Last updated: February 27, 2026
Fortic AB, org.nr 556852-0042, ("we", "us") operates StudentCompetitions.com. This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They enable essential functionality and help us understand how visitors interact with our site.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for the site to function. Always active — no consent required.
| Cookie | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| studentcompetitions_session | 2 hours | Session state, multi-step forms, login |
| XSRF-TOKEN | 2 hours | Cross-site request forgery protection |
| sc_cookie_consent | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent choice |
Functional Cookies
Improve usability by remembering your choices. Set under legitimate interest.
| Cookie | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| sc_subscriber_email | 1 year | Remembers that you have already subscribed |
| sc_ab_group | 30 days | Assigns a consistent A/B test group |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site. These cookies are only set after you explicitly consent via our cookie banner.
| Cookie | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | 2 years | Distinguishes unique visitors |
| _ga_* | 2 years | Maintains Google Analytics session state |
Third-Party Cookies
Stripe
May set cookies for security and fraud prevention during payment. See Stripe's cookie policy.
Cloudflare Turnstile
May set cookies for bot protection. See Cloudflare's privacy policy.
Google Consent Mode V2
We implement Google Consent Mode V2 to respect your privacy choices:
Default
Analytics denied until you consent
Your choice
Banner updates your preferences in real time
No impact
Declining analytics doesn't affect site functionality
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our site, a cookie banner appears at the bottom of the page. You can:
- 1 Accept all — enables analytics cookies
- 2 Reject all — only essential cookies are set
- 3 Change later — click "Cookie settings" in the footer at any time
Manage cookies in your browser:
Legal Basis
| Cookie type | Legal basis |
|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Legitimate interest (no consent required) |
| Functional | Legitimate interest (no consent required) |
| Analytics | Explicit consent (required before set) |
Your Rights
Under GDPR you can access, withdraw consent, request deletion, or lodge a complaint with the Swedish Data Protection Authority (IMY). See our privacy policy for full details.