PuthuToons – Cookies Policy
Effective Date: 1st June 2025
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how PuthuToons ("PuthuToons", "we", "our" or "us") uses them on our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service"), and what choices you have. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. Similar technologies (e.g., local storage, pixels) work in a comparable way; for simplicity, we refer to all of these as "cookies."
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure essential functionality – letting you log in, stay signed in, and move between pages without losing session data.
- Remember preferences – such as language selection (English/Tamil) and dark‑mode settings.
- Gather analytics – understanding how users (adults and children with parental consent) navigate our stories so we can improve content and site usability.
- Enhance security – detecting misuse and keeping accounts safe.
We do not use cookies for targeted advertising.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Example Cookie Names | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Core site operations and security. | session_id, csrf_token | Session (deleted when you close your browser) |
| Preference | Saves user settings like language and theme. | lang_pref, theme_mode | Up to 1 year |
| Analytics | Collects anonymous statistics on page views and button clicks via Google Analytics (IP anonymized). | _ga, _gat, _gid | 1 day to 2 years |
We periodically review this list and will update it if new cookies are added or existing ones are removed.
4. Third‑Party Cookies
Some third‑party services we embed—such as YouTube videos or social‑sharing buttons—may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies. Please review the third party's cookie policy for details. You can block third‑party cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
5. Your Choices
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored on your device and delete them.
- Block third‑party cookies.
- Block all cookies, including essential ones (note: the Service may not function properly if you do this).
5.2 In‑Site Cookie Banner
On your first visit—and whenever we add new non‑essential cookies—we show a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject analytics cookies, or open "Settings" to fine‑tune your choice. You can revisit these settings at any time via the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer.
5.3 Mobile App Settings
If you are using the PuthuToons mobile app, you can opt out of analytics tracking in Settings → Privacy & Cookies.
6. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect changes in cookies we use or legal requirements. Material changes will be highlighted on the Service or via email (if we have your address). The "Effective Date" at the top will show when this Policy was last revised.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our cookie practices, please contact us:
PuthuToons Privacy Team
Email: [email protected]
Enjoy exploring stories on PuthuToons!