Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how DFRTI – Digital Forensics Research & Training Institute (“DFRTI”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies, tracking technologies and similar tools on www.dfrti.com and any associated platforms, including our LMS, certification portals and download pages.

Our goal is to ensure a transparent, secure and user-friendly experience for everyone engaging with our digital forensics training, certification programs, research tools and online resources.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us:

  1. Improve website functionality
  2. Enhance LMS and account login features
  3. Track performance, site usage and analytics
  4. Remember user preferences
  5. Maintain secure sessions
  6. Deliver personalized experiences

Cookies do not give us access to your device or personal files.

2. WHY DFRTI USES COOKIES

DFRTI uses cookies for purposes directly related to:

  1. Student Login & LMS Navigation
  2. Securing Access to Forensic Tools & Downloads
  3. Maintaining Certification Verification Sessions
  4. Optimizing Website Performance
  5. Improving Digital Forensics Learning Experience
  6. Analytics, Traffic Insights and System Security

Our usage aligns with global standards for educational, training and digital forensics platforms.

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We use several categories of cookies:

3.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function correctly.
Without them, critical services like login, payment, downloads and LMS access will not work.

Used for:

  1. User authentication
  2. Account creation
  3. Session maintenance
  4. Certificate verification
  5. Download authorization
  6. Cart and checkout (for paid courses)
  7. Security and access control

These cannot be disabled.

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how users interact with DFRTI platforms.
We analyze data to improve:

  1. Course pages
  2. Resource navigation
  3. Download center performance
  4. Traffic flow & heatmaps
  5. Website speed
  6. Device/browser compatibility

Examples include:

  1. Google Analytics
  2. Cloudflare Analytics
  3. Internal LMS tracking metrics

Data collected is anonymous and used solely for improving user experience.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences, such as:

  1. Language settings
  2. Display options
  3. Saved login (optional)
  4. Interface choices
  5. Recently viewed forensic tools or courses

They enhance convenience and personalization.

3.4 Advertising / Marketing Cookies

(Used only if DFRTI runs marketing campaigns.)

These cookies track browsing patterns to deliver:

  1. Relevant training offers
  2. Workshop announcements
  3. Certification promotions
  4. Retargeting ads for visitors

If activated, users may opt out anytime.

3.5 Third-Party Cookies

  1. Used by trusted external service providers that DFRTI integrates with:

    1. Payment Gateways (Razorpay, Stripe, PayPal)
    2. LMS & Cloud Hosting Solutions
    3. Video Hosting (Vimeo, YouTube)
    4. Email Platforms (Mailchimp, SendGrid)
    5. Research Document Providers
    6. Social Sharing Plugins

  1. These services may place their own cookies to function correctly.

    DFRTI does not control third-party cookies but ensures all are from reputable and compliant partners.

4. COOKIES USED IN SPECIFIC AREAS OF THE SITE

4.1 Student Portal / LMS

Cookies ensure:

  1. Secure login
  2. Session continuity
  3. Assignment tracking
  4. Video progress saving
  5. Download history retention
  6. Forum participation

4.2 Certification Verification System

Cookies maintain:

  1. Verification requests
  2. Result display session
  3. Anti-spam & anti-bot protection

4.3 Download Center

Used to control:

  1. Tool access restrictions
  2. File download activity
  3. Membership verification

4.4 Research / Tools / Resources

Used to manage:

  1. Document access
  2. User preferences
  3. Filtering and sorting

5. HOW TO MANAGE OR DISABLE COOKIES

You can customize or disable cookies through your browser settings:

  1. Chrome
  2. Firefox
  3. Safari
  4. Edge
  5. Opera

Disabling cookies may affect:

  1. Login functionality
  2. Course access
  3. Tool downloads
  4. Certification verification
  5. Payment checkouts
  6. Personalized settings
  7. LMS video playback

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they ensure core website functioning.

6. THIRD-PARTY COOKIE CONTROL

To control third-party cookies individually:

  1. Google Analytics opt-out
  2. YouTube/Vimeo cookie settings
  3. Social media tracking settings
  4. Browser-based privacy extensions
  5. Ad-blockers

DFRTI recommends reviewing each provider’s privacy policy for details.

7. DO WE USE COOKIES TO COLLECT PERSONAL INFORMATION?

Cookies themselves do not collect personal details but may associate:

  1. User ID
  2. Login sessions
  3. Progress data
  4. Download logs
  5. Certification activity

These are stored securely under DFRTI’s Privacy Policy.

We do not sell or misuse cookie-related data

8. COOKIE DURATION

Cookies may be:

Session Cookies (Temporary)

Deleted when you close the browser.

Used for:

  1. Logins
  2. Verification
  3. Downloads
  4. LMS sessions

Persistent Cookies

Remain on your device for a set duration.

Used for:

  1. Preferences
  2. Saved login
  3. Analytics
  4. Site optimization

9. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

DFRTI may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

  1. Legal requirements
  2. Web platform changes
  3. New training features
  4. Updated analytics tools
  5. Improvements in user experience

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:

DFRTI – Digital Forensics Research & Training Institute
Website: www.dfrti.com
Email: care@dfrti.com
Phone: +91-852-770-9690

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