1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly and provide analytics to improve user experience.
2. Essential Cookies (Cannot be disabled)
- cookie_consent — stores your cookie preference (1 year)
- session — maintains your session state (session only)
3. Analytics Cookies (Opt-out available)
- _ga — Google Analytics, distinguishes unique users (2 years)
- _ga_* — Google Analytics, session state persistence (2 years)
- _gid — Google Analytics, distinguishes users (24 hours)
4. Cookies We Do NOT Use
- Advertising or targeting cookies
- Social media tracking cookies
- Cross-site tracking cookies
- Third-party retargeting pixels
5. Managing Cookies
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies — see your browser help documentation.
- Google Analytics opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Contact us: Email shayak@thedigitalnomad.co.in to request data deletion.
6. Legal Basis
Our use of cookies complies with the IT Act 2000, DPDP Act 2023, and GDPR where applicable. Analytics cookies are placed only with your consent.
Last Updated: May 1, 2026
