Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how SAI AAKANKSHYA ASSOCIATES ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can also be "first-party cookies" (set by us) or "third-party cookies" (set by external services we use).

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. Without them, certain features cannot be provided. They cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
__session	Essential	Maintains your session state across pages	Session
csrf_token	Essential	Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks	Session
cookie_consent	Essential	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users	2 years
_ga_*	Analytics	Google Analytics — maintains session state	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics — distinguishes users (24hr)	24 hours
_gat	Analytics	Google Analytics — throttles request rate	1 minute

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
lang_pref	Functional	Remembers your language preference	1 year
scroll_pos	Functional	Remembers scroll position on page revisit	Session
form_data	Functional	Temporarily saves form input to prevent data loss	Session

Third-Party Cookies

Some pages on our website embed content or use services from third parties, which may set their own cookies:

Google Maps — used to display our office location on the Contact page. Google may set cookies to track map interactions.
Google Fonts — used to load the Inter typeface. Google may log font requests.
WhatsApp — the floating WhatsApp button links to WhatsApp Web. WhatsApp may set cookies if you are logged in.
Pexels — some images are loaded from Pexels CDN. Pexels may set performance cookies.

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following specific purposes:

To ensure our website loads correctly and all features work as intended
To remember your preferences and settings between visits
To analyze website traffic and understand which pages are most popular
To measure the effectiveness of our website and identify areas for improvement
To understand how users navigate through our site (pages visited, time spent)
To detect and prevent security threats and fraudulent activity
To enable embedded maps and third-party content to function correctly
To improve page load speeds through caching mechanisms

Managing and Controlling Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except essential cookies). You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser settings:

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opera: Settings → Advanced → Privacy & security → Site Settings → Cookies

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies using these tools:

Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)
Google Ads: Visit Google's Ad Settings (adssettings.google.com)
Network Advertising Initiative: Visit optout.networkadvertising.org

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the site to operate correctly.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be informed about our use of cookies. By continuing to browse our website after seeing this notice, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and adjusting your browser settings to refuse cookies. However, this may affect your experience on our website.

Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for how to interpret them. We will update this policy if a standard is established.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

SAI AAKANKSHYA ASSOCIATES

Plot No 36, Nuasahi, Rasulgarh

Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751010

Email: saiaakankshya.associates@gmail.com

Phone: +91 9040099001