1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Celestiq Insights OPC Pvt Ltd ("the Company", "we", "us"), the operator of VoteMyThought ("the Platform", accessible at votemythought.com), uses cookies and similar technologies.
This policy is published in accordance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and aligns with the principles of the ePrivacy Directive (EU Directive 2002/58/EC) and the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) for users accessing the Platform from the European Union.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently and to provide information to site owners. Cookies do not contain viruses, cannot access your device's storage, and do not personally identify you.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the Platform. Without them, core functionality such as user authentication and session management would not work. These cookies do not require consent under applicable law.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_token | Authenticates your session and keeps you logged in | Session (deleted when browser is closed) | Essential |
| auth_state | Stores authentication state (logged in / logged out) | 7 days | Essential |
3.2 Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences (such as language selection) to enhance your experience on the Platform. These cookies require your consent, which you provide by selecting a language preference on the Platform.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| locale | Stores your preferred language for the Platform interface | 1 year | Preference |
3.3 Cookies We Do Not Use
We do not use analytics cookies, marketing cookies, advertising cookies, social media cookies, or third-party tracking cookies on the Platform. We do not profile users for advertising purposes.
4. Third-Party Cookies
The Platform uses Cloudflare, Inc. for content delivery and security. Cloudflare may set the following cookies as part of its infrastructure:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare bot management — distinguishes between human and bot traffic | 30 minutes |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare clearance — confirms a user has passed a security challenge | Session |
These cookies are managed by Cloudflare and are governed by Cloudflare's privacy policy, available at cloudflare.com/privacypolicy. We do not control these cookies and they are essential for platform security.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Browser Controls
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View all cookies stored on your device;
- Block cookies entirely;
- Block cookies from specific websites;
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser;
- Delete specific cookies.
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
5.2 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in, voting on polls, and creating content. Disabling preference cookies will result in the Platform defaulting to English. Disabling Cloudflare cookies may prevent access to the Platform if bot protection is triggered.
6. Cookie Consent
By continuing to use the Platform, you consent to the use of essential and preference cookies as described in this policy. You may withdraw consent for preference cookies at any time by clearing your browser cookies. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the Platform to function.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. If we introduce new categories of cookies, we will update this policy and notify users through the Platform. We shall inform users of changes at least once every year, in accordance with Rule 3(1)(f) of the IT Rules, 2021.
8. Contact
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Email: support@votemythought.com
Address: Celestiq Insights OPC Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India — 560077