This GDPR Compliant Cookie Policy (“Policy”) sets out the manner in which Technoidentity (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) deploys and manages cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.technoidentity.com (the “Website”) when accessed by individuals located in the European Economic Area (“EEA”), the United Kingdom (“UK”), or any other jurisdiction where the General Data Protection Regulation applies.
This Policy is intended to provide transparent and comprehensive information regarding:
- The types of cookies and tracking technologies used;
- The purposes for which such technologies are deployed;
- The legal bases relied upon for processing;
- The mechanisms by which consent is obtained and managed; and
- The rights available to data subjects under applicable law.
This Policy forms an integral part of the Company’s GDPR Privacy Policy and should be read in conjunction therewith. In the event of any inconsistency between this Policy and applicable statutory provisions, the later shall prevail.
1. REGULATORY FRAMEWORK AND SCOPE
1.1 That, this Policy is adopted in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and the ePrivacy Directive, as implemented through the national laws of Member States and corresponding UK legislation.
1.2 That, the GDPR governs the processing of personal data of individuals located in the EEA and, as retained in UK law, applies to individuals located in the UK. The ePrivacy Directive complements the GDPR by specifically regulating the use of cookies and similar technologies that store or access information on a user’s device.
1.3 That, this Policy applies to all users who access or interact with the Website from within the EEA or the UK, irrespective of nationality or residency status.
1.4 That, where cookies or similar technologies result in the collection or processing of information that relates to an identifies or identifiable natural person, such information shall constitute Personal Data and shall be processed in accordance with the GDPR.
1.5 That, in processing Personal Data through cookies, the Company adheres to the following core data protection principles:
- Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency – ensuring that processing occurs on a valid legal basis and that users are adequately informed;
- Purpose limitation – collecting data only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes;
- Data minimization – limiting data collection to what is adequate, relevant, and necessary;
- Accuracy – maintaining data accuracy where applicable;
- Storage limitation – retaining data only for as long as necessary;
- Integrity and confidentiality – implementing appropriate security safeguards;
- Accountability – maintaining demonstrable compliance with GDPR obligations.
1.6 That, the Company does not deploy cookies in a manner inconsistent with the principles set forth above, nor does it engage in unlawful tracking or profiling without a valid legal basis.
2. DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this Policy:
2.1 “Cookie” means a small text file placed on a user’s device when accessing a website, enabling the website to recognize the device and store certain information.
2.2 “Personal Data” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, including online identifiers such as IP addresses, cookie identifiers, or device identifiers.
2.3 “Processing” means any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, analysis, transfer, or deletion.
2.4 “Consent” means any freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous indication of the data subject’s wishes by which he or she signifies agreement to the processing of personal data.
3. USE OF COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
3.1 That, the Website uses cookies and comparable tracking technologies to enable its core functionality, enhance user interaction, safeguard system integrity, and improve overall performance. Such technologies assist in delivering content efficiently, maintaining session continuity, and ensuring a secure browsing environment.
3.2 That, in additional to conventional browser-based cookies, the Company may utilize related technologies including, without limitation, web beacons, tracking pixels, embedded scripts, local storage objects, software development kits, and server – side logging mechanisms. These technologies may store or access device-level and interaction-related data automatically when the Website is accessed.
3.3 That, Cookies deployed on the Website may serve distinct operational purposes. Certain cookies are strictly necessary for the technical functioning, security, and stability of the Website, including enabling navigation, managing user sessions, and protecting against fraudulent or malicious activity. Other cookies may be used to measure performance, analyse aggregated usage trends, enhance functionality, or customize user experience, subject to applicable legal requirements.
3.4 That, the Company deploys cookies in a manner that is proportionate to legitimate business objectives and consistent with the principles of data minimization and purpose limitation. Cookies are not used for purposes that are excessive, incompatible with the stated objectives with applicable data protection principles.
3.5 That, where cookies result in the collection of information that qualifies as Personal Dara, such processing shall be carried out in accordance with the GDPR principles of lawfulness, fairness, transparency, storage limitation, integrity and confidentiality.
