Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 14 Dec 2024

At Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV), we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website, provide personalized content, and analyze site traffic. By accessing or using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. This page explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) when you visit a website. They enable the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language settings, and display preferences) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re-enter them each time you visit the site or navigate from one page to another.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies to enhance the functionality and user experience of our website:

a. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our website. They enable features such as navigation, account login, and accessing secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided.

b. Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information about site usage. This helps us improve the performance and usability of the site. For example, performance cookies allow us to analyze the number of visits to pages and the most popular content.

c. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences, region, or customizations) to provide a more personalized experience. These cookies may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as viewing videos or commenting on blog posts.

d. Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver ads that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by third-party advertising networks.

e. Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us gather data about how you use the website, such as which pages you visit and how long you spend on the site. This information is collected in an anonymous format and helps us improve our website’s design and content.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• To improve user experience: Cookies help us remember your preferences and settings to make your visit more efficient.
• To analyze website traffic: Cookies provide us with data on how our website is used, allowing us to improve its performance.
• To personalize content and advertisements: Cookies help tailor content and ads to your interests, based on your browsing behavior on our site.
• To ensure security: Certain cookies are used to protect your data and help prevent unauthorized access to your account or personal information.

4. How to Control and Manage Cookies

You have the option to manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but please note that some features of our website may not function properly if cookies are disabled. The following instructions outline how you can adjust your cookie preferences in the most commonly used browsers:

• Google Chrome:
  • Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
  • Select your preferred option for cookie settings (Allow all cookies, Block third-party cookies, etc.).
• Mozilla Firefox:
  • Go to Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
  • Select your preferred cookie settings (Standard, Strict, Custom).
• Safari:
  • Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies.
• Microsoft Edge:
  • Go to Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Manage and Delete Cookies and Site Data.
  • Choose your desired cookie settings.

You can also delete cookies stored on your device at any time via your browser settings.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers, such as advertisers, to set cookies on our website. These third-party cookies may be used to collect information about your activities across different websites and provide you with targeted advertising. We do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the third-party providers.

6. Consent to Use Cookies

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you can disable them through your browser settings or refrain from using our website.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

RGPV reserves the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage them.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Email: egov@rgpv.ac.in
Phone: 0755 – 2678891-92