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Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 1 October 2025  |  Last Updated: 30 September 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Arismeta Technologies Pvt. Ltd. uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on the PeopleFold platform. By using the Platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website or use a web application. They help the application remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you interact with the service. Some cookies are essential to the Platform's operation; others are used to enhance your experience or analyse usage.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled.

Session token cookie: Maintains your authenticated session using a secure HTTP-only JWT cookie.

CSRF protection: Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks.

Load balancing: Routes requests consistently within a server session.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest — these cookies are required to provide the service you requested.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and personalise your experience.

Theme preference: remembers whether you have selected light or dark mode

Language and locale settings

Sidebar and layout preferences

Legal basis: Consent.

2.3 Analytics Cookies

We may use anonymised analytics to understand how users interact with the Platform. No personally identifiable information is sent to analytics services.

Page view counts and session durations

Feature usage frequency

Error and performance monitoring

Legal basis: Consent.

2.4 Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services integrated into the Platform may set their own cookies:

Stream Chat (GetStream.io)

Sets session and authentication cookies for in-app messaging functionality

Razorpay

Sets cookies on the payment checkout page to process transactions securely and prevent fraud

Microsoft / Google SSO

Sets cookies during the Single Sign-On authentication flow

These third-party cookies are governed by the respective companies' cookie and privacy policies. We do not control or have access to these cookies.

3. Cookie Duration

Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser or log out.
Persistent cookies (auth token): Expire after 7 days; refreshed on active sessions.
Preference cookies: Expire after 365 days.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through the following methods:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. Note that blocking necessary cookies will prevent the Platform from functioning correctly.

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

You can also opt out of analytics tracking by contacting us at info@peoplefold.com. Opting out of necessary cookies may impair your ability to use the Platform.

5. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save certain non-sensitive UI preferences (such as collapsed sidebar state and notification read status). Local storage data is stored on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Material changes will be notified through the Platform or via email. Continued use of the Platform following the update constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

7. Contact Us

Privacy & Cookies Team

Arismeta Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Dr. BR Ambedkar Rd, Ramanashree Enclave, Bilekahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@peoplefold.com.