Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy for Kundalini Rahasya
Last Updated: 18-01-2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Kundalini Rahasya (https://kundalinirahasya.in/) ("Website," "we," "us," or "our"). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Website dedicated to kundalini and meditation practices.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which provide further details about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Cookies typically contain:
The name of the server the cookie was sent from
The lifetime of the cookie
A value - usually a randomly generated unique number
The website that places a cookie on your device can only recognize that specific cookie, not any other information about your device or your identity.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several legitimate purposes:
3.1 Essential Functionality
To enable basic website functions
To remember your preferences and settings
To maintain your logged-in status (if applicable)
To ensure website security
3.2 Performance and Analytics
To understand how visitors use our Website
To identify areas for improvement
To measure the effectiveness of our content
To analyze traffic patterns
3.3 Personalization
To remember your preferences for future visits
To provide content relevant to your interests
To customize your experience based on previous interactions
3.4 Marketing and Advertising
To display relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense)
To measure ad performance
To limit the number of times you see an ad
To understand the effectiveness of advertising
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by our Website directly. They include:
Essential Cookies:
Session management cookies
Security cookies
Load balancing cookies
Preference Cookies:
Language preference cookies
Theme/display preference cookies
Consent management cookies
4.2 Third-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by domains other than ours. They include:
Analytics Cookies:
Google Analytics cookies
Performance tracking cookies
Advertising Cookies:
Google AdSense cookies
Remarketing cookies
Social Media Cookies:
Facebook integration cookies (if applicable)
YouTube embedding cookies
Functional Third-Party Cookies:
OneSignal push notification cookies
Embedded content cookies
5. Detailed Cookie Table
Here's a comprehensive list of cookies we use:
Essential Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Kundalini Rahasya | Maintains user session | Session | First-party |
| csrf_token | Kundalini Rahasya | Security against cross-site request forgery | Session | First-party |
| consent_status | Kundalini Rahasya | Remembers cookie consent preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| language_pref | Kundalini Rahasya | Stores language preference | 1 year | First-party |
Performance and Analytics Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Third-party |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Third-party |
| ga[ID] | Google Analytics | Persists session state | 2 years | Third-party |
| AMP_TOKEN | Google Analytics | Contains a token for retrieving Client ID | 30 seconds to 1 year | Third-party |
Advertising Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google AdSense | Used for conversion tracking | 3 months | Third-party |
| IDE | DoubleClick | Used for Google AdSense advertising | 1 year | Third-party |
| test_cookie | DoubleClick | Tests if browser accepts cookies | Session | Third-party |
| NID | Contains a unique ID for preferences | 6 months | Third-party |
Functional Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| onesignal_notification_id | OneSignal | Stores push notification preferences | Persistent | Third-party |
| _osm_root | OneSignal | OneSignal service identification | Session | Third-party |
| _osm_welcome | OneSignal | Welcomes returning users | Persistent | Third-party |
Social Media Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube | Tracks YouTube embedded videos | 6 months | Third-party |
| YSC | YouTube | Tracks YouTube video views | Session | Third-party |
| GPS | YouTube | Stores location data | 30 minutes | Third-party |
6. How We Use Specific Cookie Technologies
6.1 Google Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand:
How many visitors come to our Website
Which pages are most popular
How long visitors stay on each page
What geographic locations our visitors come from
What devices and browsers are used
Google Analytics collects only aggregated, anonymous data. You can learn more about Google Analytics cookies here: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
6.2 Google AdSense Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements. These cookies help:
Show ads relevant to your interests
Limit the number of times you see an ad
Measure ad effectiveness
Detect and prevent fraud
You can learn more about Google advertising cookies here: How Google Uses Cookies
6.3 OneSignal Cookies
We use OneSignal to deliver push notifications. These cookies:
Remember your notification preferences
Identify your device for notification delivery
Track notification delivery and engagement
6.4 Social Media Cookies
When you interact with embedded content (like YouTube videos), these platforms may set cookies. We don't control these cookies, and you should review the respective privacy policies:
7. Your Cookie Choices and Controls
7.1 Initial Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner that:
Informs you about our use of cookies
Allows you to accept all cookies
Allows you to reject non-essential cookies
Provides a link to this Cookie Policy for more information
7.2 Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
To delete existing cookies:
Most browsers: Settings → Privacy and Security → Clear browsing data
Select "Cookies and other site data"
To block future cookies:
Most browsers: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Choose your preferred setting (e.g., block third-party cookies)
Browser-specific guides:
