Cookie Policy

तंत्रकुल की कुकीज़ नीति

Last Updated: August 20, 2025 · tantragurukul.org
What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience and improve our services.

1. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important purposes:

  • Essential Functions: Making our website work properly
  • User Experience: Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Security: Protecting your account and preventing fraud
  • Analytics: Understanding how our website is used
  • Performance: Improving website speed and functionality

Purpose: Cookies help us provide you with the best possible experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Note: Cookie duration varies based on type and purpose.

3. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly:

  • Authentication: Keep you logged in during your session
  • Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
  • Session Management: Maintain your current session state
  • Form Data: Remember information you've entered
  • Language Preferences: Store your language choice

Important: These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for website functionality.

4. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how our website is used:

Google Analytics:
  • Page views and user behavior
  • Traffic sources and demographics
  • Website performance metrics
  • Error tracking and debugging
Performance Monitoring:
  • Page load times
  • User interaction patterns
  • Mobile vs desktop usage
  • Browser compatibility

Benefit: This data helps us improve your experience.

5. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings:

  • User Preferences: Language, currency, timezone
  • Login Status: Remember if you're logged in
  • Form Data: Auto-fill information you've entered
  • Display Settings: Theme, layout preferences
  • Notification Settings: Email, SMS preferences

Convenience: These cookies make your experience more personalized.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

Payment Services:
  • Razorpay (payment processing)
  • Stripe (alternative payments)
  • Security and fraud prevention
Social Media:
  • Facebook (sharing and analytics)
  • Twitter (social integration)
  • YouTube (video content)

Note: Third-party cookies have their own privacy policies.

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings:
  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies → Block all
Cookie Consent:
  • Accept all cookies
  • Accept essential only
  • Customize preferences
  • Withdraw consent anytime

Control: You can change your preferences at any time.

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience:

Essential Cookies:
  • Website may not function properly
  • Login sessions may not work
  • Forms may not submit correctly
  • Security features may be impaired
Functional Cookies:
  • Preferences won't be remembered
  • You'll need to re-enter information
  • Personalization will be limited
  • Some features may not work

Recommendation: Keep essential cookies enabled for best experience.

9. Cookie Consent

We obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies:

  • Clear Information: We explain what cookies we use and why
  • Granular Control: You can choose which types to accept
  • Easy Withdrawal: You can withdraw consent anytime
  • Transparency: We're clear about third-party cookies
  • Regular Updates: We review and update our cookie policy

Your Choice: You have full control over non-essential cookies.

10. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time:

  • Technology Changes: New cookie technologies or services
  • Legal Requirements: Changes in privacy laws
  • Service Updates: New features requiring cookies
  • User Feedback: Improvements based on user input
  • Regular Reviews: Annual policy review and updates

Notification: Significant changes will be communicated to users.

11. Contact and Support

For questions about our Cookie Policy:

  • Email: privacy@tantragurukul.org
  • Phone: +91-1353531656
  • Address: 137, THDC Colony Banjarawala, Dehradun, India
  • Response Time: Within 24 hours
  • Office Hours: Mon - Sun: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM IST
  • Website: tantragurukul.org

Help: We're here to help you understand and manage cookies.

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

Accept All
Allow all cookies for full functionality
Customize
Choose which cookies to accept
Essential Only
Accept only necessary cookies
Your Privacy, Your Choice

We believe in transparency and giving you control over your data. Our Cookie Policy explains exactly how we use cookies and how you can manage them. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.