Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Shubham Karoti Foundation ("we", "our", "the Trust") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://shubhamkaroti.org to provide a secure, seamless, and privacy-respecting experience.
Last Updated: October 2026 • Compliant with Indian DPDP Act 2023 & international privacy standards.
1What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit a website. They help the website remember your login state, maintain security during forms, and let us analyze aggregated site performance so we can better serve our community and donors.
2Cookies Used on Our Platform
We follow a strict privacy-by-default model. Optional analytics cookies are blocked until you explicitly grant consent through our cookie banner.
Essential & Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are strictly necessary for core platform security, authentic member logins, and privacy preferences. The site cannot function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| better-auth.session_token | Maintains secure authenticated session for registered members and trustees. | Session (or 30 days) |
| consent-v1 | Records whether you granted or denied optional analytics cookies so you are not asked repeatedly. | 1 Year |
| __Host-*, __Secure-* | Protects forms, payments, and member logins against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF). | Session |
Analytics & Performance Cookies (Consent-Gated)
These cookies are loaded only after you click "Accept All". They help us understand aggregated website visitor traffic and mobile responsiveness to improve outreach for child education and Gau Seva.
| Service | Cookies | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics 4 | _ga, _ga_* | Measures anonymized page counts and visitor locations (e.g. India) to analyze awareness. | Up to 2 Years |
| PostHog | ph_* | Tracks Core Web Vitals (LCP, INP, CLS) and page speed to fix layout shifts on mobile devices. | Up to 1 Year |
| Microsoft Clarity | _clck, _clsk | Provides anonymous session heatmaps and scroll behavior to optimize accessibility and user experience. | Up to 1 Year |
3No Third-Party Advertising Cookies
Shubham Karoti Foundation does not display third-party advertisements or use cross-site behavioral tracking cookies (such as Facebook Pixel, Google Ads remarketing, or data broker beacons). Your browsing history is never sold or used for commercial ad targeting.
4How to Control & Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You have complete control over cookies on our website:
- Our Cookie Banner: When you first visit, you can click "Essential Only" to decline all analytics cookies. Only necessary security and session tokens will be stored.
- Browser Controls: Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies in your browser settings (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from logging in to your member portal.
- Resetting Preferences: To reopen the cookie preferences dialog, you can clear the
consent-v1cookie or localStorage item from your browser settings.
Questions Regarding Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or privacy practices, please contact our trust administration:
Also see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.