Cookie Policy

Effective Date: February 01, 2026
Last Updated: February 01, 2026

1. Introduction

Forte India Enterprises Private Limited (“Forte India,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”), a company registered under the Companies Act, 2013, with registered office at 119/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, India, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://forteindia.co.in/ to enhance user experience and improve our services.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how We use them, the types of cookies We use, and how You can control Your cookie preferences.

This Cookie Policy complies with:
• Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023, Government of India
• Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable Rules
• Global best practices for cookie consent and transparency

This Cookies Policy must be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains in detail how we collect, use, store, share, and protect personal data, as well as your rights under applicable law. You can review the Privacy Policy at the “Privacy Policy” link in the footer of our website or directly at: https://forteindia.co.in/privacy-policy/.

By using Our website, You acknowledge that You have read and understood this Cookie Policy. Your continued use constitutes Your consent to Our use of cookies as described, subject to Your ability to manage preferences as outlined below.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on Your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when You visit a website. Cookies help websites:

Recognize Your device and remember Your preferences

Store information about Your browsing behavior

Provide essential website functionality

Analyze website traffic and usage patterns

Improve user experience

Cookies are safe and cannot run programs, deliver viruses, or access Your hard drive.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Website Operations: To enable core functionality including user registration, login authentication, session management, security, and form submissions.

Performance and Functionality: To remember Your preferences (language, region), enhance website performance, and provide a better user experience.

Analytics and Usage Monitoring: To understand how visitors use Our website, which pages are popular, time spent on pages, and identify technical issues.

Workshop Registration Management: To facilitate ITI student workshop registrations, save partially completed forms, and track registration progress.

Communication: To enable contact forms, inquiry submissions, and feedback collection.

For a full description of how the information collected through cookies may constitute personal data and how we process such personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy available at: https://forteindia.co.in/privacy-policy/.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are essential for website operation and cannot be disabled. They enable:

User authentication and login sessions

Security and fraud prevention

Workshop registration form functionality

Session management

Cookie consent preferences

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for service delivery and do not require explicit consent under DPDPA 2023. However, You may disable them through browser settings (may affect functionality).

4.2 Performance and Functionality Cookies

These cookies enhance performance but are not strictly necessary:

Remembering language and region preferences

Saving partially completed registration forms

Improving page load speed

Providing enhanced features

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest and consent. You may opt out or withdraw consent.

4.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help Us understand website usage:

Page views and navigation patterns

Time spent on pages

Sources of traffic (search engines, direct, referrals)

Technical errors and issues

User demographics and device types

We may use:

• Google Analytics (anonymized)

• Internal analytics tools

Legal Basis: Consent under DPDPA 2023. You may opt out.

5. First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

5.1 First-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by Forte India to operate and improve Our website. We have full control over these cookies.

5.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies may be set by external service providers:

Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

Cloud hosting providers

Payment processors (if applicable)

Social media platforms (if social sharing enabled)

Where third‑party cookies involve processing of personal data on Our behalf (for example, analytics or communication tools), such third parties act as data processors and are bound by written agreements requiring compliance with data protection laws, reasonable security safeguards, breach‑notification duties, and appropriate indemnity in Our favour for violations caused by their acts or omissions.

We do not control third-party cookies. They are governed by the privacy policies of respective third parties.

6. Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies

6.1 Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when You close Your browser. Used for session management during Your visit.

6.2 Persistent Cookies

Remain on Your device until expiry or manual deletion. Duration varies (minutes to years). You can view and delete through browser settings.

7. Cookie Consent and Withdrawal

7.1 Consent Requirement (DPDPA 2023)

Under DPDPA 2023, We obtain Your informed consent before placing non-essential cookies. When You first visit, You will see a cookie consent banner allowing You to:

Accept all cookies

Reject non-essential cookies

Customize preferences by category

Consent obtained through clear affirmative action (clicking “Accept” or “Save Preferences”). No pre-ticked boxes or implied consent.

7.2 Withdrawal of Consent

You may withdraw consent anytime by:

• Clicking “Cookie Settings” link in website footer

• Accessing cookie preferences in browser

• Contacting [email protected]

Withdrawal does not affect prior processing.

8. How to Manage and Control Cookies

8.1 Cookie Consent Tool

Use Our cookie banner or preference center to accept/reject cookies by category and change preferences anytime.

8.2 Browser Settings

Manage cookies through browser settings:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies

Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Important: Blocking cookies may affect website functionality. You may not be able to register for workshops or access certain features.

8.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” signals. There is no universal standard. We currently do not respond to DNT signals but provide alternative cookie controls.

9. Detailed Cookie Table

Key cookies used on Our website:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Category	Duration	Provider
session_id	User session management	Essential	Session	Forte India
csrf_token	Security protection	Essential	Session	Forte India
user_prefs	User preferences	Functional	1 year	Forte India
registration_form	Save registration progress	Functional	7 days	Forte India
_ga	Google Analytics	Analytics	2 years	Google
cookie_consent	Cookie preferences	Essential	1 year	Forte India

Note: This table represents key cookies. For complete list, use Our cookie consent tool or contact privacy [email protected].

10. Your Rights Under DPDPA 2023

You have the right to:

Access personal data collected through cookies

Request deletion of cookie data

Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

File complaint with Data Protection Board of India

Contact [email protected] to exercise rights.

11. Children’s Privacy (Students Under 18)

Our website is accessed by ITI students, many under 18. We comply with DPDPA 2023 requirements for children’s data:

Obtain verifiable parental consent before processing data of minors

Do not use cookies for behavioral tracking or profiling of students

Use cookies only for essential functions and educational services

Parents/guardians may contact [email protected] to manage their child’s cookie preferences.

12. Security of Cookie Data

We implement security measures to protect cookie data:

Secure transmission (HTTPS/SSL)

Encryption of sensitive data

Access controls and authentication

Regular security audits

However, no system is 100% secure. We use commercially reasonable efforts.

13. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Policy. We will notify You by:

Posting updated Policy with new “Last Updated” date

Displaying website notice

Email to registered users (if applicable)

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

14. Contact Us

For questions or requests regarding this Cookie Policy:

Forte India Enterprises Private Limited
119/23, Naseemabad Rd, Gumti No.5, Darshan Purwa,
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208012, India
Website: https://forteindia.co.in/
Email: [email protected]
Grievance Officer: Mr. Ritesh Sharma
Phone: +91 63869 02979

15. Grievance Redressal

Grievance Officer:
Name: Mr. Ritesh Sharma
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91 63869 02979
Address: 119/23, Naseemabad Rd, Kanpur, UP 208012

Grievances acknowledged within 7 days, resolved within 30 days.

Data Protection Board of India: www.dpb.gov.in

16. Acknowledgment

By using Our website, You acknowledge You have read, understood, and agree to the use of cookies as described. You may manage preferences or withdraw consent through methods outlined above.

Document Control

Document Title	Forte India Enterprises Cookie Policy
Version	1.0 (DPDPA 2023 Compliant)
Effective Date	February 01, 2026
Last Updated	February 01, 2026
Prepared For	Forte India Enterprises Private Limited
Review Frequency	Annually or as required
Jurisdiction	India (Kanpur, UP)