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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

Effective Date: April 20, 2026

Cookie and local-storage usage policy with strict privacy safeguards.

Introduction

01

WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

Cookies are small text files that are placed on Your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when You visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information.

Types of Storage Technologies We Use:

  • Cookies — Small text files stored in Your browser
  • Local Storage — Browser-based storage that persists until explicitly cleared
  • Session Storage — Browser-based storage that is cleared when the browser tab is closed
  • JWT Tokens — Encrypted authentication tokens stored in browser memory or local storage

02

HOW WE USE COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

2.1 Strictly Necessary (Essential)

These are required for the Platform to function. Without these, You cannot log in, navigate, or use core features. These cannot be disabled.

Cookie/TechnologyPurposeDurationType
auth_token (JWT)Stores Your encrypted authentication session so You remain logged in1 Year (Mobile App default)Local Storage
refresh_tokenUsed to silently refresh expired authentication tokens30 daysHTTP-Only Cookie
csrf_tokenProtects against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacksSessionCookie
session_idMaintains server-side session stateSessionCookie
tenant_slugIdentifies which tenant website is being accessedSessionSession Storage
user_roleStores Your assigned role (student/faculty/admin) for RBAC enforcementSessionLocal Storage
theme_preferenceStores Your chosen theme (light/dark mode)Persistent (1 year)Local Storage

2.2 Functional

These enhance Your experience by remembering preferences and settings. You may disable these, but some features may not work optimally.

Cookie/TechnologyPurposeDurationType
language_prefRemembers Your preferred language1 yearLocal Storage
sidebar_stateRemembers if the dashboard sidebar is collapsed or expandedPersistentLocal Storage
notification_dismissedTracks which notification banners You have dismissedSessionSession Storage
last_visited_pageRemembers the last page You visited for navigation continuitySessionSession Storage
font_size_prefStores Your preferred font size setting (accessibility feature)PersistentLocal Storage

2.3 Performance and Analytics

These help Us understand how Users interact with the Platform, identify errors, and improve performance. No personally identifiable information is collected through these technologies.

Cookie/TechnologyPurposeDurationType
_ga / _gid (if enabled)Google Analytics — anonymized page view tracking, session duration, device type2 years / 24 hoursCookie
error_log_sessionCaptures frontend error logs for debuggingSessionSession Storage
perf_metricsStores page load performance data for monitoringSessionLocal Storage

Important: We currently do not use Google Analytics or any third-party analytics cookies. If We decide to implement analytics in the future, this Policy will be updated, and You will be notified.

2.4 What We Do NOT Use

We want to be completely transparent:

  • ❌ No advertising cookies — We do not serve ads on the Platform
  • ❌ No third-party tracking cookies — We do not allow third-party advertisers to place cookies on the Platform
  • ❌ No social media tracking pixels — We do not embed Facebook Pixel, Twitter Pixel, or any social media tracking
  • ❌ No cross-site tracking — We do not track Your activity across other websites
  • ❌ No fingerprinting — We do not use browser or device fingerprinting techniques
  • ❌ No retargeting — We do not use cookies for retargeting or behavioral advertising

03

COOKIES ON TENANT WEBSITES

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

Tenant websites (e.g., collegename.classgrid.in) use a minimal set of cookies:

Cookie/TechnologyPurposeDuration
tenant_themeStores the tenant's custom primary color for consistent renderingSession
visitor_sessionAnonymous session tracking for visitor count analytics (no PII)Session

Tenant websites do not place any third-party tracking, advertising, or analytics cookies unless the Tenant Organization has explicitly integrated external services (e.g., Google Analytics through custom code, which is not provided by Classgrid by default).

Note: If a tenant website embeds YouTube videos or Google Maps, those third-party services may set their own cookies. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for details on their cookie practices.

04

COOKIES ON THE MOBILE APP

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

The Classgrid mobile application (Android/iOS) does not use traditional browser cookies. Instead, it uses:

  • Secure Token Storage — Authentication tokens (JWT) are stored in the device's secure storage (Android Keystore / iOS Keychain)
  • App Preferences — User preferences (theme, notification settings) are stored using the device's native preferences system (SharedPreferences on Android / UserDefaults on iOS)

These are functionally equivalent to cookies but are managed entirely within the mobile app's sandboxed environment and are not accessible by other apps or websites.

05

MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through Your browser settings. Most browsers allow You to:

  • View what cookies are stored on Your device
  • Delete individual cookies or all cookies
  • Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

Instructions for popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

5.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If You disable essential cookies:

  • You will not be able to log in to the Platform
  • The ERP dashboard will not function
  • Tenant websites will load but without personalization

If You disable functional cookies:

  • Your preferences (theme, sidebar state) will not be remembered
  • You may need to reconfigure settings each time You visit

5.3 Local Storage and Session Storage

Unlike traditional cookies, Local Storage and Session Storage cannot be managed through standard browser cookie settings. To clear these:

  • Open browser Developer Tools (F12)
  • Navigate to Application → Local Storage / Session Storage
  • Delete specific entries or clear all

06

DATA COLLECTED THROUGH COOKIES

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

6.1 What We Collect

Through essential and functional cookies, We may process:

  • Your authentication status (logged in / logged out)
  • Your user role (student, faculty, admin)
  • Your UI preferences (theme, sidebar state, font size)
  • The tenant website being accessed

6.2 What We Do NOT Collect

  • No personal information (name, email, phone) is stored in cookies
  • No browsing history beyond the Platform is tracked
  • No cookies are used for profiling, advertising, or selling data

07

CHILDREN AND COOKIES

Last Updated: April 20, 2026
  • Essential cookies are required for all Users, including minor students, to access the Platform
  • No behavioral or profiling cookies are placed on minor students' devices
  • The Platform complies with the DPDP Act 2023 requirements regarding children's data

08

THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

8.1 Current Third-Party Cookies

As of the date of this Policy, the Platform does not actively place any third-party cookies.

8.2 Embedded Content

Third-party cookies may be set by embedded content on tenant websites:

  • YouTube embeds — YouTube (Google) may set cookies when a video is embedded. We use YouTube's privacy-enhanced mode (`youtube-nocookie.com`) where possible to minimize cookie usage.
  • Google Maps embeds — Google Maps may set cookies when a map is embedded on the contact page.

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third party's cookie policy for details.

09

CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: April 20, 2026

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When We make material changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
  • We will notify Users through the Platform or via email for significant changes
  • Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance

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