KabadiwalaOnline.in (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze website performance, deliver personalized content, and maintain platform security. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them, in accordance with GDPR, CCPA, and Indian IT Rules 2021.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, tablet) when you visit a website. They help remember your preferences, login sessions, and browsing actions.

Cookies used on our website may be:

• First-party cookies (set by KabadiwalaOnline.in)
• Third-party cookies (set by service providers such as Google, Meta, or analytics tools)

2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

A) Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They cannot be turned off.

• Login and user authentication
• Security and fraud prevention
• Website navigation and session control

B) Functional Cookies

These enhance your browsing experience.

• Save user preferences
• Remember location and selected settings

C) Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to improve website speed, track usage, and fix issues.

• Google Analytics
• Server monitoring and load analysis

D) Advertising & Marketing Cookies

Used to show personalized ads across Google, Facebook, Instagram, etc.

• Remarketing cookies
• Behavioural advertising cookies
• Conversion tracking cookies

E) Social Media Cookies

These allow sharing content on platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

3. WHAT DATA DO COOKIES COLLECT?

Cookies may collect:

• Device type and browser
• Pages visited and time spent
• IP address (may be anonymized)
• Click behaviour and navigation flow
• Referral information (Google Search, Social Media, etc.)
• Location (approx, non-precise)

4. CONSENT (GDPR COMPLIANT)

When you first visit KabadiwalaOnline.in, a Cookie Banner will appear.

By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of all non-essential cookies.

You may also choose “Reject” or customize your cookie preferences.

Your consent is stored using a secure, GDPR-compliant mechanism for 12 months.

5. HOW TO MANAGE OR DISABLE COOKIES

You can disable cookies anytime through:

• Browser settings
• Cookie preference panel on our website
• Clearing browsing data manually

Disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.

6. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES USED

We may use trusted third-party services such as:

• Google Analytics
• Google Ads (Remarketing)
• Facebook Pixel
• Cloudflare Security Cookies
• WhatsApp Business API
• YouTube Embedded Player
• Payment Gateway Cookies (Razorpay / PayU / Cashfree)

These services have independent privacy and cookie policies.

7. COOKIE DURATION

Cookies may be:

• Session Cookies — deleted when browser closes
• Persistent Cookies — stored for a fixed time (up to 12 months)

8. LEGAL BASIS FOR COOKIE USE

We use cookies based on:

• User consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a))
• Legitimate interest for essential cookies (GDPR Article 6(1)(f))
• Contractual necessity in login or vendor registration processes
• Compliance with Indian IT Rules 2021

9. CHILDREN’S DATA POLICY

Our website is not intended for children below 18.

We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

If you believe a minor has submitted data, contact us for deletion.

10. DATA SECURITY

• All cookies are stored securely
• HTTPS encryption is used site-wide
• Regular security audits, firewalls, and malware scans

11. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in:

• Laws and regulations
• Technology updates
• New website features

Updates will be posted with the “Last Updated” date.