4. CATEGORIES OF COOKIES
That, the Website may deploy the following categories of cookies:
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Required for core Website functionality;
- Enable security, session integrity, and network management;
- Deployed without prior consent where permitted by law.
4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Collect information regarding Website usage;
- Assist in measuring performance and improving services;
- Deployed only upon valid consent.
4.3 Functional Cookies
- Store user preferences;
- Enable enhances functionality;
- Deployed only upon valid consent where required.
4.4 Third – Party Cookies
- May be place by service providers supporting analytics or infrastructure;
- Subject to the privacy practices of such third parties;
- Deployed only upon valid consent where required.
5. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
5.1 That, the processing of Personal Data through strictly necessary cookies is based on the legal ground that such processing is required to provide the Website and ensure its secure, stable, and efficient operation. These cookies are essential to enable basic functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas, session management, and network administration, as such, they may be deployed without prior consent where permitted under applicable law.
5.2 That, all cookies that are not strictly necessary for the technical performance, analytics, and functional enhancement cookies, shall be deployed only on the basis of valid prior consent obtained in accordance with the GDPR and the ePrivacy framework. Such consent shall be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous.
5.3 The Company does not rely on implied consent, pre-ticked boxes, or inactivity as a basis for processing non-essential cookies. Non-essential cookies shall not be activated until the user has provided an affirmative indication of consent through the designated consent interface.
5.4 That, Users may withdraw or modify their consent at any time through the cookie preferences management tool made available on the Website. Withdrawal of consent shall not affect the lawfulness of processing conducted prior to such withdrawal.
5.5 That, where consent is withdrawn, the Company shall cease processing personal data collected through the relevant non-essential cookies, subject to any lawful retention obligations.
6. CONSENT MECHANISM
6.1 That, upon a user’s initial access to the Website from the EEA or the UK, the Company shall present a clear and prominent cookie consent interface designed to inform the user of the categories of cookies proposed to be deployed and the purposes for which they are used.
6.2 That, except for cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation, security, or technical integrity of the Website, no cookies shall be placed on the user’s device until the user has provided prior, explicit consent in accordance with applicable legal requirement.
6.3 That, the consent mechanism shall be structured to ensure that consent is:
- Freely given, without coercion or conditional access to non-essential features;
- Specific, by enabling users to select distinct categories of cookies rather than providing blanket acceptance.
- Informed, through accessible and intelligible disclosure regarding the nature and purpose of the cookies;
- Unambiguous, requiring an affirmative action such as clicking an acceptance button.
6.4 That, users shall be provided with the ability to accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customize preferences at a granular level.
6.5 That, consent records may be maintained for accountability purposes in order to demonstrate compliance with GDPR requirements.
6.6 That, users shall be able to withdraw or modify their consent at any time through an accessible cookie management tool. Withdrawal of consent shall be implemented promptly and shall not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.
6.7 That, silence, pre-ticked boxes, inactivity, continued browsing, or the mere use of the Website shall not constitute valid consent for the deployment of non-essential cookies.
7. PERSONAL DATA COLLECTED THROUGH COOKIES
7.1 That, cookies and similar technologies may collect technical, device-level, and interaction-related information generated through a user’s access to and use of the Website.
7.2 That, such information may include, without limitation:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address;
- Browser type and version;
- Device identifiers and system configuration;
- Session identifiers;
- Timestamps and duration of visits;
- Pages viewed and navigation paths;
- Referring URLs and interaction metrics
7.3 That, while certain data elements may appear technical in nature, they may constitute Personal Data where they relate to or are capable of identifying an individual, either directly or indirectly, including through combination with other data.
7.4 That, where cookie-derived information qualifies as Personal Data, it shall be processed in accordance with the principles and safeguards set out under the GDPR, including purpose limitation, data minimization, and storage limitation.
7.5 That, the Company does not intentionally use cookies to collect or process special categories of personal data, such as data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health information, or biometric data.
7.6 That, the Company does not engage in automated decision-making or profiling based solely on cookie-derived Personal Data in a manner that produces legal or similarly significant effects on individuals.
