Introduction

SQL Practice Online ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website sql-practice.online and use our free SQL learning platform.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and general location information
• Browser type and version
• Device information and screen resolution
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information
• SQL queries you write and execute (stored locally, not transmitted)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads (Google AdSense)
• Affiliate Cookies: Track clicks and conversions from affiliate links (Impact.com and other affiliate networks)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing and improving our SQL learning platform
• Analyzing user behavior to enhance user experience
• Displaying relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Monitoring and preventing fraud and abuse
• Complying with legal obligations
• Communicating important updates (if you subscribe to our newsletter)

Third-Party Services

Google AdSense and Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites on the Internet.

Third-Party Ad Serving: Google and other third-party vendors use cookies to serve ads based on your past visits to this website and other sites across the Internet. These cookies enable Google and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.

Opt-Out Options: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

• Google Ads Settings - Control your ad preferences
• Google's Ads Privacy Policy - Learn how Google uses data
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out - Opt out of interest-based advertising
• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out - Additional opt-out options

Other Google Services

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
• Google Fonts: Provides web fonts for better typography

Vercel Analytics

We use Vercel Analytics to monitor website performance and user interactions.

Affiliate Marketing Networks

We participate in affiliate marketing programs, including Impact.com, to promote educational courses and resources. These programs may use cookies and tracking technologies to:

• Track clicks on affiliate links
• Monitor conversions and purchases made through our affiliate links
• Attribute commissions to our website
• Provide analytics about affiliate link performance

When you click on an affiliate link, the affiliate network may place cookies on your device to track your activity. These cookies help determine if a purchase or sign-up was made through our referral. For more information about our affiliate relationships, please see our Affiliate Disclosure page.

Data Storage and Security

• Your SQL practice data is stored locally in your browser
• We do not store your SQL queries on our servers
• We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information
• We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties

Your Rights and Choices

• Cookie Control: You can disable cookies in your browser settings
• Opt-out of Analytics: Use browser extensions or Google's opt-out tools
• Ad Personalization: Control ad preferences through Google Ad Settings
• Data Access: Contact us to request information about data we have collected

Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

International Users

If you are accessing our service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: