ScholarCookie Policy
We use cookies to keep you logged in, remember your preferences, and understand how our platform is used — so we can make it better for everyone.
🍪 Manage Your Cookie Preferences
Control which cookies ScholarX uses. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember information about your visit — such as whether you're logged in, your language preference, or how you arrived at the site.
Cookies are not viruses or harmful programs. They cannot execute code or carry viruses. They are simply data files that help websites function correctly and provide a better experience for users.
ScholarX uses only the cookies necessary to provide our educational service. We do not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies of any kind.
Types of Cookies We Use
ScholarX uses three categories of cookies. The table below provides full transparency on every cookie we set:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
sx_session |
Essential | Keeps you logged in during your session | Session (expires on close) |
sx_auth_token |
Essential | Secure authentication token for account access | 30 days |
sx_csrf |
Essential | Cross-site request forgery protection | Session |
sx_analytics |
Analytics | Tracks anonymised page visits and feature usage | 12 months |
sx_perf |
Analytics | Measures page load times and error rates | 3 months |
sx_prefs |
Functional | Stores your UI preferences (dark mode, language) | 12 months |
sx_last_course |
Functional | Remembers your last-visited course for quick resume | 7 days |
We do not set any advertising, remarketing, or third-party tracking cookies. No external advertising networks have access to ScholarX user data through cookies.
How to Control Cookies
You have multiple ways to manage cookies on ScholarX and in your browser. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.
On ScholarX
Use the preference panel at the top of this page to enable or disable analytics and functional cookies at any time. Your choices are saved immediately.
In Your Browser
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
- Mobile browsers: Check your browser's privacy settings in the app menu
Blocking all cookies in your browser will prevent you from logging into ScholarX, as essential session cookies are required for authentication. We recommend only disabling optional cookie categories using our preference panel above.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we change the types of cookies we use or introduce new technologies. Any updates will be reflected by a new "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
For significant changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our platform. Continued use of ScholarX after such notice constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@scholarx.pk
Still Have Questions?
Our privacy team is happy to explain how any specific cookie works or how to manage your preferences.