Cookie Policy for
Perhire Platform
Cookie Policy for
Perhire Platform
1. Introduction and Scope
This Cookie Policy explains how Empathetic Technologies Pvt. Ltd. ("Perhire", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on perhire.ai and related services (the "Platform").
This Policy must be read with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. It applies to all Platform users (Clients and Freelancers). By providing explicit consent via our cookie banner, you agree to the use of cookies as described herein.
2. Definition of Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, login status, and settings. This Policy covers cookies, web beacons, pixels, and local storage objects that store information on your device.
3. Consent Mechanism
Per The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, we obtain your explicit, informed, and freely given consent before placing non-essential cookies.
When you first visit our Platform, a consent banner will:
● Inform you about cookie categories and purposes
● Provide options to accept all, reject all non-essential, or manage preferences granularly
● Require explicit opt-in action (no pre-ticked boxes for non-essential cookies)
Your choices are recorded and respected during subsequent visits.
4. Cookie Categories and Detailed Breakdown
We use first-party and third-party cookies in these categories:
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for Platform functionality. Cannot be switched off. Set in response to your actions (login, form submission, privacy preferences). Do not store personally identifiable information. Do not require consent under law.
B. Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and personalization. May be set by us or third-party providers. Some services may not function properly if you disable these cookies.
C. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve Platform performance. Help identify popular pages and user navigation patterns. All information is aggregated and anonymous.
D. Targeting and Advertising Cookies
May be set by advertising partners through our site. Used to build interest profiles and show relevant ads on other sites. Do not store directly personal information but identify your browser and device.
E. Specific Cookies Used
The following table details all cookies used on our Platform:
1. Introduction and Scope
This Cookie Policy explains how Empathetic Technologies Pvt. Ltd. ("Perhire", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on perhire.ai and related services (the "Platform").
This Policy must be read with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. It applies to all Platform users (Clients and Freelancers). By providing explicit consent via our cookie banner, you agree to the use of cookies as described herein.
2. Definition of Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, login status, and settings. This Policy covers cookies, web beacons, pixels, and local storage objects that store information on your device.
3. Consent Mechanism
Per The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, we obtain your explicit, informed, and freely given consent before placing non-essential cookies.
When you first visit our Platform, a consent banner will:
● Inform you about cookie categories and purposes
● Provide options to accept all, reject all non-essential, or manage preferences granularly
● Require explicit opt-in action (no pre-ticked boxes for non-essential cookies)
Your choices are recorded and respected during subsequent visits.
4. Cookie Categories and Detailed Breakdown
We use first-party and third-party cookies in these categories:
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for Platform functionality. Cannot be switched off. Set in response to your actions (login, form submission, privacy preferences). Do not store personally identifiable information. Do not require consent under law.
B. Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and personalization. May be set by us or third-party providers. Some services may not function properly if you disable these cookies.
C. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve Platform performance. Help identify popular pages and user navigation patterns. All information is aggregated and anonymous.
D. Targeting and Advertising Cookies
May be set by advertising partners through our site. Used to build interest profiles and show relevant ads on other sites. Do not store directly personal information but identify your browser and device.
E. Specific Cookies Used
The following table details all cookies used on our Platform:
Notes:
● "Session" cookies expire when you close your browser
● "1st Party" cookies are set by Perhire; "3rd Party" are set by external providers
● Durations shown are maximum retention periods; cookies may be deleted earlier if you clear browser data
5. Managing and Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw consent as easily as giving it:
Via Consent Management Tool
Click "Cookie Settings" in our website footer to adjust preferences for each non-essential cookie category anytime.
Via Browser Settings
Most browsers allow cookie control through settings. You can refuse all or some cookies, or receive alerts when cookies are sent. Blocking all cookies (including essential ones) may prevent access to Platform features.
6. Third-Party Cookies and Tag Management
Some cookies are set by third-party services for analytics, advertising, and functionality. We do not control these cookies.
Tag Management System
We use Google Tag Manager (GTM) as a tag deployment system. GTM itself does not set cookies (except in preview/debug mode for administrators). It serves as a centralized platform to deploy and manage tracking tags from various providers.
Third-Party Cookie Providers
Review third-party privacy policies for detailed information:
Analytics:
● Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Advertising & Marketing:
● Meta (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/policy/cookies/
● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy
● Quora: https://www.quora.com/about/privacy
● TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/legal/cookie-policy
● X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/en/privacy
● Microsoft Advertising: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
7. Data Collected
Cookies may collect: IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers, operating system, pages visited, features used, and time spent on Platform. See our Privacy Policy for comprehensive data processing details.
8. Data Principal Rights
Under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have rights to: access information about personal data processing, request correction and erasure, and nominate someone to exercise your rights in case of death or incapacity. While this Policy addresses consent management, our Privacy Policy details the full procedure for exercising all rights.
9. International Data Transfers
Personal data collected through cookies may be transferred to countries outside India where our third-party providers (Google, Meta) maintain servers. Transfers comply with DPDP Act, 2023 to countries not on restricted lists specified by the Government of India. These providers are contractually bound to implement security safeguards equivalent to Indian law requirements.
10. Consequences of Refusing Cookies
Rejecting or disabling non-essential cookies may affect your Platform experience. Core functionalities remain accessible, but features relying on functional or analytics cookies (content personalization, preference memory) may not work correctly.
