What is a Cookie?
A computer cookie, also known as an HTTP Cookie, a web cookie, or a browser cookie, is a small piece of data stored on a user’s computer. Assume this cookie is a packet of data that a computer or mobile device receives and sends back in the same form.
This cookie contains text information, and we store it in your browser on your device (mobile, tablet, computer, or any mobile device). Like most other applications and websites, Hamara Neta uses cookies to identify repeat users. Each cookie has a defined lifespan that automatically expires after a certain period, depending on its use. There are several reasons to use cookies, and we have listed and explained the types of cookies we use on our platform below.
By using Hamara Neta, you expressly consent to the use of cookies as described on this page. In accordance with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, you retain the right to manage or withdraw this consent at any time.
How do we use cookies?
There are different types of cookies that we use on the Hamara Neta platform. Please read on below for more information on the cookies we use:
1. Account-related cookies
When you create an account with us, we use cookies to manage the signup process and general administration. These cookies, however, get deleted once you sign out.
2. Login-related cookies
Cookies are used by our platform when you’re logged in. This helps you avoid having to sign in each time you visit our site or app. These cookies get cleared once you sign out of the platform.
3. Essential Cookies
We may use essential cookies to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of your accounts.
4. Preference Cookies
These cookies gather information about your choices and preferences, helping us remember minor details such as language selection and other browsing behavior.
5. Third-party Cookies
We use the Google Analytics platform to gain insight into how visitors are using our site and app, which pages they visit most, and which region receives the most views. This helps us understand the overall behavior on our platform, not just for a specific user but for multiple users. The information collected in this process is generally anonymized and unrelated to an individual’s personal identifying information. You can find more information here – Google Privacy Policy.
Social Media Cookies
(Example: Facebook/Google Plus using social media for behavioral advertising, analytics, advertising, and market research)
Social media cookies collect information about how users use social media.
Advertising Cookies
Every organization markets its services online through advertising or retargeting. Hamara Neta may use cookies to market its services to you on 3rd-party sites. Suppose you visit our platform; you might see an advertisement for Hamara Neta on third-party sites you’ve visited or might visit in the future. Information about this is mentioned in our Privacy Policy.
We may also use third-party cookies to gain insights into the performance of advertisements. These cookies just remember which browsers have visited our website. Again, no personal information is being collected here, nor is it being provided to a third party. This step is mainly helpful for us in tracking our marketing strategies.
These cookies record your visit to our platform, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed. We may use this information, taking into account your choices and preferences, to make our platform and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests. We may also share this information with third parties for this purpose.
6. Functionality Cookies
These cookies are used to enable certain additional functionality on our platforms, such as storing your preferences (e.g., username and language selection) and preventing users from taking the same survey multiple times. This functionality improves user experience.
7. How Do I Disable Cookies on my Browser?
There is certainly an easy way to disable cookies on your browser. Different browsers have different ways of disabling cookies. However, we would like to make an important point: if you disable cookies in your browser, it may affect the user experience and how our platform performs. Cookies are meant to provide a hassle-free, smooth experience on Hamara Neta.
Taking your Trust & Security a Step Ahead
At Hamara Neta, Data Security has been our topmost priority since our inception. With India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, and the newly notified DPDP Rules, 2025, we have got you covered even more.
As part of our strict compliance with the DPDP Act and the Election Commission of India (ECI) guidelines, we ensure that any data we collect—whether offline or online, for voter surveys, political canvassing, or civic engagement—is processed lawfully, transparently, and safely.
The Hamara Neta Approach: We are committed to your Privacy and Security. Our platform helps you easily collect and manage campaign data in compliance with regulations. We assure you that your data is safe with us. Under Indian law, you are the “Data Principal,” meaning you completely control and own your data.
Transparency & Notice: We are transparent throughout the entire process. Every request for data is preceded by a clear, standalone notice explaining exactly what is being collected and why. If you have any concerns regarding your personal data, you can request an audit or a summary of the data being processed. You can contact our Data Protection Officer at contact@hamaraneta.in to request any information related to your account.
Personal Privacy We respect the personal privacy of our users. Though we process user data as a “Data Fiduciary,” the user retains the absolute right to access, edit, delete, or withdraw their consent at any time. Furthermore, withdrawing your consent in our app is just as easy as giving it.
Security: The Hamara Neta platform is equipped with enterprise-grade security features, making it a trusted and secure platform for political outreach. We have strengthened our IT infrastructure, access controls, and IT policies to implement the “reasonable security safeguards” mandated by the DPDP Act, providing our users with enhanced end-to-end security against data breaches.
Right to Erasure: Complying with the DPDP Act, individuals have the absolute right to request that the Data Fiduciary (the entity controlling their data) permanently erase their personal data. We have systems in place to ensure we promptly respond to and execute these data erasure requests, well within the legally mandated 90-day timeframe.
Data Correction: The DPDP Act grants you the right to have your data corrected. Through this, any inaccurate or outdated demographic data for an individual can be quickly corrected or updated, ensuring your profile is accurate and complete.
Data Retention & Purpose Limitation Hamara Neta enforces strict limits on data retention. Your data is safely secured only for as long as necessary to fulfill the specific purpose you consented to, or as long as you maintain an active account with us. Suppose you choose to delete your account or withdraw your consent; be assured that your personal data is permanently scrubbed from our active databases in accordance with storage limitation principles.
Hamara Neta continues to win the trust of civic leaders and citizens, and we are proud to take the next step with enhanced security features that are fully DPDP-compliant. Rest assured, we will always prioritize your data security and democratic privacy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie & Data Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: contact@hamaraneta.in
Phone: +91 92172 99969