8. DATA RETENTION
8.1 That, Cookies deployed on the Website may be configured either as session-based cookies, which expire automatically upon termination of a browsing session, or as persistent cookies, which remain stored on a user’s device for a predefined duration or until manually deleted.
8.2 That, the retention period applicable to each category of cookie depends on its functional purpose, technical configuration, and the legitimate business needs it serves. Strictly necessary cookies typically remain active only for the duration required to ensure secure and uninterrupted Website operation. Performance, analytics, and functional cookies may remain active for longer durations where such persistence is proportionate to the purpose for which consent has been obtained.
8.3 That, Personal Data collected through cookies shall be retained only for as long as is reasonably necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected, including operational, security, analytical, or compliance-related objectives, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted under applicable law.
8.4 That, the Company applies the principle of storage limitation and undertakes periodic reviews to assess whether continued retention of cookie-derived data remains necessary and proportionate.
8.5 That, upon expiry of the applicable retention period, or upon withdrawal of consent where applicable, cookie-derived Personal Data shall be deleted, anonymized, or otherwise securely disposed of, subject to any overriding legal or regulatory obligations.
8.6 That, Users retain the ability to manage and delete persistent cookies at any time through browser settings or the cookie preference management tool made available on the Website. However, deletion of certain cookies may affect the availability of functionality of specific features of the Website.
9. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
9.1 That, Personal Data collected through cookies may be processed, stored, or accessed in jurisdictions outside the EEA or the UK, including in jurisdictions where the Company or its service providers maintain operations or technological infrastructure.
9.2 That, where such cross-border transfers occur, the Company shall ensure that an appropriate and lawful transfer mechanism is in place in accordance with Chapter V of the GDPR.
9.3 That, depending on the destination country and the nature of the transfer, such safeguards may include:
- reliance on a European Commission or UK adequacy decision confirming that the receiving jurisdiction ensures an adequate level of data protection;
- execution of Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or the UK Information Commissioner’s Office;
- implementation of supplementary technical, contractual, or organizational measures where required to ensure essentially equivalent protection;
- any other lawful transfer mechanism recognized under applicable data protection law.
9.4 That, prior to effecting international transfers, the Company may conduct transfer impact assessments where required, in order to evaluate the legal and practical risks associated with the receiving jurisdiction.
9.5 By consenting to the use of non-essential cookies and continuing to use the Website, users acknowledge that their Personal Data may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside the EEA or UK, subject to the safeguards described herein.
10. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
10.1 That where cookies involve the processing of Personal Data, users may exercise rights under GDPR, including:
- The right to access;
- The right to rectification;
- The right to erasure;
- The right to restriction of processing;
- The right to data portability;
- The right to object;
- The right to withdraw consent at any time.
10.2 That, users also have the right to lodge a compliant with a competent supervisory authority.
11. SECURITY MEASURES
11.1 That, the Company implements appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to safeguard Personal Data collected through cookies against unauthorized access, accidental loss, misuse, alteration, or unlawful disclosure.
11.2 That, such measures may include, as appropriate, access controls, secure server environments, encryption protocols, network security safeguards, internal data governance policies, and restricted access on a need -to-know basis. The scope and nature of these measures are proportionate to the volume, sensitivity, and risk profile of the Personal Data processed.
11.3 That, the Company periodically reviews its security practices to ensure continued effectiveness and alignment with applicable legal and industry standards.
11.4 Notwithstanding the foregoing, users acknowledge that no method of electronic transmission, internet communication, or digital storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, while the Company endeavours to implement commercially reasonable safeguards, it cannot warrant absolute security.
12. THIRD – PARTY SERVICES
12.1 That, the Website may incorporate or rely upon third-party tools, platforms, or service providers for purposes including analytics, infrastructure support, security, hosting, content delivery, or other technical operations. Such third parties may deploy cookies or similar technologies in connection with the services they provide.
12.2 That, where third-party services involve the processing of Personal Data, the Company undertakes reasonable due diligence and enters into contractual arrangements, where appropriate, to ensure that such service providers are subject to obligations consistent with applicable data protection laws.
12.3 That, the Company does not control the independent privacy practices of third-party service providers and shall not be responsible for the operation of cookies deployed directly by such parties outside the Company’s systems.
