Cookie Policy | Pagevala

This Cookie Policy explains how Pagevala uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on pagevala.in. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. They help sites remember preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Required for core site functionality. Cannot be disabled.

Cookie	Purpose	Duration
`pv-session`	Maintains your session while logged in	Session
`pv-whatsapp`	Remembers your WhatsApp number on `/my` login	90 days
`pv-lang`	Remembers your selected language (Hindi, Tamil, etc.)	1 year
`pv-fp`	Device fingerprint for rate-limit and fraud prevention	30 days

2.2 Functional Cookies

Enhance your experience but not strictly required.

Cookie	Purpose	Duration
`pv-voice-consent`	Remembers that you granted microphone permission	1 year
`pv-edit-{slug}`	Edit token for pages you've created	365 days

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Can Opt Out)

Help us understand how people use Pagevala so we can improve.

Cookie	Purpose	Provider	Duration
`_ga`, `_ga_XXX`	Google Analytics 4 page view tracking	Google	2 years
`_clck`, `_clsk`	Microsoft Clarity session replay & heatmaps	Microsoft	1 year

Both analytics providers receive anonymised data — we do not share personally identifiable information. You can opt out via your browser's "Do Not Track" setting.

2.4 No Third-Party Advertising Cookies

Pagevala does not use advertising cookies, retargeting pixels, or third-party marketing trackers.

3. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome — Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
Firefox — Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari — Preferences → Privacy
Edge — Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Blocking all cookies will break core Pagevala functionality (you won't be able to log in or save preferences).

4. Do Not Track

Pagevala respects the "Do Not Track" browser signal. When received, we will not load analytics cookies.