Cookie Policy

Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website.

Last updated: October 11, 2025
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1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

In Simple Terms: Cookies are like digital sticky notes that websites leave on your device to remember things about you and your preferences.
Key Characteristics of Cookies:
  • Size: Very small (usually less than 4KB)
  • Content: Plain text information only
  • Security: Cannot execute code or carry viruses
  • Purpose: Enhance user experience
  • Lifespan: Can be temporary or persistent
  • Control: You can manage or delete them

2. How We Use Cookies

Primary Schools uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide you with personalized content and services.

Our Cookie Usage:
Essential Functions
  • Remember your login status
  • Maintain your session
  • Store your preferences
  • Enable core website features
Performance & Analytics
  • Understand how you use our site
  • Improve website performance
  • Analyze user behavior patterns
  • Optimize content and features
Privacy First: We never use cookies to collect personally identifiable information without your explicit consent.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains your session while browsing Session
csrf_token Security protection against attacks Session
cookie_consent Remembers your cookie preferences 1 year

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_analytics_session Tracks page views and user interactions 30 minutes
_page_performance Measures page load times 24 hours
_user_preferences Remembers your search filters and settings 30 days

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
saved_schools Remembers your favorite schools 6 months
search_history Stores recent search queries 7 days
location_preference Remembers your preferred search area 3 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality.

Third-Party Services We Use:
CDN Services

Purpose: Load fonts, icons, and stylesheets

  • Bootstrap CDN
  • Font Awesome CDN
  • Google Fonts (when used)
Map Services

Purpose: Display school locations and maps

  • Interactive school maps
  • Location-based search
  • Driving directions
Note: Third-party cookies are governed by the respective third-party privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for complete information.
Managing Third-Party Cookies

You can control third-party cookies through:

  • Your browser settings
  • Our cookie preference center
  • Third-party opt-out tools
  • Privacy-focused browser extensions

7. Updates to This Policy

Keeping You Informed

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements.

How We Notify You
  • Update the "Last modified" date at the top of this page
  • Display a notification banner for significant changes
  • Send email notifications to registered users (for major updates)
  • Post announcements on our website
What Triggers Updates
  • Changes in cookie usage or technology
  • New legal or regulatory requirements
  • Updates to third-party services
  • User feedback and suggestions
Your Action Required: Continued use of our website after updates means you accept the revised Cookie Policy.
Recent Updates
October 11, 2025

Initial Cookie Policy published with comprehensive coverage of all cookie types and user rights.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us:

Email Contact

Privacy Team: privacy@primary-school.in

General Support: support@primary-school.in

Response Time

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 72 hours.

Data Protection

If you have any concerns about our data protection practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@primary-school.in.

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Understanding Our Cookie Use

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described.

This policy is effective as of the date last updated above.
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