Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 28, 2025 | Version 1.0

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies help us understand how you use our platform, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Essential Cookies:

  • auth_token - Authentication token for logged-in users (7 days)
  • session_id - Session identifier for maintaining user state (Session)
  • csrf_token - Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery (Session)
  • cookie_consent - Stores your cookie preferences (1 year)

2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Functional Cookies:

  • language_preference - Stores your preferred language (1 year)
  • theme_preference - Remembers your theme selection (1 year)
  • sidebar_collapsed - Remembers sidebar state (30 days)
  • currency_preference - Stores preferred currency for pricing (1 year)

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

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

Analytics Cookies:

  • _ga - Google Analytics - Main analytics cookie (2 years)
  • _gid - Google Analytics - Session identifier (24 hours)
  • _gat - Google Analytics - Request throttling (1 minute)
  • _ga_* - Google Analytics 4 - Property-specific cookie (2 years)

2.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.

Marketing Cookies:

  • _fbp - Facebook Pixel - Tracks conversions and user behavior (90 days)
  • _gcl_au - Google AdSense - Tracks ad effectiveness (90 days)
  • IDE - Google DoubleClick - Advertising targeting (1 year)

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services:

  • Google Analytics: Provides insights into user behavior and website performance.Privacy Policy
  • Google Tag Manager: Manages marketing and analytics tags.Privacy Policy
  • Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and builds advertising audiences.Privacy Policy

4. How to Control Cookies

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit MandiDeals, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences by category

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.

4.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

4.3 Mobile Devices

For mobile devices, please refer to your device manufacturer's instructions:

  • iOS: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
  • Android: Browser settings → Site settings → Cookies

⚠️ Important Note:

Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the platform to function.

5. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals, and we do not currently respond to DNT signals.

6. Cookie Lifespan

Cookies can be either "session" cookies or "persistent" cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. The lifespan is indicated in parentheses in the cookie lists above.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Displaying a notice on our website
  • Requesting your consent again if required by law

8. More Information

For more information about how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Last Updated: October 28, 2025 | Version 1.0

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