Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
IndianTaxPert.com
This Cookie Policy explains how IndianTaxPert.com (“Indian Tax Pert”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or use our website and services.
We use cookies to enhance user experience, improve website performance, and ensure secure service delivery in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and other applicable Indian laws.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, or tablet) when you access a website. These files help websites recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit.
There are different types of cookies:
Session Cookies – Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies – Remain on your device for a defined period.
First-Party Cookies – Set directly by our website.
Third-Party Cookies – Set by external services integrated into our website (such as analytics or payment gateways).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
Enable essential website functionality
Maintain secure login sessions
Improve navigation and usability
Understand visitor behavior and site performance
Store user preferences
Ensure website security
Cookies help us provide a seamless and secure browsing experience.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
They support:
Secure login sessions
Protection against fraud and cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
Network load balancing
Basic site functionality
Under the DPDP Act, these cookies do not require consent because they are necessary to deliver requested services.
B. Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering:
Username or login preferences
Language selection
Display preferences
Previously entered form data
While not mandatory for website operation, they improve usability and convenience.
C. Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Click patterns
Error messages
Device and browser type
We may use privacy-focused analytics tools (such as Google Analytics configured with IP anonymisation) to improve website performance and user experience.
Data collected is aggregated and not used to personally identify visitors unless explicitly permitted.
D. Marketing Cookies (If Applicable)
Marketing cookies are only used with your explicit consent. They may be used to:
Deliver relevant advertisements
Measure campaign performance
Limit ad frequency
Track conversion metrics
These cookies are activated only after you choose to allow them via our cookie consent banner.
4. Consent & User Control
When you first visit IndianTaxPert.com, a cookie banner allows you to:
Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customise your preferences
Your preferences are stored for up to 12 months. After that period, you may be asked to review your consent settings again.
We do not activate non-essential cookies until consent is provided.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some services integrated into our website may set their own cookies, including:
Analytics providers
Payment gateways
Customer support tools
Content delivery networks
While we select reputable providers, their cookie practices are governed by their respective privacy policies. We recommend reviewing those policies for more details.
6. Information Collected Through Cookies
Depending on the cookie category, collected data may include:
Browser type and version
Device type
Operating system
IP address (often anonymised)
Pages visited
Time spent on website
Referral sources
Interaction behavior
If cookies process personal data, such processing is governed by our Privacy Policy and protected under applicable law.
7. Cookie Retention Periods
Cookie lifespan depends on purpose:
Session cookies: Deleted when browser closes
Login/authentication cookies: Up to 30 days
Preference cookies: Up to 12 months
Analytics cookies: Typically 1 minute to 2 years (depending on function)
Marketing cookies: Usually 3–6 months (if consented)
You can manually delete cookies anytime through your browser settings.
8. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to:
Block cookies
Delete stored cookies
Receive alerts before cookies are stored
You can adjust cookie settings through your browser’s privacy controls.
Additionally, some third-party services (such as analytics providers) offer opt-out tools for tracking.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
9. Cookies and Personal Data
Most cookies use anonymous identifiers. However, if you are logged into your account, certain cookies may be linked to personal data.
When cookies involve personal data:
Data is encrypted in transit
Secure transmission protocols are used
Access is restricted to authorised personnel
Unnecessary data is periodically deleted
All personal data processing is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the DPDP Act.
10. Mobile Devices
When accessing our website via mobile devices, similar cookie technologies apply.
Mobile browsers generally allow cookie control via settings, though options may vary depending on the device and browser.
We ensure that mobile cookie practices follow the same privacy standards as desktop access.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
Regulatory changes
Technological developments
Operational updates
When significant changes occur, we will:
Update the “Last Updated” date
Provide a notice on our website
Seek renewed consent where legally required
Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy for non-consent-based cookies.
12. Accessibility
We strive to ensure that our cookie consent tools are accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities.
Our cookie banner supports:
Screen readers
Keyboard navigation
Clear and understandable options
If you experience any difficulty managing your cookie preferences, please contact us for assistance.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies or need assistance with managing your preferences, please contact:
📧 Email: help@indiantaxpert.com
(Replace with your official email)
You may also write to us at:
IndianTaxPert
(Add your official business address here)
We aim to respond to cookie-related inquiries within 48 hours.
Acknowledgment
By continuing to use IndianTaxPert.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and agree to our use of cookies in accordance with your selected preferences.
