Understanding how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience
Last updated: September 18, 2025
Effective date: January 1, 2024
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About This Policy
This Cookies Policy explains how Indica 7 uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform.
We believe in transparency and want you to understand what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
Your Control: You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie consent tool
or through your browser settings. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic functionality.
Privacy Focused
We only use cookies that are necessary or that enhance your experience on our platform.
Fully Configurable
You have full control over non-essential cookies and can customize your preferences.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help websites remember information about your visit, making your experience more convenient and personalized.
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
• Help with navigation during your visit
• Maintain login status while browsing
• Remember items in your session
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
• Remember your preferences
• Keep you logged in between visits
• Provide personalized experience
Cookie Information
Cookies typically contain:
Name
Cookie identifier
Value
Stored information
Expiry
When it expires
Domain
Which site set it
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to provide you with a better, more personalized experience on our platform.
Here's how cookies help us serve you better:
Authentication & Security
Keep you logged in securely and protect against fraud
Personalization
Remember your preferences, language, and customizations
Performance
Optimize loading times and improve site functionality
Analytics
Understand how our platform is used to make improvements
Marketing
Show relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness
Job Matching
Improve job recommendations and search results
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies based on their purpose and functionality. Here's an overview of the different types:
Essential Cookies
Required for basic platform functionality. Cannot be disabled.
Examples: Authentication, security, core features
Functional Cookies
Enhance functionality and personalization. Optional.
Examples: Language preferences, UI customizations
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand usage patterns and improve our services.
Examples: Google Analytics, usage tracking
Marketing Cookies
Enable targeted advertising and measure campaign performance.
Examples: Ad targeting, conversion tracking
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our platform to function properly. They enable core features
and cannot be disabled without affecting the basic functionality of our services.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Duration
indica7_session
Maintains your login session
Session
csrf_token
Security against cross-site attacks
Session
cookie_consent
Remembers your cookie preferences
1 year
load_balancer
Routes requests to optimal servers
Session
Why These Are Required
Essential cookies ensure platform security, enable user authentication, and provide
basic functionality. Without them, core features like login and secure browsing would not work.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and providing personalized features.
They are optional and can be controlled through your cookie preferences.
Personalization Features
• Language and region preferences
• Dashboard layout customizations
• Search filters and sort preferences
• Notification settings
• Theme and display preferences
• Recently viewed jobs and profiles
• Saved searches and bookmarks
• Form auto-completion
Enhanced Functionality
These cookies enable advanced features that improve your platform experience:
• Remember your location for job proximity searches
You can enable or disable functional cookies at any time through our cookie preference center.
Disabling them won't affect core functionality but may limit personalization features.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform,
allowing us to improve functionality and user experience.
What We Measure
Usage Patterns
• Most visited pages and features
• Time spent on different sections
• User journey and navigation paths
• Search queries and results
Performance Metrics
• Page loading times
• Error rates and technical issues
• Feature adoption and usage
• Conversion rates and success metrics
Third-Party Analytics
Google Analytics
Provides detailed insights into user behavior and platform performance.
Data is anonymized and aggregated.
Hotjar
Heat mapping and session recording to understand user interactions
(only with explicit consent).
Data Privacy
All analytics data is processed in accordance with GDPR and our Privacy Policy.
Personal information is anonymized, and we never share individual user data with third parties.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies help us deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
These are entirely optional and require your explicit consent.
Advertising Purposes
Targeting
• Show relevant job recommendations
• Display personalized content
• Provide location-based suggestions
• Match candidate skills to opportunities
Measurement
• Track campaign performance
• Measure conversion rates
• Analyze ad effectiveness
• Optimize marketing spend
External Advertising Partners
We may work with advertising partners to show relevant content:
• Google Ads for job-related advertising
• LinkedIn for professional networking content
• Facebook for social media campaigns
• Industry-specific job boards and platforms
Your Privacy Protection
Marketing cookies are only activated with your explicit consent. You can withdraw
consent at any time, and we'll stop using marketing cookies immediately.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use to enhance our platform functionality.
These partners have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.
Service Providers
Content Delivery Networks
CDN providers may set cookies to optimize content delivery and performance.
Video Platforms
Embedded videos from YouTube or Vimeo may set their own cookies.
Maps Services
Interactive maps may use cookies for location services and preferences.
Important Note
Third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of those services.
We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how they handle your data.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over which cookies you allow. Here are the different ways
you can manage your cookie preferences:
Cookie Preference Center
Use our built-in cookie preference center to control your settings:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
• Opera: Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security
• Mobile: Check your browser's help section
Privacy Tools
You can also use privacy-focused tools and extensions:
• Privacy Badger - Blocks tracking cookies
• Ghostery - Cookie and tracker management
• uBlock Origin - Ad and tracker blocker
• DuckDuckGo Privacy Essentials
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our platform.
Essential cookies cannot be disabled, but you can control all optional cookies.
Similar Technologies
Besides cookies, we use other similar technologies to enhance your experience:
Local Storage
Stores data locally in your browser for faster access
and offline functionality.
Session Storage
Temporary storage that lasts only for your current
browsing session.
Web Beacons
Small transparent images that help track user
behavior and email engagement.
Device Fingerprinting
Collection of device information for security
and fraud prevention purposes.
Policy Updates
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices,
technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
How We Notify You
• Email notification to registered users
• Prominent notice on our website
• Updated "Last modified" date
• Cookie banner notification
Your Response
After any updates, you'll be asked to review and
confirm your cookie preferences again to ensure
continued compliance with your choices.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us: