Cookie Policy

At Humanedge (“we”, “us”, “our”), we respect your concerns about privacy and value the relationship we have with you.


This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website at https://humanedge.co (“Website”). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.


Please take a moment to familiarise yourself with our cookie practices. If you have any questions, please contact us at care@humanedge.co.


1. Who is Collecting Data?

Any personal data provided to or collected by us via cookies and other tracking technologies is controlled by Bennett Coleman & Co Ltd , with its registered office at The Times Of India Building, Dr D N Road,  Mumbai - 400001 (the “Data Controller”).

This Cookie Policy applies to our Website and any applications accessed or used through it. By using our Website, you are consenting to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies in this way, you should set your browser settings accordingly or not use our Website.


2. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files containing small amounts of information that are downloaded to your internet-enabled device (like a computer or smartphone) when you visit a website.  Cookies are then sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit, or to another website that recognises that cookie.  They are useful because they allow a website to recognise a user’s device and remember your preferences, improving your online experience. 


3. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including to:

•   Make our Website easier to use and to better tailor it to your interests and needs. 

•   Help speed up your future activities and experience on our Website.

•   Compile anonymous, aggregated statistics that allow us to understand how people use our Website and to help us improve its structure and content. 

•   Measure the effectiveness of our content and advertising. 

•   Deliver targeted advertising that is relevant to your interests.


4. How Can You Control or Delete Cookies?

You have the right to choose whether or not to accept cookies. However, they are an important part of how our Website works, so you should be aware that if you choose to refuse or remove cookies, this could affect the availability and functionality of the Website. 

You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

•   Browser Settings: Most browsers are initially set to accept cookies automatically. You can change your browser settings to block cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent to your device.  Please consult your browser's help function for instructions. 

•   Cookie Management Tool: You can grant and withdraw consent through the cookie consent banner or tool available on our Website or visit our Privacy policy which contains details of the grievance officer.


Withdrawing your consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.


5. What Types of Cookies Do We Use?

The cookies used on our Website may be categorised as follows:

Cookie Type

Description

Data Collection & Identification

Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly. They enable you to move around the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. 

These cookies do not identify you as an individual. Disabling them may affect the performance of the Website. 

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our Website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages. This data helps us improve the Website's performance. 

All information collected is aggregated and anonymous. These cookies do not identify you personally. 

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (e.g., your username, language, or region) to provide a more enhanced and personal experience. 

The information these cookies collect may include personal data you have disclosed. Not accepting them may impact site performance and functionality. 

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver content and advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to track your visit to our website, the pages you have visited and the links you have followed. 

Most types of these cookies track users via their IP address or Device ID and may therefore collect personal data. 

Third-Party Cookies

We use partners like Google and LinkedIn who may set cookies on our behalf to deliver tailored advertising or provide digital experiences on our Website (e.g., embedded videos). 

Based on the type of cookies used by the third party, the information collected may include personal data. You should review the privacy and cookie policies of these third-party websites. 


6. Duration of Cookies

We may use two different types of cookies on our Website in terms of duration:

•   Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that remain on your device until you leave our Website. 

•   Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a much longer period or until you manually delete them. The duration depends on the "lifetime" of the specific cookie and your browser settings. 


7. Your Consent

In compliance with Indian law, we seek your free, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent before placing any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the functioning of our Website. You provide this consent through a clear affirmative action (for example, by clicking “Accept All” on our cookie banner). You have the right to withdraw this consent at any time through our cookie management tool or your browser settings.


For more detailed information on how we use your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.