7.3 Opt-Out Tools
Google Analytics Opt-Out:
You can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-Out
Advertising Opt-Outs:
Google Ads Settings: Ad Settings
Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out
Digital Advertising Alliance: DAA Opt-Out
7.4 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, our Website does not respond to DNT signals because no common industry standard for DNT has been adopted. However, you can still control tracking through the cookie settings described above.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or block certain cookies, please understand that:
8.1 Essential Cookies
If you block essential cookies, parts of our Website may not function properly. You may:
Be unable to stay logged in
Experience security warnings
Have difficulty navigating certain features
Lose customized settings
8.2 Performance Cookies
If you block performance cookies, we won't be able to:
Learn how to improve our Website
Understand which content is most helpful
Identify and fix technical issues
Measure our audience accurately
8.3 Functional Cookies
If you block functional cookies, you may:
Lose your preferences and settings
Need to reconfigure options on each visit
Not receive push notifications
Experience less personalized content
8.4 Advertising Cookies
If you block advertising cookies, you may:
See less relevant advertisements
See the same ads more frequently
Not support our Website through ad revenue
9. Cookie Lifespan
Cookies have different lifespans:
9.1 Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They're used for:
Maintaining your session
Security during your visit
Temporary preferences
9.2 Persistent Cookies
These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They're used for:
Remembering login information (if applicable)
Storing preferences
Analytics and advertising
10. Cookie Security
We take cookie security seriously:
10.1 Secure Transmission
Where possible, we use secure cookies that are only transmitted over HTTPS connections.
10.2 HttpOnly Cookies
We use HttpOnly cookies where appropriate to prevent access through client-side scripts.
10.3 SameSite Attributes
We implement SameSite cookie attributes to protect against cross-site request forgery attacks.
10.4 Regular Review
We regularly review our cookie usage to ensure:
We're only using necessary cookies
Cookies have appropriate security settings
Third-party cookies are from reputable providers
11. Third-Party Cookies and External Services
11.1 Embedded Content
Our Website may include embedded content from:
YouTube (for meditation videos)
Social media platforms
Other spiritual content providers
These services may set their own cookies. We don't control these cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.
11.2 Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that set cookies:
Google Services:
Google Analytics (analytics)
Google AdSense (advertising)
YouTube (video content)
Other Services:
OneSignal (push notifications)
Social media platforms (sharing features)
12. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
Changes in our cookie practices
New legal requirements
Updates to third-party services
Technological developments
We will notify you of significant changes by:
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Posting a notice on our Website
Sending notifications to registered users (where applicable)
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
13. International Visitors
If you are visiting our Website from outside India, please note that:
13.1 Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where our third-party service providers are located.
13.2 Legal Basis
For visitors from the European Economic Area (EEA) and United Kingdom:
Our use of essential cookies is based on our legitimate interest
Our use of non-essential cookies is based on your consent
You can withdraw consent at any time through cookie settings
13.3 Regional Rights
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding cookies. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about your regional rights.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Alternative Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +91 7972869033
Website: https://kundalinirahasya.in/
We aim to respond to cookie-related inquiries within 48 hours.
15. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies:
15.1 General Information
15.2 Regulatory Guidance
15.3 Browser-Specific Help
16. Consent Management
16.1 How to Change Your Consent
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
Clicking the cookie settings icon (usually in the corner of our Website)
Adjusting your browser settings as described in Section 7
Clearing cookies through your browser
16.2 Withdrawing Consent
If you wish to withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies:
Visit our cookie settings panel
Disable the categories you no longer consent to
Save your preferences
16.3 Consent Records
We maintain records of cookie consents to demonstrate compliance with applicable laws.
17. Spiritual Practice Considerations
Given the nature of our content about kundalini and meditation, we want to assure you that:
17.1 No Intrusive Tracking During Practice
We do not use cookies to track:
Your specific meditation practices
Personal spiritual experiences
Sensitive self-disclosures
Private reflections
17.2 Respect for Spiritual Privacy
We respect the sacred nature of spiritual exploration and:
Use cookies minimally and transparently
Provide clear opt-out mechanisms
Protect your browsing privacy
Don't associate cookies with sensitive spiritual data
17.3 Focus on Service, Not Surveillance
Our primary goal with cookies is to:
Improve your experience on our Website
Provide relevant spiritual content
Maintain website functionality
Support our mission through ethical advertising
This Cookie Policy has been created to provide comprehensive information about our use of cookies while maintaining the trust and spiritual integrity of our kundalini and meditation community.