Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how K12 Hunar (“Platform”, “Website”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or interact with our website.

Optional analytics (Vercel Speed Insights) load only after you click Accept on our cookie notice, as described in section 6. Essential cookies may still be used when you sign in so that secure areas of the Platform work. For a concise list of names and purposes, see Appendix A.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

They help websites:

• function properly
• remember preferences
• improve user experience
• analyze traffic and usage patterns
• enhance security

Cookies may be temporary (“session cookies”) or stored for longer periods (“persistent cookies”).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.

They may include:

• login authentication
• account security
• session management
• navigation functionality

Without these cookies, some features may not work.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform.

They may collect:

• page visits
• traffic sources
• session duration
• click behavior
• device/browser information

This helps improve platform performance and educational experience.

On this website: we use Vercel Speed Insights for aggregate performance and traffic insights. The Speed Insights script is loaded only after you click Accept on our cookie notice (see section 6 — Cookie consent below). Vercel may use its own cookies or storage — see Vercel’s Privacy Policy.

We do not use Google Analytics on this website unless we add it in the future and update this Policy.

C. Functional Cookies

These cookies (or similar browser storage) remember user preferences such as:

• language selection
• theme preferences
• saved settings
• region preferences

On this website: theme and language are stored mainly in localStorage (see Appendix A), not as first-party preference cookies.

D. Security Cookies

These cookies help identify suspicious activities and improve platform security.

They may help prevent:

• fraudulent logins
• spam
• unauthorized access
• abuse of services

E. Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services integrated into the Platform may place cookies.

These may include:

• social media integrations
• embedded videos
• payment gateways
• analytics providers
• advertising networks

K12 Hunar does not directly control third-party cookies.

Users should review third-party privacy and cookie policies separately.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• improve user experience
• remember user sessions
• personalize content
• analyze educational engagement
• maintain security
• optimize website performance
• detect technical issues

5. Managing Cookies

Users may manage or disable cookies through browser settings.

Most browsers allow users to:

• block cookies
• delete cookies
• receive cookie notifications
• limit tracking

However, disabling cookies may affect certain features and functionality of the Platform.

6. Cookie Consent

We show a cookie notice when you first visit the website (until you make a choice).

• Accept saves your choice in browser localStorage (hunar-cookie-consent) and allows optional analytics (Vercel Speed Insights) to load on later pages in that browser.
• Essential login and security cookies may still be set when you sign in, so that password-protected areas work; these are not turned off by declining optional analytics (if we add a decline option in the future, this Policy will be updated).

If you clear site data or use a new browser/device, you may see the notice again.

7. Children’s Privacy

As K12 Hunar may be accessed by minors for educational purposes, we aim to use cookies responsibly and minimize unnecessary tracking.

Parents or guardians may contact us regarding concerns about children’s data usage.

8. Data Protection & Privacy

Information collected through cookies may be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy for additional information regarding:

• data collection
• storage
• retention
• user rights
• security practices

9. Compliance with Indian Laws

K12 Hunar aims to comply with applicable Indian laws including:

• Information Technology Act, 2000
• Information Technology Rules, 2021
• Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act)

Where applicable, we also consider international best practices regarding online privacy and cookies.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically.

Updated versions will be posted with a revised “Effective Date.”

Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

Appendix A — Technologies used on this website (reference)

The table below describes first-party technologies used by this website as of the Last Updated date at the top of this Policy. It is a practical reference; general categories in sections 3–5 still apply.

First-party HTTP cookies (session / account)

Exact names, attributes, or durations may change with security or product updates.

Local storage (browser — not HTTP cookies)

We also use localStorage for preferences and UI state, for example:

Sign-in with Google

When you use Google sign-in, Google may set or read cookies on Google’s domains. See Google’s privacy and cookie information for those technologies.

11. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy, contact:

K12 Hunar Website: K12 Hunar Email: support@k12hunar.com