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Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and browser storage - and what you can do about it.
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This Cookie Policy explains how SmartCampusBuddy uses cookies and similar browser storage technologies when you visit our resume builder at smartcampusbuddy.com. We keep our use of cookies minimal and purposeful.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser that allow a website to remember information about your visit. We also use browser localStorage, which works similarly but stores data locally in your browser without expiry by default.
Cookies We Use
1. Essential Authentication Cookie
When you sign in, we store a session cookie that keeps you logged in during your visit. Without this cookie, you would need to sign in on every page. This cookie is essential to the operation of the service and cannot be disabled if you want to use your account.
- Purpose: Authentication and session management
- Type: Session / persistent (depending on "Remember me")
- Data stored: Encrypted authentication token - no personal data in plain text
2. Browser LocalStorage
We use your browser's localStorage to save your in-progress resume content and editor settings between visits. This keeps the builder responsive and prevents data loss if you accidentally close the tab. This data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers until you explicitly save your resume.
- Purpose: Auto-save resume drafts, editor state
- Type: Browser localStorage (not a cookie - persists until cleared)
- Data stored: Your resume form data and template preferences
3. Resume Checklist State
If you use our Resume Checklist, your progress is saved in localStorage so you don't lose your progress between visits.
Third-Party Cookies (Advertising)
Our site may display advertising served by Google AdSense. Google and its advertising partners may use cookies - including the DoubleClick DART cookie - to serve ads tailored to your interests based on your visits to this and other websites. These are third-party cookies set by Google, not by us.
You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting:
Payment Processing
When you make a payment, you are redirected to Razorpay's secure checkout. Razorpay may set its own cookies to manage the payment session. We do not control those cookies - please refer to Razorpay's privacy and cookie policy for details.
How to Control Cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may prevent you from signing in or using account-dependent features. To clear localStorage:
- Chrome: Developer Tools → Application → Local Storage → Clear
- Firefox: Developer Tools → Storage → Local Storage → Clear
- Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy if our practices change. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "Last updated" date above.
Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at smartcampusbuddy@gmail.com.
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