Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 21, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
The 1800 platform uses cookies and similar technologies (such as localStorage and sessionStorage) to provide, protect, and improve our services.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable core features like user authentication, session management, and security. These cannot be disabled.
Examples:
- •Session ID — keeps you logged in while browsing
- •CSRF token — protects against cross-site request forgery
- •Auth token — remembers your login state
- •Cookie consent preference — stores your cookie choices
Duration: Session to 30 days
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience. Disabling them may affect certain features.
Examples:
- •Selected city/location — remembers your browsing location
- •Language preference — stores your language choice
- •Theme preference — remembers light/dark mode setting
- •Recent searches — stores your search history locally
Duration: 6 months
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform. They collect anonymous, aggregated data to help us improve our services.
Examples:
- •Vercel Analytics — page views, navigation patterns, and performance metrics
- •Usage patterns — which features are most popular
- •Error tracking — helps us identify and fix issues
- •Load time metrics — helps us optimize page performance
Duration: 1 year
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by third-party services integrated into our Platform. We do not control these cookies directly.
Examples:
- •Google Fonts — font delivery optimization
- •Firebase — push notification and analytics services
- •Payment gateways — secure payment processing
- •WhatsApp — chat widget functionality
Duration: Varies by provider
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings. The process varies by browser — check your browser's help section for instructions.
Device Settings: On mobile devices, you can manage cookies and site data through your device's browser settings.
Opt-out Tools: Some analytics providers offer opt-out mechanisms. For example, Vercel Analytics can be disabled through browser extensions.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Platform, including logging in and posting ads.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to store certain preferences and session data. This includes your authentication token, selected city, and user preferences. localStorage data persists until explicitly cleared by you or our application. You can clear localStorage through your browser's developer tools or settings.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@1800.in.