Cookie Policy
What cookies and storage we use on this website, and how to control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work, to improve the user experience, and to provide basic analytics information to website owners.
In addition to cookies, websites can also use browser localStorage and sessionStorage — similar storage mechanisms that keep data on your device but are not transmitted with every HTTP request the way cookies are.
This policy covers all forms of client-side storage used on indicshield.ai.
2. Cookies We Use
We use a minimal set of storage mechanisms. The table below lists what we currently use:
| Name / Key | Type | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ist-theme |
sessionStorage | Remembers your light/dark theme preference for the current browser session | Until browser tab/session is closed | |
| Server access logs | Server-side log | Our hosting provider logs IP address, browser user agent, page requested, and timestamp for every visit. Required under CERT-In Directions, 2022. | 180 days (CERT-In mandated) | |
| Google Analytics (GA4) | Cookie / JavaScript | If and when we enable Google Analytics, it will set _ga and _ga_* cookies to distinguish users and sessions for aggregate traffic analysis. We will update this policy and add a consent prompt before enabling. |
2 years (_ga); 1 year (_ga_*) |
Note: We do not currently use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or cross-site tracking of any kind.
3. Essential vs Non-Essential Cookies
Essential
Essential cookies or storage are strictly necessary for the website to function. Our server access logs fall in this category — they are legally mandated under CERT-In Directions, 2022, and cannot be opted out of while using this website.
Functional
Functional storage (like our ist-theme sessionStorage key) enhances your experience but is not strictly required. This is stored only in your browser's session memory and is cleared when you close the tab. No data is sent to our servers.
Analytics (currently inactive)
We do not currently run Google Analytics or any other analytics platform. If we add analytics in the future, we will update this policy, add a cookie consent mechanism, and only activate analytics cookies upon your consent.
4. How to Control Cookies
Browser settings
All major browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies and site storage. Instructions for common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Blocking essential storage may affect website functionality (for example, your theme preference will not be remembered).
Future analytics opt-out
If we enable Google Analytics in future, we will provide an opt-out mechanism on this page and on the website. You can also install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Changes to This Policy
We will update this Cookie Policy whenever we add, change or remove cookies or storage from this website. The updated policy will be posted at this URL with a revised date. For significant changes (such as introducing analytics), we will add a visible notice on the website.
6. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us:
Email: hello@indicshield.ai
Data Protection contact: dibyam@indicshield.ai
Privacy Policy: Full Privacy Policy