This Cookie Policy explains how Ecohodo Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (“Ecohodo,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website ecohodo.ai (the "Website"), as well as in connection with our Carbon Credits Marketplace, Consulting Services, and SaaS products GHGsync and TrueMRV (collectively referred to as the "Services"). This policy provides details about the types of cookies we use, the information we collect using cookies, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By using our Website or Services, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please disable them following the instructions in this Cookie Policy or discontinue using our Website.

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) when you visit a website. They are used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and deliver tailored content. Cookies may also be used to analyze website traffic and performance. Cookies can be either:

Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire and are deleted once you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.

2. Types of Cookies we use

We use several types of cookies on our Website to enhance user experience and improve the performance of our Services.

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our Website. They allow you to navigate the Website and use its essential features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, certain features cannot function properly.
Examples include:

Session cookies to maintain your login status.
Security cookies to prevent fraudulent activities.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, including which pages are visited most frequently and whether users encounter any errors. The information collected is used to improve the performance of the Website and ensure a better user experience. The information collected is used to improve the performance of the Website and ensure a better user experience. We use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to help us understand how our Website is used. These cookies do not collect information that identifies you directly; rather, they provide aggregated data about user behaviour.
Examples include:

Cookies that track the number of visitors to our Website.
Cookies that monitor how users navigate through our pages.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies allow our Website to remember the choices you make (such as your language preferences or region) to provide a more personalized experience. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as remembering login details or the items in your cart.
Example include:

Cookies that remember your preferred language or location.
Cookies that store your preferences for future visits.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior. They may be set through our Website by third-party advertisers or advertising networks. They record your visit to our Website, the pages you visited, and the links you followed.
These cookies are also used to:

Limit the number of times you see an ad.
Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Advertising cookies are often linked to site functionality provided by third-party organizations.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use certain third-party service providers to deliver features like advertising and analytics, which may also place cookies on your device. These cookies are subject to the third parties’ privacy policies. Some of the third-party services we use include:

Google Analytics: Provides us with insights into how users interact with our Website.
Razor pay and others: Processes payments and may use cookies to ensure secure transactions.
Social Media Plugins: Third-party social media platforms (such as Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter) may set cookies to track user engagement with share buttons or other embedded features.

Please review the respective privacy policies of these third parties for more information on their cookie usage.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

To improve website performance: Cookies help us identify and fix errors, analyze site traffic, and optimize the overall performance of the Website.
To enhance user experience: By remembering your preferences, we can provide a more personalized experience on the Website.
To provide targeted advertising: Cookies enable us to show relevant ads to users based on their browsing history and preferences.
To analyse usage patterns: Cookies allow us to collect aggregated data about user behavior, helping us make data-driven decisions for improving the Website and Services.

5. Managing your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to control how cookies are used on your device. Most browsers allow you to manage your cookie settings, including enabling or disabling cookies. You can choose to block cookies, delete cookies already stored on your device, or receive notifications when cookies are being set.

How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser:

Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies or Manage Website Data..
Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions.

Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some features of the Website or Services may not function properly or be available.

6. Consent to Use Cookies

By continuing to use our Website and Services, you consent to the placement of cookies on your device, as described in this Cookie Policy. If you wish to withdraw your consent, you can adjust your browser settings or manage your cookie preferences as described above.

7. Changes to the Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new 'Last Updated' date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.