Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 3, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. DataDefend, a product of Cybersecure Digital Intelligence Private Limited, uses cookies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection | Session |
| auth_token | User authentication | 30 days |
2.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics identifier | 24 hours |
| _gat | Request rate throttling | 1 minute |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| preferences | Store user preferences | 1 year |
| language | Language preference | 1 year |
| theme | UI theme preference | 1 year |
2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion | 3 months |
| li_sugr | LinkedIn tracking | 3 months |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
- Google Ads: For advertising and remarketing campaigns
- Facebook Pixel: For social media advertising
- LinkedIn Insight Tag: For B2B marketing analytics
- Hotjar: For heatmaps and user behavior analysis
- Intercom: For customer support chat functionality
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent Manager
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can access this manager again by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
4.3 Opt-Out Links
5. Impact of Blocking Cookies
Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience:
- Some features may not function properly
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Personalization and preferences may be lost
- Analytics data won't be collected for site improvement
6. DPDPA Compliance
As a DPDPA-compliant platform, we ensure that:
- Consent is obtained before non-essential cookies are set
- Cookie information is clearly disclosed
- Users can withdraw consent at any time
- Cookie data is processed securely and lawfully
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were made.
8. Contact Us
For questions about our Cookie Policy:
DataDefend (A Product of Cybersecure Digital Intelligence Private Limited)
Email: privacy@datadefend.com