Legal Document

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Dronacharya.ai uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform.

Last updated: December 15, 2024

1What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing history.

At Dronacharya.ai, we use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage and session storage) to enhance your experience on our educational platform.

2Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our Platform:

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Platform. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure login, and access to protected areas.

  • Authentication and session management
  • Security tokens and CSRF protection
  • Load balancing for server performance

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.

  • Theme preferences (light/dark mode)
  • Language and region settings
  • Recently viewed questions or topics
  • Study progress and bookmarks

3. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform, allowing us to improve our services.

  • Page views and navigation patterns
  • Feature usage statistics
  • Error tracking and performance monitoring
  • A/B testing for new features

4. Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. We minimize the use of marketing cookies.

  • Conversion tracking for paid campaigns
  • Retargeting for returning visitors (if applicable)

3Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a list of specific cookies used on Dronacharya.ai:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
session_idUser authenticationSession
csrf_tokenSecurity protectionSession
theme_preferenceLight/dark mode setting1 year
_gaGoogle Analytics visitor ID2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics session ID24 hours
cookie_consentRecords your cookie preferences1 year

4Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Platform are set by third-party services that we use. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies:

  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our Platform. Google Privacy Policy
  • Payment Providers: Our payment processors may set cookies for fraud prevention and secure transactions.
  • Authentication Services: If you sign in with Google or other providers, they may set their own cookies.

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.

5Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete specific or all cookies
  • Block all or certain cookies
  • Set preferences for first-party vs third-party cookies

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please be aware that disabling or blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Platform:

  • Essential cookies: Disabling these will prevent you from logging in and accessing protected features.
  • Functional cookies: Your preferences (like theme settings) will not be remembered between visits.
  • Analytics cookies: Disabling these will not affect your experience but limits our ability to improve the Platform.

We recommend keeping essential and functional cookies enabled for the best experience.

7Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other storage technologies:

  • Local Storage: Stores data with no expiration date. Used for caching question data for faster loading.
  • Session Storage: Stores data for one session only. Cleared when you close your browser tab.
  • IndexedDB: May be used to store larger amounts of data for offline access to study materials.

These technologies are subject to the same privacy considerations as cookies and can be managed through your browser settings.

8Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. For significant changes, we may also provide additional notice, such as a banner on our Platform.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

9Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 business days.

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