Cookies Policy

Effective Date: March 13, 2026

Last Updated: March 13, 2026

This Cookies & Privacy Policy explains how SLM.COM (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://slm.com (the “Site”).

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use personal information more broadly.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser.

They are commonly used to:

1. Enable website functionality
2. Maintain secure sessions
3. Remember preferences
4. Understand how a site is used

Cookies do not give us access to your device or personal files.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They are used to:

1. Maintain authentication and login sessions
2. Protect against security threats
3. Enable core site features

Without these cookies, parts of the Site may not function correctly.

2.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use the Site, such as:

1. Pages visited
2. Time spent on the Site
3. General usage patterns

This information is used in aggregate form to improve performance and usability.

Analytics cookies do not directly identify individual users.

2.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies may remember choices you make, such as:

1. Language preferences
2. Interface settings

Their purpose is to improve your experience.

3. Third‑Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third‑party services that we use, including:

1. Authentication providers (such as Google or Microsoft)
2. Analytics or infrastructure providers

These third parties may process information according to their own privacy policies.

We do not control third‑party cookies.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

1. View stored cookies
2. Delete existing cookies
3. Block cookies entirely

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site, including login and authentication features.

5. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature.

At this time, the Site does not respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for compliance.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies & Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or our use of cookies, please contact:

SLM.COM

Email: privacy@slm.com

Location: Arizona, United States