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Use the Cookie Preferences link on our site to accept, reject, or customise non-essential cookies at any time. You can also control cookies in your browser settings.

What happens if I block cookies?

Some features may not work properly—for example, remembering preferences, staying signed in, or loading certain embedded content.

Cookie Policy — Online Student Seva Portal (OSSP)

Q: Do you use advertising cookies?

Advertising or attribution cookies are used only if such features are active and where lawful consent is obtained. You can opt out via Cookie Preferences.

Effective date: 09 September 2025
Last reviewed: 09 September 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Online Student Seva Portal (OSSP) (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://ossp.in (“Website”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy. By continuing to browse or use our Website after seeing our cookie banner, you agree that we can store and access cookies as described here. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the Cookie Preferences link (see below).

Who We Are

Online Student Seva Portal (OSSP)
Website: https://ossp.in
Email: onlinestudentseva[at]gmail.com
Phone: 078800 35336
Address: IRRIGATION COLONY, Korba, HTPS Township, Chhattisgarh 495450, India

We also share updates via our public channels (joining is optional):
• WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va9SwTID8SE4YGpzZ92P
• Telegram: https://t.me/onlinestudentsevatc

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a site. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners. Cookies may be first-party (set by ossp.in) or third-party (set by other domains, e.g., analytics or payment providers).

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary
Required for core functionality (security, load balancing, session management, consent logging). These cannot be switched off in our systems.
Functional
Remember choices you make (language, region, preference settings) to provide enhanced, more personal features.
Performance/Analytics
Help us measure traffic and usage to improve content and features (aggregated reports like page views, time on page).
Advertising/Attribution (enabled only if applicable)
Used to deliver or measure ads, limit ad frequency, and understand campaign effectiveness.
Social/Embedded Content (as used)
Enable embedded posts, videos, or share buttons from platforms like YouTube or social networks, which may set cookies of their own.

Note: The exact cookies present may vary over time as we update services and integrations. We aim to keep this page accurate and will update the examples periodically.

Category	Purpose	Example Providers	Typical Cookie Names (examples)	Retention (typical)
Strictly Necessary	Core site operation, security, load balancing, consent storage	OSSP, CDN/Security (e.g., Cloudflare), Consent Manager	`__cf_bm`, `__cfruid`, `cookie_consent`, `cmp_consent_id`, `wp-*`	Session to 12 months
Functional	Save preferences (language, UI choices)	OSSP	`ossp_pref_lang`, `ossp_ui_settings`	1–12 months
Performance/Analytics	Measure traffic & usage (aggregated)	Google Analytics (GA4) or similar	`_ga`, `_ga_*`, `_gid`	24 hours to 24 months
Advertising/Attribution*	Campaign measurement, frequency capping	Google Ads/Tag, Meta, others	`_gcl_au`, `_fbp`, `IDE`	90 days to 13 months
Social/Embed	Show embeds and share features	YouTube, X/Twitter, Facebook	`VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE`, `YSC`, `guest_id`	Session to 13 months
Payments (if used)	Process payments securely, prevent fraud	Razorpay/Other gateways	`rzp_checkout_anon_id`, `rzp_device_id`	Session to 12 months

* Advertising/Attribution cookies are used only if such features are active and where lawful consent is obtained.

Disclaimer: Names above are examples for transparency and may change. Third-party partners can update their cookies without notice. Our Cookie Preferences panel (if available) provides the most current categorisation.

Similar Technologies

We may use local storage, session storage, pixels, UTM parameters, and device identifiers. These help remember preferences, store session state, or measure performance, and are governed by this Policy.

How We Use Cookies

Operate & secure the Website (login, forms, page navigation, fraud prevention).
Remember preferences for a smoother experience.
Understand usage to improve content quality and site performance.
Measure campaigns (if advertising or attribution is enabled).
Process payments (through compliant third-party gateways; we don’t store full card details).

You can accept, reject non-essential, or customise cookies via our banner when you first visit.
You can change your choices anytime via this link: Open Cookie Preferences.
Essential (Strictly Necessary) cookies are always active to ensure the site functions.

If you use ad-blockers or strict privacy settings, our banner may be suppressed. Your browser settings always allow manual control (see below).

Browser Controls: Enable/Disable Cookies

You can configure or remove cookies through your browser/device settings. Helpful keywords per browser:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options/Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
Safari (macOS/iOS): Preferences/Settings → Privacy

Blocking some cookies may affect site functionality (e.g., staying logged in or saving preferences).

Third-Party Cookies

When we use third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, CDNs, ad networks, payment gateways like Razorpay), those providers may set cookies according to their policies. We endeavour to load third-party scripts only after consent where required and configured.

Retention

Cookie and storage lifetimes vary (see table). We retain consent records in our consent management platform (CMP) to demonstrate compliance. You may withdraw consent at any time via Cookie Preferences.

Legal Basis & Notices

India (DPDP Act, 2023 & IT Rules): We rely on consent for non-essential cookies and legitimate purposes for strictly necessary cookies.
EU/EEA (ePrivacy/GDPR): We obtain prior consent for non-essential cookies.
California (CCPA/CPRA): We do not sell personal information. Where “sharing” for cross-context behavioural advertising is relevant, we honour applicable opt-out choices provided via our banner/settings (if such features are active).

For details about how we process personal data, see our Privacy Policy.

Do Not Track

There is no industry standard for DNT signals. At present, our systems do not respond to DNT. You can use our Cookie Preferences and your browser settings to manage tracking.

Updates to this Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last reviewed” date.

Contact & Grievance Redressal

Grievance Officer: Aabid Ahmed
Email: onlinestudentseva[at]gmail.com
Address: IRRIGATION COLONY, Korba, HTPS Township, Chhattisgarh 495450, India
Phone: 078800 35336

We aim to acknowledge grievances within 24 hours and resolve them within 15 days, or as required by law.

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