in transparency about how we collect and use data on beamspark.life. This policy explains what tracking technologies we use and why.
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
When you visit our website, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and understand how you interact with our content. Think of cookies as small notes that help us remember your preferences and make your next visit smoother.
We're not interested in collecting unnecessary data. Everything we track serves a specific purpose—whether that's keeping you logged in, understanding which pages are most helpful, or making sure our site works properly on your device.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are tiny text files that websites store on your device. When you visit beamspark.life, your browser saves these files. Next time you come back, the website reads them to recognize you.
Some cookies disappear when you close your browser (we call these "session cookies"). Others stick around longer (these are "persistent cookies") so we can remember things like your language preference or login status.
Beyond traditional cookies, we also use:
- Web beacons – Small transparent images that help us track page views
- Local storage – A way to save information directly in your browser
- Analytics scripts – Code that measures how people use our site
- Pixel tags – Similar to web beacons, these help us understand user behavior
Types of Tracking We Use
Essential Cookies
These keep the website functioning. Without them, you couldn't navigate between pages or use basic features.
For example, when you log into your BeamSpark account, an essential cookie remembers who you are as you move through different pages. Turn these off and the site basically breaks.
Functional Cookies
These remember your choices and personalize your experience. If you select English as your preferred language, a functional cookie saves that preference.
They also remember things like whether you've dismissed certain notifications or which layout view you prefer for course materials.
Analytical Cookies
We use these to understand what's working and what isn't. They tell us which pages get the most traffic, where people spend time, and where they encounter problems.
This data is anonymized—we see patterns and trends, not individual users. It helps us make better decisions about content and site improvements.
Marketing Cookies
These track your interests across our site so we can show you relevant course recommendations. They also help us measure whether our educational outreach actually reaches people.
If you've looked at React Native courses, we might suggest related content that could interest you. Nothing creepy—just helpful suggestions based on what you've already explored.
How Cookies Improve Your Experience
Here's what actually happens behind the scenes:
When you first visit our course catalog, analytical cookies help us see which topics attract the most attention. If we notice many visitors spending time on mobile app development pages, we know there's real interest there. That insight shapes future content decisions.
Functional cookies remember if you prefer dark mode or light mode. You set it once, and the site respects that choice every time you return. Small thing, but it makes your experience feel more personal.
Essential cookies handle the technical stuff—maintaining your session when you're working through course materials, keeping items in your inquiry list, ensuring secure communication between your browser and our servers.
Real Examples From Our Site
Say you're browsing information about our React Native curriculum. You read a few articles, check out some sample projects, maybe watch a preview video. Marketing cookies note these interests.
Later, when you return to the homepage, we can highlight related content you haven't seen yet—maybe an upcoming workshop or a new case study from a similar project. You're not bombarded with random suggestions; you see things that actually connect to what you've already shown interest in.
Taking Control of Your Tracking Preferences
You're not stuck with our default settings. Most browsers let you manage or block cookies entirely.
Keep in mind that blocking all cookies will affect functionality. You might need to log in repeatedly, your preferences won't save, and some features simply won't work. But if privacy matters more to you than convenience, you have that option.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Most browsers also offer a "Do Not Track" signal, though not all websites honor it. We respect this preference for non-essential tracking when possible.
How Long We Keep Cookie Data
Different cookies have different lifespans based on what they do:
| Cookie Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Session cookies | Deleted when you close your browser |
| Essential functional cookies | Up to 12 months |
| Analytical cookies | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing preference cookies | Up to 13 months |
After these periods expire, the data is automatically deleted. You can also clear your cookies manually at any time through your browser settings, which immediately removes all stored data.
Third-Party Tracking
Some cookies on our site come from external services we use. For instance, if we embed a video from a hosting platform or use an analytics service, those providers might set their own cookies.
We're careful about which third parties we work with, but once their cookies are set, they're governed by those companies' privacy policies, not just ours. You can usually block third-party cookies specifically in your browser settings while still allowing first-party cookies from beamspark.life.
Changes to This Policy
Technology evolves, and so do our practices. When we update this policy, we'll change the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
If we make significant changes—like adding new types of tracking or working with new third-party services—we'll notify active users through email or a prominent notice on the website.
Questions About Our Cookie Use?
If something here isn't clear, or if you want to know more about how we handle your data, we're happy to explain. Reach out through any of these channels:
BeamSpark
No. 834-2號, Chengqing Rd
Niaosong District, Kaohsiung City
Taiwan 833
Phone: +886903104055