12.4 That, Users are encouraged to review the privacy and cookie policies of relevant third-party providers for further information regarding their data processing practices.
13. AMENDMENTS
13.1 That, the Company reserves the right to amend this Policy to reflect the right to amend this Policy to reflect changes in law regulatory guidance, or operational practices.
13.2 That, updated versions shall be published on the Website and shall take effect upon publication, subject to applicable legal requirements.
14. CONTACT INFORMATION
For any questions regarding this Policy or the Company’s cookie practices, users may contact:
Name:
E-mail: legal@technoidentity.com
This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) describes how Technoidentity (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies in connection with www.technoidentity.com (the “Website”).
This Policy should be read together with the Company’s Privacy Policy and forms part of the overall framework governing the processing of Personal Data through the Website.
1. OBJECTIVE AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
1.1 That, the purpose of this Policy is to provide general information regarding the use of cookies and similar technologies on the Website, including the nature of such technologies and the purposes for which they are deployed.
1.2 That, the Company’s use of cookies is undertaken in accordance with applicable Indian law, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (the “DPDP Act, 2023”) and the Information Technology Act, 2000 (the “IT Act, 2000”), together with rules and notifications issued thereunder with rules and notifications issued thereunder, to the extent applicable.
1.3 That, this Policy is intended to reflect the Company’s commitment to lawful, fair, and transparent data processing practices and shall be interpreted in a manner consistent with applicable statutory requirements.
2. DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this Policy:
2.1 “Cookie” means a small text file placed on a user’s device when visiting a website, enabling recognition of the device and storage of certain information.
2.2 “Personal Data” shall have the meaning assigned under applicable Indian data protection law and includes data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data.
2.3 “Device” includes computers, mobile phones, tablets, or any other internet-enabled device used to access the Website.
2.4 “Processing” includes collection, storage, use, disclosure, or other handling of Personal Data.
3. USE OF COOKIES AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES
3.1 That, the Website utilizes cookies and similar digital technologies to enable, support, and improve its functionality, security, and overall performance.
3.2 That, in addition to traditional browser cookies, the Company may use comparable technologies, including pixels, web beacons, local storage mechanisms, or server-side tracking tools, to facilitate technical operations and analytics.
3.3 That, such technologies may collect device-level, technical, or usage-related information. To the extent such information is capable of identifying an individual, it shall be treated as Personal Data and processed in accordance with applicable law.
4. PURPOSE OF DEPLOYMENT
4.1 That, Cookies and related technologies are deployed for legitimate operational and business purposes connected with the administration and secure functioning of the Website.
4.2 That, these purposes may include ensuring technical stability, enhancing security, understanding general usage patterns, improving user experience, and supporting internal analysis and reporting.
4.3 That, the Company does not deploy cookies for purposes that are excessive, intrusive, or inconsistent with applicable legal requirements.
5. CATEGORIES OF COOKIES
The Website may use the following categories of cookies:
5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Essential for core Website functionality;
- Enable secure browsing and session management;
- Cannot be disabled without affecting Website operation.
5.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Collect statistical information regarding Website usage;
- Assist in improving Website structure and content;
- Typically process information in aggregated or de-identified form.
5.3 Functional Cookies
- Remember user preferences;
- Enhance customization and user experience;
- May store limited preference-related data.
5.4 Third – Party Cookies
- May be placed by service providers supporting analytics, hosting, or security;
- Are governed by contractual data protection obligations;
- May be subject to the privacy practices of such third parties.
6. INFORMATION COLLECTED THROUGH COOKIES
6.1 That, Cookies and related technologies may collect technical, device-related, and usage information generated through interaction with the Website.
6.2 That, such information may include identifiers, online interaction data, or system-level information that assists in enabling Website functionality, maintaining security, and analysing performance.
6.3 That, to the extent any information collected through cookies relates to an identifiable individual, it shall be treated as Personal Data and processed in accordance with applicable law.
6.4 That, the Company does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data through cookies or deploy cookies for intrusive data gathering practices.
7. CONSENT AND LEGAL BASIS
7.1 That, the deployment of cookies and the processing of Personal Data through such technologies shall be undertaken in accordance with applicable Indian data protection laws.