11. Response to 'Do Not Track' Signals
Web browsers may transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) or Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. As there is no industry-wide consensus on interpreting these signals, our Platform does not currently alter practices upon receiving DNT or GPC signals. You have direct control over cookie preferences through our consent management tool.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not intended for anyone under 18 ("Child"). We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personally identifiable information from Children. If we become aware of inadvertent collection, we will immediately remove such data.
13. Data Retention
Cookie durations are specified in the table in Section 4.E above. Retention periods for personal data collected from cookies are governed by principles in our Privacy Policy's "Data Retention" section.
14. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Effective Date" and, where legally required, by providing prominent notice on our Platform or obtaining fresh consent.
15. Governing Law
This Cookie Policy is governed by laws of India, including The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and The Information Technology Act, 2000. Disputes arising from this Policy are subject to exclusive jurisdiction of competent courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
16. Contact and Grievance Redressal
For queries, concerns, or grievances regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, contact our Grievance Officer:
Name: Aditya G
Email: contact@perhire.ai
Address: Empathetic Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
We will acknowledge receipt within 24 hours and endeavor to resolve grievances within 15 days from receipt.
17. Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring this Cookie Policy is accessible to all users. If you have difficulty accessing this policy or require it in a different format, contact us using the details above.
18. Severability
If any provision of this Policy is held unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish its objectives to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Notes:
● "Session" cookies expire when you close your browser
● "1st Party" cookies are set by Perhire; "3rd Party" are set by external providers
● Durations shown are maximum retention periods; cookies may be deleted earlier if you clear browser data
5. Managing and Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw consent as easily as giving it:
Via Consent Management Tool
Click "Cookie Settings" in our website footer to adjust preferences for each non-essential cookie category anytime.
Via Browser Settings
Most browsers allow cookie control through settings. You can refuse all or some cookies, or receive alerts when cookies are sent. Blocking all cookies (including essential ones) may prevent access to Platform features.
6. Third-Party Cookies and Tag Management
Some cookies are set by third-party services for analytics, advertising, and functionality. We do not control these cookies.
Tag Management System
We use Google Tag Manager (GTM) as a tag deployment system. GTM itself does not set cookies (except in preview/debug mode for administrators). It serves as a centralized platform to deploy and manage tracking tags from various providers.
Third-Party Cookie Providers
Review third-party privacy policies for detailed information:
Analytics:
● Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Advertising & Marketing:
● Meta (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/policy/cookies/
● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy
● Quora: https://www.quora.com/about/privacy
● TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/legal/cookie-policy
● X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/en/privacy
● Microsoft Advertising: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
7. Data Collected
Cookies may collect: IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers, operating system, pages visited, features used, and time spent on Platform. See our Privacy Policy for comprehensive data processing details.
8. Data Principal Rights
Under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have rights to: access information about personal data processing, request correction and erasure, and nominate someone to exercise your rights in case of death or incapacity. While this Policy addresses consent management, our Privacy Policy details the full procedure for exercising all rights.
9. International Data Transfers
Personal data collected through cookies may be transferred to countries outside India where our third-party providers (Google, Meta) maintain servers. Transfers comply with DPDP Act, 2023 to countries not on restricted lists specified by the Government of India. These providers are contractually bound to implement security safeguards equivalent to Indian law requirements.
10. Consequences of Refusing Cookies
Rejecting or disabling non-essential cookies may affect your Platform experience. Core functionalities remain accessible, but features relying on functional or analytics cookies (content personalization, preference memory) may not work correctly.
11. Response to 'Do Not Track' Signals
Web browsers may transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) or Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. As there is no industry-wide consensus on interpreting these signals, our Platform does not currently alter practices upon receiving DNT or GPC signals. You have direct control over cookie preferences through our consent management tool.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not intended for anyone under 18 ("Child"). We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personally identifiable information from Children. If we become aware of inadvertent collection, we will immediately remove such data.
13. Data Retention
Cookie durations are specified in the table in Section 4.E above. Retention periods for personal data collected from cookies are governed by principles in our Privacy Policy's "Data Retention" section.
14. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Effective Date" and, where legally required, by providing prominent notice on our Platform or obtaining fresh consent.
15. Governing Law
This Cookie Policy is governed by laws of India, including The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and The Information Technology Act, 2000. Disputes arising from this Policy are subject to exclusive jurisdiction of competent courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
16. Contact and Grievance Redressal
For queries, concerns, or grievances regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, contact our Grievance Officer:
Name: Aditya G
Email: contact@perhire.ai
Address: Empathetic Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
We will acknowledge receipt within 24 hours and endeavor to resolve grievances within 15 days from receipt.
17. Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring this Cookie Policy is accessible to all users. If you have difficulty accessing this policy or require it in a different format, contact us using the details above.
18. Severability
If any provision of this Policy is held unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish its objectives to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Work flows better when everything clicks
Whether you're building something big or joining something great — PerHire brings together vetted talent, structured briefs, and human support to make collaboration seamless. For freelancers. For companies. For the future of work.
Work flows better when everything clicks
Whether you're building something big or joining something great — PerHire brings together vetted talent, structured briefs, and human support to make collaboration seamless. For freelancers. For companies. For the future of work.
Work flows better when everything clicks
Whether you're building something big or joining something great — PerHire brings together vetted talent, structured briefs, and human support to make collaboration seamless. For freelancers. For companies. For the future of work.