Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 7, 2025

DPDP Act 2023 Compliant Cookie Management

This Cookie Policy explains our use of cookies and similar technologies in compliance with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP) 2023 and related regulations.

Cookie Consent Management

We use a registered consent management system as required by DPDP Act 2023. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the controls below:

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and enabling essential website functionality.

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. These are essential for website functionality during your visit.

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. These remember your preferences between visits.

DPDP Act 2023 Compliance

Under India's DPDP Act 2023, we obtain your explicit, informed, and unambiguous consent before storing any cookies that process personal data. You have full control over your cookie preferences.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose Duration Consent Required
Essential Cookies Website functionality, security, load balancing Session/1 year Not Required
Analytics Cookies Website performance analysis, user behavior insights 2 years Required
Functional Cookies Language preferences, theme settings, form data 1 year Required
Marketing Cookies Advertising personalization, conversion tracking 1-2 years Required

3. Specific Cookies Used on Our Website

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

session_id - Maintains your session state during website navigation
Duration: Session only | Provider: VirtualAppStudio
csrf_token - Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
Duration: Session only | Provider: VirtualAppStudio
cookie_consent - Remembers your cookie preference choices
Duration: 1 year | Provider: VirtualAppStudio

Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)

_ga - Google Analytics visitor identification
Duration: 2 years | Provider: Google Analytics
_ga_* - Google Analytics session identification
Duration: 2 years | Provider: Google Analytics
_gid - Google Analytics daily visitor identification
Duration: 24 hours | Provider: Google Analytics

Functional Cookies (Consent Required)

theme_preference - Remembers your light/dark theme choice
Duration: 1 year | Provider: VirtualAppStudio
language_preference - Stores your language selection
Duration: 1 year | Provider: VirtualAppStudio
form_data - Saves form progress to prevent data loss
Duration: 7 days | Provider: VirtualAppStudio

Marketing Cookies (Consent Required)

_gcl_au - Google Ads conversion tracking
Duration: 90 days | Provider: Google Ads
conversion_data - Tracks conversion events and attribution
Duration: 30 days | Provider: VirtualAppStudio

4. Third-Party Cookies and Services

We use trusted third-party services that may place cookies on your device. All third-party providers comply with applicable data protection laws and have appropriate privacy safeguards.

Google Services

  • Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
  • Google Ads: Conversion tracking and remarketing
  • Google Fonts: Web font delivery
  • reCAPTCHA: Spam and bot protection
View Google Privacy Policy →

Social Media & Communication

  • WhatsApp Business: Customer communication
  • Facebook Pixel: Social media advertising (if consent given)
  • LinkedIn Insights: B2B marketing analytics
  • YouTube: Video content embedding

Each service has its own privacy policy and cookie management.

International Data Transfers

Some third-party services may transfer your data outside India. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by the DPDP Act 2023, including adequacy decisions and standard contractual clauses where applicable.

5. Cookie Consent Management

Your Consent Rights Under DPDP Act 2023

Your consent must be freely given, specific, informed, unconditional, and unambiguous. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

5.1 How We Obtain Consent

  • Clear Cookie Banner: Prominent notice explaining cookie use when you first visit
  • Granular Choices: Separate consent options for different cookie categories
  • Plain Language: Easy-to-understand explanations of each cookie type
  • No Pre-ticked Boxes: All consent requires active, affirmative action
  • Separate from Terms: Cookie consent is separate from acceptance of Terms of Service

5.2 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Through Our Website:
• Use the "Manage Cookie Preferences" button
• Available on every page footer
• Real-time preference updates
• Granular control by category
Through Your Browser:
• Browser cookie settings
• Delete existing cookies
• Block future cookies
• Private/incognito browsing

5.3 Withdrawing Consent

You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time through:

Website: Cookie Preference Center (footer of every page)

6. Impact of Your Cookie Choices

Your cookie choices affect your browsing experience. Here's what happens when you accept or reject different types of cookies:

If You Reject All Cookies

Limited Functionality:
  • No saved preferences
  • Repeated login requirements
  • No form data retention
  • Basic website functionality only
Benefits:
  • Enhanced privacy protection
  • No tracking across sites
  • Minimal data collection
  • Faster page loading

If You Accept All Cookies

Enhanced Experience:
  • Personalized content and preferences
  • Saved form data and settings
  • Improved website performance
  • Relevant service recommendations
Service Improvements:
  • Better user experience optimization
  • Targeted support and assistance
  • Performance analytics for improvements
  • Customized service offerings

Granular Cookie Management

You can choose which types of cookies to accept or reject. We recommend accepting essential and functional cookies for the best experience while making informed choices about analytics and marketing cookies based on your privacy preferences.

7. Browser Cookie Controls

All modern browsers allow you to manage cookies directly. Here's how to control cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome

  1. Click the three dots menu → Settings
  2. Go to Privacy and Security → Cookies
  3. Choose your cookie preferences
  4. Manage exceptions and blocked sites

Mozilla Firefox

  1. Click the menu button → Settings
  2. Select Privacy & Security
  3. Under Cookies and Site Data
  4. Choose custom settings

Safari

  1. Safari menu → Preferences
  2. Click the Privacy tab
  3. Select cookie preferences
  4. Manage website data

Microsoft Edge

  1. Click the three dots → Settings
  2. Go to Cookies and site permissions
  3. Select cookies and site data
  4. Configure your preferences

Mobile Browsers

Mobile browsers also offer cookie controls in their settings menus. Look for Privacy, Security, or Site Settings options in your mobile browser settings.

8. Cookie Policy Updates

Keeping You Informed

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, new cookie technologies, or regulatory requirements.

8.1 How We Notify Updates

  • Material Changes: Email notification and prominent website banner
  • Minor Updates: Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy
  • New Cookie Categories: Fresh consent request for new cookie types
  • Regulatory Changes: Immediate compliance updates with user notification

8.2 Version History

Version 2.0 - January 7, 2025: DPDP Act 2023 compliance update
Version 1.5 - August 2023: Enhanced consent management system
Version 1.0 - January 2023: Initial cookie policy

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the information below:

Data Protection Officer

Name: Raj Kumar Sharma

Company Address

VirtualAppStudio
G131, Phase III, Spencer Plaza
Anna Salai, Chennai
Tamil Nadu 600002, India

Response Time

We respond to cookie-related inquiries within 48 hours during business days. For urgent privacy matters, please call our Data Protection Officer directly.

DPDP Act 2023 Compliance Statement

This Cookie Policy is fully compliant with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP) 2023, Information Technology Act 2000, and all applicable Indian data protection regulations. Last updated: January 7, 2025.