Cookie Policy
Gurukul Home App
Last Updated: 12/02/2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Gurukul Home App ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our website, web application, or related online services.
Cookies help us provide a secure, efficient, and personalized experience for students, parents, teachers, and administrators using the Gurukul Home platform.
By continuing to use our services, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them through your browser or device settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website or use a web-based application.
They help applications:
- Recognize users and sessions
- Remember preferences
- Improve performance
- Enhance security
- Analyze usage patterns
Cookies do not typically contain personally identifiable information, but may be linked with account data where necessary for functionality.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the platform to function properly. They enable:
- Secure login and authentication
- Session management
- User account access
- Security and fraud prevention
Without these cookies, core features of Gurukul Home App may not work.
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember user choices to improve experience, such as:
- Language preferences
- Login session continuity
- Dashboard customization
- School or user settings
3.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the platform so we can improve services. They collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Feature usage
- Error reports
- App performance metrics
Data collected is aggregated and used for service improvement only.
3.4 Security Cookies
Security cookies help:
- Detect suspicious activity
- Prevent unauthorized access
- Protect student and institutional data
- Maintain safe sessions
These are critical for safeguarding minors using the platform.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use trusted third-party service providers for analytics, hosting, or performance monitoring. These providers may place cookies to help us:
- Measure platform usage
- Diagnose technical issues
- Improve reliability
Third parties are required to handle data according to applicable privacy and data protection laws.
We do not allow third-party cookies for behavioral advertising targeted at children.
5. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Maintain secure user sessions
- Enable educational features
- Improve platform performance
- Personalize user experience
- Monitor system stability
- Prevent misuse or fraud
6. Children's Privacy
Gurukul Home App is designed for educational use involving minors under supervision of parents, guardians, or institutions.
Cookies used within the platform:
- Support functionality and safety only
- Do not track children for advertising purposes
- Are limited to operational and educational needs
7. Managing Cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View stored cookies
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.
8. Cookie Retention
Cookies remain on your device for different durations:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Stored for a limited period or until manually deleted
Retention periods depend on operational and security requirements.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or platform functionality. Updates will be posted within the app or on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, contact: