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Apothecare Specialities Private Limited
Version 1.0 | Effective from 05.10.2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Apothecare Specialities Private Limited ("Apothecare", "we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on www.apothecare.in ("the Platform"). It forms part of, and is to be read together with, our Privacy Policy.
1. Cookie identifiers, together with IP addresses and technical device information, can constitute personal data. Their processing is governed by our Privacy Policy and observed under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 ahead of commencement, and Section 43A of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
2. Consent for non-essential cookies is obtained through clear affirmative action before cookies are set. We do not use pre-ticked boxes, nor do we treat scrolling, browsing, or closing banners as consent. Strictly necessary cookies are set automatically because core services (session, authentication, security) cannot function without them.
| Category | Purpose | Set By | Duration | Your Choice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Session sign-in; cart and checkout preservation; CSRF/fraud prevention; cookie choice logging. | Apothecare (first-party) | Session; choice record kept up to 12 months. | Always active (cannot be disabled). |
| Preferences | Remembers language and display preferences. | Apothecare (first-party) | Up to 12 months. | Off until opted in. |
| Analytics | Aggregated traffic and usage measurement (_ga, _ga_*). |
Google Analytics | Up to 2 years (renewed on visit). | Off until opted in. |
| Payment | Fraud prevention and transaction security on payment gateways. | Razorpay, Cashfree, PhonePe | As per gateway | Essential for payment gateway transactions. |
3. No Marketing Cookies: We do not use third-party advertising or marketing trackers, nor do we track children or serve targeted ads.
4. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of every page. You can also manage or clear cookies through your browser settings.
5. Analytics data is aggregated; no health, prescription, or payment details are sent to Google Analytics, and retained analytics data does not exceed 14 months.