Harshvardhan Seva (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website harshvardhanseva.org.
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, how third parties may use cookies, and your choices regarding cookies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device, store preferences, and improve your browsing experience.
Cookies can be “persistent” (they remain on your device until deleted) or “session” (they are deleted once you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on harshvardhanseva.org for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies – These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without them, some services may not be available.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies – These help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., which pages are visited most often) so we can improve the user experience.
- Functionality Cookies – These remember your preferences (such as language settings) and provide a more personalized experience.
- Advertising / Third-Party Cookies – Occasionally, we may use cookies from trusted third parties (such as Google, Facebook, or payment gateways) to measure the effectiveness of our outreach campaigns.
3. Types of Cookies We May Use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies – Used for login, security, and donation form functions. Cannot be disabled through standard cookie preference settings.
- Performance Cookies – Collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site. Help us improve speed, design, and navigation.
- Functionality Cookies – Store user settings and preferences (like region or language). Allow us to tailor the website to your needs.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies – Track your browsing habits to deliver relevant information. We do not sell your personal data, but third-party providers may set cookies to measure campaign performance.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be set by trusted third-party services that we use. For example:
- Google Analytics – to understand visitor behavior.
- Payment Gateways (Razorpay, PayPal, etc.) – to process secure transactions.
- Social Media Integrations – if you share our pages via platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
These third parties may use their own cookies in line with their own privacy policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over your cookies. You can:
- Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies.
- Use built-in browser tools (“Do Not Track” or private browsing modes).
- Opt out of targeted advertising through platforms such as Google Ads Preferences.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including donation forms and login features.
6. Data Protection and Privacy
Cookies may collect information that could be considered personal data (such as your IP address). Any such information is handled in line with our [Privacy Policy]. We do not use cookies to store sensitive personal information such as payment details, passwords, or contact information.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Any updates will be posted on this page with the “Last updated” date at the top.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us using the contact page.