Cookie Policy

Effective Date: May 1, 2025

Last Updated: May 1, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Tech Wynk IT Solutions LLP and its brands (Xpertised, AreUCertified, Wynk Agency, Wynk Jobs, NestLocate) use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites and platforms.

3.1  What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, maintain sessions, and gather analytics data. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, pixels, and web beacons.

3.2  Types of Cookies We Use

  1. a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our platforms to function. They enable features like login sessions, security tokens, and cart/checkout functionality. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

  • Session authentication tokens (NextAuth.js, Laravel Sanctum)
  • CSRF protection tokens
  • Load balancer and server routing cookies
  1. b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our platforms so we can improve them.

  • Google Analytics (anonymised IP)
  • Page load and error tracking
  • Search behaviour and filter usage analytics
  1. c) Functionality Cookies

These remember your preferences and personalise your experience.

  • Language and region preferences
  • Job alert preferences on Wynk Jobs
  • Search filter memory on NestLocate
  • Course progress on Xpertised
  1. d) Marketing & Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to show you relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. They are only set with your consent.

  • Google Ads / Facebook Pixel (retargeting)
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag (for professional audience targeting)
  • UTM tracking parameters

3.3  Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties embedded in our platforms:

  • YouTube (embedded course videos on Xpertised)
  • Google Maps (property location on NestLocate)
  • Stripe / Razorpay (payment processing)
  • Intercom or similar (live chat support)

We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for details.

3.4  Cookie Consent & Your Choices

  • When you first visit our platforms, a cookie consent banner will be displayed.
  • You may accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.
  • You can also manage cookies through your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our platforms.
  • To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, visit: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

3.5  Cookie Retention

  • Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Range from 30 days (marketing) to 12 months (preferences)
  • We review and update our cookie list periodically

3.6  Contact

For questions about our Cookie Policy, email: privacy@techwynk.com