Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how ExamVine (https://examvine.com) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the site. “Similar technologies” include browser storage used to save your login and preferences.
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary (Cannot Be Disabled)
These are essential for the website to function. Without them, you cannot log in or use the member portal.
| Name/Key | Purpose | Storage | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
ev_access_token |
Keeps you logged in | Browser storage | 30 minutes (refreshed automatically) |
ev_refresh_token |
Renews your login session automatically | Browser storage | 90 days |
ev_pending_plan |
Remembers which plan you selected before logging in | Browser storage | Cleared after use |
| WordPress session cookies | WordPress core functionality | Cookie | Session |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences to provide a better experience.
| Name/Key | Purpose | Storage | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
ev_theme |
Your preferred color theme (light/dark) | Browser storage | Persistent |
cookie_notice_accepted |
Records that you accepted the cookie banner | Cookie | 1 year |
2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. These are only set if you accept analytics cookies via the cookie consent banner.
| Name/Key | Purpose | Storage | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| To be determined | Page views, session duration, traffic sources | Cookie | 1 year |
Note: As of launch, ExamVine does not use Google Analytics or any third-party analytics on the website. If we add analytics in the future, this policy will be updated and you will be asked for consent.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Razorpay
When you make a payment, Razorpay’s checkout widget may set its own cookies for fraud detection and payment processing. These are governed by Razorpay’s Privacy Policy.
Google Sign-In
When you use “Sign in with Google,” Google’s authentication widget may set cookies. These are governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.
4. How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
What Happens If You Disable Cookies
| Cookie Type | Impact of Disabling |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | You will not be able to log in or use the member portal |
| Functional | Your preferences won’t be remembered between visits |
| Analytics | No impact on functionality; we just won’t know you visited |
Clearing Browser Storage
You can clear your saved login data by:
- Opening your browser settings
- Going to Privacy / Clear browsing data
- Selecting “Cookies and site data” for
examvine.com
This will log you out of ExamVine.
5. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit examvine.com, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of the page. You can:
- Accept All: Enables all cookies including analytics
- Essential Only: Enables only strictly necessary cookies
- Change your preference at any time by clearing cookies and revisiting the site
6. Mobile App
The ExamVine mobile application does not use cookies. Login data is stored securely on your device. This Cookie Policy applies only to the website.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy if we add new cookies or change our practices. The effective date will be updated, and for significant changes, we will notify you via the cookie consent banner.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Email: support@examvine.com
ExamVine
Hyderabad, India