Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies & Why We Use Them

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit the PAIRLMS Platform. They help us remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how the Platform is used so we can improve it.

We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage where appropriate. This policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies".

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Platform to function. They enable login sessions, security tokens, and basic navigation. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

• pairlms_session — Maintains your login session (expires when browser closes)
• pairlms_csrf — Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks (session)
• pairlms_theme — Remembers your preferred colour theme (1 year)

Functional Cookies

These remember your preferences to provide a personalised experience.

• pairlms_lang — Stores preferred language setting (1 year)
• pairlms_dash_layout — Remembers your dashboard widget arrangement (6 months)

Analytics Cookies

We use anonymised analytics to understand feature usage and improve the Platform. No personally identifiable information is included.

• Aggregated usage heatmaps (feature click frequency, page load performance)
• Error and crash reporting (anonymised device/browser metadata only)

How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies through:

• Browser Settings: All major browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from logging in.
• Platform Settings: Functional and analytics cookies can be toggled in your Account Settings → Privacy panel.

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Third-Party Services & Their Cookies

Certain features of PAIRLMS integrate with third-party services that may set their own cookies:

• Google Meet / Zoom — When scheduling online classes, these services may set cookies to handle video conferencing sessions.
• Razorpay / PayU — Our payment gateways use cookies to secure and process transactions.
• Google Maps — GPS Transport Tracking uses Google Maps, which may set map preference cookies.

These third-party cookies are governed by the respective companies' privacy policies. PAIRLMS does not control them.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as we add new features or as regulations change. Material changes will be notified via a banner on the Platform and to the registered school administrator's email address with at least 14 days notice.