Cookies Policy.

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences — like staying logged in, remembering items in a form, or knowing whether you've visited before.

This Cookies Policy also applies to similar tracking technologies we may use, including web beacons (also called pixel tags), local storage objects, and software development kits (SDKs). For simplicity, we refer to all of these collectively as "cookies" throughout this policy.

We use cookies to:

• Make our website function properly (essential cookies);
• Remember your preferences and settings between visits;
• Keep you securely signed in if you have an account;
• Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it;
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing and outreach;
• Protect against fraud and security threats;
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

Strictly Necessary Cookies Always Active

These cookies are required for the website to function. They enable core features like page navigation, secure logins, registration, and access to protected areas. Without them, the site cannot operate properly. You cannot opt out of these cookies through this site, but you can block them in your browser at the cost of losing site functionality.

Functional Cookies Optional

These cookies allow our site to remember choices you make — for example, your language, your region, or form data you've started filling out. They make your experience more personalized but are not strictly required.

Analytics Cookies Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve site performance, content, and user experience.

Marketing & Advertising Cookies Optional

These cookies may be set through our site by us or by our third-party advertising partners. They are used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other websites, and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

The following table lists the primary categories of cookies and tracking technologies you may encounter on our site. Specific cookie names and durations may change over time, but the categories and purposes remain consistent.

Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services, not by DC Unifieds directly. These include:

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) that help us measure site performance;
• Payment processors that handle registration transactions;
• Social media platforms when content from Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or similar services is embedded on our pages;
• Audition platforms (such as Acceptd) that we use to manage submissions;
• Customer support and communication tools.

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which govern their use of any data collected through their cookies. DC Unifieds is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their policies directly:

• Google Cookies & Similar Technologies
• Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Cookies Policy
• Acceptd Privacy Policy

Cookies fall into two general categories based on how long they last:

Session Cookies Temporary

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted automatically when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate the site — for example, keeping you logged in or remembering items in a registration form.

Persistent Cookies Stored

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (ranging from a few days to several years) or until you delete them manually. They are used to remember your preferences, recognize you as a returning visitor, and improve your experience over time.

You have several ways to manage cookies on our site:

Through Your Browser

Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies. The exact steps vary by browser:

Opt Out of Analytics & Advertising

You can opt out of specific tracking by major providers:

• Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
• Industry-wide opt-out: Visit the Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance
• Mobile devices: Use the "Limit Ad Tracking" setting on iOS or "Opt out of Ads Personalization" on Android

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that, when enabled, sends a signal to websites requesting that they not track your activity. Because there is currently no industry-standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, our site does not respond to DNT signals at this time.

However, you can still manage your tracking preferences using the methods described in Section 7.

Because our programs serve students preparing for college — many of whom are minors — we take special care with respect to data collection from individuals under 18.

• Registration and personal data collection for minors must be completed by a parent or legal guardian;
• We do not knowingly use marketing cookies or behavioral advertising targeted at children under 13;
• Parents may review and request deletion of any data collected from their child by contacting us directly.

For more information on our practices regarding minors, please review our Privacy Policy.

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding cookies and the personal data they collect, including:

• Access — request a copy of the data we have collected about you;
• Correction — request that we correct inaccurate data;
• Deletion — request deletion of your data, where applicable;
• Opt-out — opt out of non-essential tracking;
• Withdraw consent — withdraw previously given consent for optional cookies.

Virginia residents have rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA). California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). EU and UK residents have rights under GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@dcunifieds.com.

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the tools we use, or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice (such as a banner on our website).

Your continued use of our website after we publish changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use tracking technologies, please reach out: