Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies to enhance your experience on VyomA and how you can control them.
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Cookie Usage Summary
Minimal Cookie Usage
We use only essential cookies and basic analytics - no advertising or tracking cookies
Theme Preferences
Remember your dark/light mode choice for better user experience
Anonymous Analytics
Basic usage statistics to improve our calculators - no personal identification
Your Control
You can disable non-essential cookies anytime through your browser settings
What Are Cookies?
Simple Explanation
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit them. Think of them as digital "sticky notes" that help websites remember information about your visit.
What Cookies Do
- • Remember your preferences (like dark mode)
- • Keep you logged in to accounts
- • Analyze how websites are used
- • Provide personalized experiences
- • Enable website functionality
What Cookies Don't Do
- • Access your personal files
- • Install software or viruses
- • Directly identify you personally
- • Access your camera or microphone
- • Harm your device or data
Important: Cookies are generally safe and essential for modern web functionality. Most websites, including VyomA, cannot function properly without some cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| sessionid | Maintains your session while browsing | Session only | Essential |
| csrftoken | Security protection against malicious attacks | 1 year | Essential |
| theme_preference | Remembers your dark/light mode choice | 1 year | Essential |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve the user experience. All data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify individual users.
What We Track (Anonymously)
- • Which calculators are most popular
- • How long people spend on each page
- • Which states get the most traffic
- • Common navigation patterns
- • Browser types and versions
- • Device types (mobile vs desktop)
- • General geographic regions
- • Website performance metrics
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Anonymous visitor identification | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _ga_* | Session and campaign tracking | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Anonymous session identification | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
Privacy Note: We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled. This means your exact IP address is never stored, and Google cannot identify you personally from this data.
Cookies We DON'T Use
We are committed to minimal data collection. Here are the types of cookies we explicitly DO NOT use:
❌ Advertising Cookies
- • No Google Ads tracking
- • No Facebook pixels
- • No behavioral targeting
- • No ad network cookies
❌ Social Media Tracking
- • No social media pixels
- • No like/share tracking
- • No cross-platform tracking
- • No social login cookies
❌ Third-Party Trackers
- • No marketing automation
- • No heat mapping tools
- • No user session recording
- • No external analytics beyond Google
❌ Personal Data Cookies
- • No personal identification
- • No calculation data storage
- • No browsing history tracking
- • No cross-device tracking
How to Control Cookies
Your Cookie Choices
You have full control over cookies on your device. Here are your options:
Accept All
Allow all cookies for the best experience, including analytics to help us improve the site.
Essential Only
Allow only essential cookies needed for basic functionality. Analytics will be disabled.
Block All
Block all cookies through browser settings. This may affect website functionality.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Each browser has different methods for managing cookies. Here are direct links to official instructions:
Google Chrome
Chrome → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Official Chrome Help →Mozilla Firefox
Firefox → Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Official Firefox Help →Microsoft Edge
Edge → Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Official Edge Help →Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can disable cookies, it may affect your experience on VyomA:
If You Disable Essential Cookies:
- • Theme preference won't be saved
- • Security features may not work properly
- • Some calculators might not function
- • Form submissions may fail
If You Disable Analytics Cookies:
- • No impact on calculator functionality
- • We can't improve based on usage patterns
- • No performance metrics collection
- • All features remain fully functional
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Update Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time. Your choices will be remembered for future visits.
Essential Cookies
Required for basic functionality
Analytics Cookies
Help us improve the website
Changes take effect immediately. You may need to refresh the page to see full effects.
Legal Information
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
Essential Cookies
Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and provide the service you've requested.
Analytics Cookies
Legal Basis: Consent
We only use analytics cookies with your explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
International Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with major privacy regulations:
GDPR
European Union
CCPA
California, USA
PDPA
Singapore
Updates to This Cookie Policy
How We Handle Policy Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Here's how we'll keep you informed:
Minor Updates
- • Clarifications to existing policies
- • Contact information changes
- • Technical corrections
Updated date changed only
Major Changes
- • New types of cookies
- • Changes to data collection
- • Modified legal basis
Email notification + banner notice
Your Rights: You can always update your cookie preferences or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies, regardless of policy changes.
Questions About Cookies?
Contact Information
Privacy Questions
privacy@vyoma.online
Technical Support
support@vyoma.online
Response Time
Within 48 hours
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