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 related platforms, including our LMS, certification portals and download pages.
Our goal is a transparent, secure and easy experience for everyone using our digital forensics training, certification programmes, 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:
- Improve how the website works
- Improve LMS and account login features
- Track performance, site usage and analytics
- Remember your preferences
- Keep sessions secure
- Personalise your experience
Cookies do not give us access to your device or your personal files.
2. Why DFRTI uses cookies
DFRTI uses cookies for purposes directly related to:
- Student login and LMS navigation
- Securing access to forensic tools and downloads
- Keeping certificate verification sessions running
- Optimising website performance
- Improving the digital forensics learning experience
- Analytics, traffic insights and system security
Our use of cookies follows global standards for educational, training and digital forensics platforms.
3. Types of cookies we use
We use several categories of cookies.
3.1 Essential or strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are needed for the website to work. Without them, key services such as login, payment, downloads and LMS access will not work. They are used for:
- User authentication
- Account creation
- Session maintenance
- Certificate verification
- Download authorisation
- Cart and checkout (for paid courses)
- Security and access control
These cookies cannot be disabled.
3.2 Performance and analytics cookies
These help us understand how people use DFRTI platforms. We analyse the data to improve:
- Course pages
- Resource navigation
- Download centre performance
- Traffic flow and heatmaps
- Website speed
- Device and browser compatibility
Examples include Google Analytics, Cloudflare Analytics and internal LMS tracking metrics. The data collected is anonymous and used only to improve the user experience.
3.3 Functional cookies
These cookies remember your preferences, such as:
- Language settings
- Display options
- Saved login (optional)
- Interface choices
- Recently viewed forensic tools or courses
They make the site more convenient and personal.
3.4 Advertising and marketing cookies
These are used only if DFRTI runs marketing campaigns. They track browsing patterns to show:
- Relevant training offers
- Workshop announcements
- Certification promotions
- Retargeting ads for visitors
If these cookies are switched on, you may opt out at any time.
3.5 Third-party cookies
These are used by trusted outside service providers that DFRTI works with:
- Payment gateways (Razorpay, Stripe, PayPal)
- LMS and cloud hosting services
- Video hosting (Vimeo, YouTube)
- Email platforms (Mailchimp, SendGrid)
- Research document providers
- Social sharing plugins
These services may place their own cookies in order to work. DFRTI does not control third-party cookies. We do make sure they come only from reputable, compliant partners.
4.1 Cookies in the Student Portal and LMS
Cookies make sure of:
- Secure login
- Session continuity
- Assignment tracking
- Saving video progress
- Keeping download history
- Forum participation
4.2 Cookies in the certificate verification system
Cookies maintain:
- Verification requests
- The result display session
- Anti-spam and anti-bot protection
4.3 Cookies in the download centre
Cookies are used to control:
- Tool access restrictions
- File download activity
- Membership verification
4.4 Cookies in research, tools and resources
Cookies are used to manage:
- Document access
- User preferences
- Filtering and sorting
5. How to manage or disable cookies
You can change or disable cookies in your browser settings, for example in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge or Opera. Disabling cookies may affect:
- Login
- Course access
- Tool downloads
- Certificate verification
- Payment checkout
- Personalised settings
- LMS video playback
Essential cookies cannot be disabled, because they keep the website's core functions working.
6. Controlling third-party cookies
To control third-party cookies one by one, you can use:
- The Google Analytics opt-out
- YouTube and Vimeo cookie settings
- Social media tracking settings
- Browser privacy extensions
- Ad blockers
DFRTI recommends reading each provider's privacy policy for details.
7. Do we use cookies to collect personal information?
Cookies do not collect personal details by themselves, but they may be linked to:
- Your user ID
- Login sessions
- Progress data
- Download logs
- Certification activity
This data is stored securely under DFRTI's Privacy Policy. We do not sell or misuse data related to cookies.
8. Cookie duration
Cookies may be session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for:
- Logins
- Verification
- Downloads
- LMS sessions
Persistent cookies
Persistent cookies stay on your device for a set period. They are used for:
- Preferences
- Saved login
- Analytics
- Site optimisation
9. Changes to this Cookie Policy
DFRTI may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Legal requirements
- Changes to the web platform
- New training features
- Updated analytics tools
- Improvements in user experience
Contact
For questions about this Cookie Policy, write to DFRTI (Digital Forensics Research & Training Institute) at care@dfrti.com or call +91 85277 09690.