Last Updated: July 2026
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to the website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
Global Chanakya ("the Platform") uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes. Below is a detailed breakdown of the types of cookies we use and their purposes:
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, the services you have requested cannot be provided.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | User authentication session | Session |
| next-auth.csrf-token | CSRF protection for form submissions | Session |
| gc_fingerprint | Session fingerprinting for security | 1 year |
| gc_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Platform. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular, how visitors navigate our site, and where they come from. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
Our Platform displays advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your visit to our Platform and other websites on the internet. These cookies enable Google and its partners to serve ads to you based on your interests and browsing history.
Key advertising cookies include:
You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting www.aboutads.info/choices.
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide other functionality. These third-party services include:
We have no control over third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these services for more information about their cookie practices.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are being set. Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our Platform may not function properly.
Here are links to cookie settings for popular browsers:
To opt out of personalised advertising by Google, visit the Google Ads Settings page. You can also opt out of some third-party advertising cookies through the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
For questions about this Cookie Policy, please see our Privacy Policy or contact us via our Contact page.