Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2025-11-11
This Cookie Policy explains how AANI uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. Cookies help us provide, secure and improve our services, and provide analytics and marketing functionality. You can manage cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings control (link provided in the site footer).
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time.
2. Cookie categories we use
- Strictly necessary: Required for site operation, login sessions, and security. These cannot be disabled if you wish to use core features.
- Functional: Enable enhanced site functionality (e.g., remembering language or preferences).
- Analytics: Help us understand how our site is used (e.g., page views, navigation) so we can improve it. Analytics cookies are only set when you consent.
- Marketing: Used to deliver targeted advertising or measure campaign performance. Only set with consent.
3. Example cookies
| Cookie | Category | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|
| aani_session | Strictly necessary | Session management and authentication | Session |
| aani_pref | Functional | User interface preferences (language, display) | 1 year |
| _ga (Google Analytics) | Analytics | Distinguish users for analytics | 2 years |
| _gads | Marketing | Ad-related tracking (if used) | 90 days |
4. Consent & controlling cookies
On first visit, we display a cookie banner giving you the option to accept or manage non-essential cookies. You may:
- Accept all cookies.
- Reject non-essential cookies (only strictly necessary cookies will be used).
- Open cookie settings to choose categories (functional, analytics, marketing).
Your cookie choices are stored in a consent cookie. You can change or withdraw consent at any time via the Manage cookies link in the page footer or by clearing cookies in your browser.
5. Third-party cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies for analytics, email delivery, event platforms, or advertising. These providers are responsible for their cookies and data usage; consult their privacy/cookie pages for details.
6. How to block cookies in your browser
You can control cookies through your browser settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari). Blocking cookies may impact site functionality.
7. Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy. Revisions will be posted here with an updated date.
Contact: Use the website contact form or your chapter leadership for enquiries about cookies and consent.
