Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how St. Mary's School, Vashi ("School", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on stmarysvashi.in ("Website").

This Cookie Policy should be read together with the School's Privacy Policy and Website Terms of Use.

By continuing to use the Website, you acknowledge the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, mobile phone, or other device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites function properly, remember certain preferences, improve security, and enhance the overall user experience.

Cookies generally do not identify an individual by themselves, but they may be associated with information that can identify a user when combined with other data.

The School uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• enable essential Website functionality;
• maintain the security and integrity of the Website;
• support embedded services made available through the Website;
• remember certain user preferences where applicable; and
• improve the performance and reliability of the Website.

The School does not use cookies to deliver targeted advertising or personalised marketing.

Depending on the features available on the Website, the following categories of cookies may be used.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the proper operation of the Website. These cookies enable basic functions such as page navigation, security features, and access to certain online services. Without these cookies, some parts of the Website may not function correctly.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies may be used to remember user preferences or improve the usability of the Website. These cookies help provide a more consistent browsing experience.

Third-Party Cookies

Some features available on the Website may be provided by third-party service providers. Examples include:

• interactive maps;
• online ERP Services;
• online fee payment services; and
• other embedded educational or communication services.

These services may place their own cookies or use similar technologies in accordance with their respective privacy and cookie policies. The School does not control the cookies used by third-party services.

Analytics Cookies

The Website does not currently use analytics cookies for visitor tracking or website analytics. If analytics services are introduced in the future, this Cookie Policy will be updated to explain the information collected and how it is used.

The Website may provide access to or integrate with third-party services that operate independently of the School. These services may collect technical information or place cookies on your device when you interact with them.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy and cookie policies of such third-party service providers before using their services.

Most web browsers allow users to:

• view stored cookies;
• delete cookies;
• block cookies;
• receive notifications before cookies are stored; or
• configure browser settings to manage cookies.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the Website or related online services. Instructions for managing cookies can usually be found in your browser's Help, Settings, or Preferences menu.

The School may revise this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in applicable laws, technology, Website functionality, or operational practices.

Any revised version will be published on the Website together with the updated "Last Updated" date. Unless otherwise stated, revisions shall take effect immediately upon publication on the Website.

Users are encouraged to review this Cookie Policy periodically.