7.2 Cookies that are necessary for the technical operation, integrity, or security of the Website may be used without separate consent to the extent permitted under law.
7.3 That, where cookies are not strictly necessary, the Company shall obtain consent in accordance with applicable legal requirements before deployment.
7.4 That, users may manage or withdraw consent through browser controls or any cookie preference mechanisms made available on the Website, subject to the technical limitations of such tools.
8. RETENTION AND STORAGE
8.1 That Cookies and similar technologies may remain active for varying durations depending on their functional purpose and technical configuration.
8.2 That certain cookies operate only during an active browsing session, while others may remain on a user’s device for a longer period to support continuity, security, analytics, or performance-related objectives.
8.3 That, the Company retains information collected through cookies only for so long as is reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes descried in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted under applicable law.
9. USER CONTROLS
9.1 That, users may exercise control over cookies through available browser setting or device-level configurations, and through any preference management tools made available on the Website.
9.2 That, restricting or disabling cookies may affect certain features, functionalities, or performance of the Website.
9.3 That, the Company does not control third-party browser or device mechanisms and cannot guarantee their effectiveness in all circumstances.
10. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGIES
10.1 That, the Website may incorporate, integrate, or rely upon services, or tools provided by third parties for operational, technical, analytical, security, hosting, or performance-related purposes. Such third parties may include infrastructure providers, cloud service providers, analytics vendors, cybersecurity service providers, content delivery networks, or other technology partners engaged to support the functioning of the Website.
10.2 In connection with the provision of such services, third parties may deploy cookies or similar technologies, or may otherwise process technical and usage-related information collected through the Website. The nature, scope, and operation of such technologies may be governed by the respective privacy policies or terms of such third parties.
10.3 That, the Company undertakes reasonable due diligence and enters into contractual arrangements, where appropriate, to ensure that such third parties are subject to confidentiality, data protection, and security obligations consistent with applicable law.
10.4 That the Company does not control third-party cookies once deployed through external systems or embedded services and shall not be responsible for the independent privacy practices of such third parties, except to the extent required applicable law.
11. DATA SECURITY
11.1 That, the Company implements reasonable and appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information collected through cookies and similar technologies against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, accidental loss, or unlawful disclosure.
11.2 That, such safeguards may include access controls, secure server environments, encryption protocols, internal governance policies, and periodic monitoring of systems, as may be proportionate to the nature of the data processed.
11.3 While the Company endeavours to maintain commercially reasonable security standards, users acknowledge that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage mechanism is entirely secure. Accordingly, the Company does not warrant absolute security and disclaims liability for unauthorized access arising from factors beyond its reasonable control.
11.4 That, Users are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, including maintaining updated software, secure networks, and device-level protections when accessing the Website.
12. CROSS BORDER PROCESSING AND TRANSFER
12.1 That information collected through cookies and similar technologies may be processed, stored, or accessed un jurisdictions outside India, including in locations where the Company or its service providers maintain infrastructure or operations.
12.2 That, where such cross-border processing involves Personal Data, the Company shall undertake such transfers in accordance with applicable Indian data protection laws and any government notification governing internation data transfers.
12.3 That the Company shall ensure that reasonable safeguards, contractual protections, or other legally recognized mechanisms are implemented, where required, to maintain an adequate level of data protection consistent with applicable statutory requirements.
12.4 That, by continuing to use the Website, users acknowledge that their information may be processed in jurisdictions that may have data protection standards differing from those applicable in India.
13. MODIFICATIONS TO THIS POLICY
13.1 That, the Company reserves the right to modify, revise, or update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, regulatory guidance, industry practices, or operational needs.
13.2 That, any revised version of this Policy shall be made available on the Website and shall become effective upon publication unless otherwise specified.
13.3 That, continued use of the Website following the publication of an updated Policy shall constitute acknowledgement of such changes subject to applicable legal requirements concerning consent.
14. CONTACT INFORMATION
For any questions regarding this Policy or data practices relating to cookies, please contact:
Name: Venkatesh
E-mail: legal@technoidentity.com