Cookie Policy

Effective Date: December 25, 2024

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Local Chat India, operated by Local Chat India Pvt. Ltd., uses cookies, session storage, local storage, and cache to enhance your experience on our platform (https://localchatindia.com). These technologies help us provide a seamless, personalized service while ensuring functionality and security. By using our website, you consent to the use of these technologies as outlined below. For more details on data handling, see our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser to remember information about your visit. We also use:

  • Session Storage: Temporary data stored during your browsing session, cleared when you close your browser.
  • Local Storage: Persistent data stored on your device to remember preferences across sessions.
  • Cache: Stored data to speed up page loading and improve performance.

3. Types of Cookies and Technologies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies and technologies:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function (e.g., session management, user authentication). Stored in session storage and cookies. Cannot be disabled.
  • Functional Cookies: Enhance user experience (e.g., remembering your preferences like language or location). Stored in local storage and persistent cookies.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site (e.g., via Google Analytics). Stored as cookies with anonymized data.
  • Performance Cache: Speeds up page loading by storing static assets in your browser cache.

4. Purpose of Use

We use these technologies to:

  • Authenticate users and maintain active sessions (session storage, essential cookies).
  • Remember your settings and preferences (local storage, functional cookies).
  • Analyze site usage to improve performance and features (analytics cookies).
  • Speed up page loading times (cache).

5. Third-Party Cookies and Services

We partner with the following third-party services that may set cookies:

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we do not control their data practices beyond ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

6. Duration of Storage

  • Session Storage: Cleared when you close your browser.
  • Local Storage: Persistent until manually cleared by you or us.
  • Cookies: Essential cookies expire at session end; functional and analytics cookies last up to 2 years unless deleted.
  • Cache: Stored until cleared by your browser or updated by our site.

7. Managing Cookies and Technologies

You can control how these technologies are used:

  • Browser Settings: Adjust your browser to block or delete cookies, local storage, and cache. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
  • Contact Us: Request data deletion at localchatindia@gmail.com.

8. Consent

We use a cookie consent banner on your first visit to obtain your approval for non-essential cookies. You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing your browser data or contacting us. Essential cookies and session storage do not require consent as they are critical for the site to operate.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here, and your continued use of the platform signifies acceptance of the revised policy. Check back periodically for changes.

10. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us: