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Cookie Policy

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Revision dates

Effective Date: 28-Apr-2024
Last Updated: 28-Apr-2024

This cookie policy applies to the following sites:

 

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them, the types of cookies we use i.e, the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used, and how to manage the cookie settings.

Cookies are small text files that are used to store small pieces of information. They are stored on your device when the website is loaded on your browser. These cookies help us make the website function properly, make it more secure, provide better user experience, and understand how the website performs and to analyze what works and where it needs improvement.

We use minimal, purpose-driven data storage to deliver a seamless and secure experience.

  1. No Unnecessary Tracking
    We **do not** use cookies for advertising, analytics, or behavioral tracking.
  2. Session-Based Navigation (Essential – No Consent Required)
  3. We use a **temporary session ID** to remember which training program page you were viewing.
  4. This session:
    • Is created automatically when you visit a training program
    • Stores only the page URL and your login status
    • Is used to return you to the correct page after login
    • **Expires after 30 minutes of inactivity**
    • Is required to access restricted training content
    • Does **not** collect personal data unless you are logged in
    • This is necessary for the site to function and does not require consent.
  5. Browser Fingerprinting (Optional – Consent Required)

    • Recognize your device across different logins.

    • Restore your last visited training page even after logging out

    • Provide a seamless experience across sessions

    • This data:

      • Is stored as `fp_consent` in a **first-party cookie** and in our **secure database**

      • Is only collected if you click “Accept” and enable “Preferences

      • Can be withdrawn at any time by:
        – Clearing your browser data
        – Logging out
        – Disabling “Preferences” in the consent banner

  6.  Location & Language (Essential – No Consent Required):

    • **Logged-in users**: Your country and language are stored securely in our database to personalize content.

    • **Anonymous users**: We store your **approximate country** (from IP) and **visit count** for 30 days to optimize content delivery.

    • This data is **anonymous**, **temporary**, and **expires automatically**.

  7. Data Minimization & Security.
    • We follow the **data minimization principle** — only storing what is necessary.
    • All data is protected with reasonable security measures.
    • We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we take all practical steps to protect your information.

You can change your cookie preferences any time by clicking the above button. This will let you revisit the cookie consent banner and change your preferences or withdraw your consent right away.

In addition to this, different browsers provide different methods to block and delete cookies used by websites. You can change the settings of your browser to block/delete the cookies. Listed below are the links to the support documents on how to manage and delete cookies from the major web browsers.

Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050

Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-in/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac

Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox?redirectslug=delete-cookies-remove-info-websites-stored&redirectlocale=en-US

Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-delete-cookie-files-in-internet-explorer-bca9446f-d873-78de-77ba-d42645fa52fc

If you are using any other web browser, please visit your browser’s official support documents.