Cookie Policy at a Glance
Website | |
Operating Entity | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE — Sole Proprietorship Firm, India |
Registered Address | B-56/1, KH. No. 569, Sultanpur, South Delhi, New Delhi – 110030, India |
Contact Email | |
Grievance Officer | Alex Turner, Grievance Officer — business@guestpostsoftware.com | Tel: +91-93544 37163 |
Phone / WhatsApp | +91-93544 37163 |
Cookies Used | Yes — Strictly Necessary, Performance, Functional, Advertising, and Payment Gateway cookies |
Do We Sell Cookie Data? | No — GUESTPOST SOFTWARE does not sell personal data including data derived from cookies |
Consent Mechanism | Cookie Consent Manager banner on site. Non-essential cookies require opt-in. Opt-out available at any time. |
Last Updated | April 2026 |
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1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They serve essential functions: keeping you logged in, remembering your preferences, measuring how you use the site, and enabling secure payment processing. Cookies can be:
Session Cookies | Temporary — deleted when you close your browser. Used for login sessions and payment authentication. |
Persistent Cookies | Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Used for preferences and analytics. |
First-Party Cookies | Set directly by GUESTPOST SOFTWARE (guestpostsoftware.com). We control these. |
Third-Party Cookies | Set by external providers (Google, Stripe, PayPal, Facebook, etc.) when you interact with their components on our site. Those providers control these independently. |
Strictly Necessary | Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled without breaking core features. |
Non-Essential | Optional cookies for analytics, personalisation, and advertising. Require your consent where applicable. |
GUESTPOST SOFTWARE uses cookies on https://guestpostsoftware.com for the purposes described in this policy. By using our platform, you acknowledge this Cookie Policy.
2. Why We Use Cookies — Legal Basis
We use cookies for the following purposes, each with a corresponding legal basis:
Strictly Necessary Cookies | Legal Basis: Legitimate interest and contractual necessity — the platform cannot function without them. No consent required. Examples: session management, CSRF protection, secure checkout. |
Performance & Analytics | Legal Basis: Consent (EEA, UK, US) or Legitimate Interest (other regions where GDPR does not apply). Used to understand how users navigate the platform and improve features. |
Functional Cookies | Legal Basis: Consent or Legitimate Interest. Used to remember preferences like language and layout settings for a better experience. |
Targeting & Advertising | Legal Basis: Consent. Used for personalised advertising campaigns. These cookies share data with third parties (Google, Meta, LinkedIn). You can opt out at any time. |
Payment Gateway Cookies | Legal Basis: Contractual necessity and legitimate interest — required to process payments securely through Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, and other gateways. These are third-party cookies we do not directly control. |
3. Cookie Categories — Summary
This table gives you a complete overview of all five cookie categories used on guestpostsoftware.com, what they do, whether you can opt out, and whether they are required.
Cookie Category | Purpose | Examples | Opt-Out? | Required? |
Strictly Necessary | Essential for the platform to function — login sessions, security tokens, payment processing authentication | gpssession, csrf_token, stripe_sid | Cannot opt out | Always active |
Performance & Analytics | Measure site usage, identify popular features, detect errors, improve UX. Data is anonymised/aggregated. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid), Microsoft Clarity (MUID), Inspectlet, OWOX | Yes — via Cookie Consent Manager | Opt-in (non-EEA) / Consent required (EEA/UK) |
Functional | Remember preferences, pre-fill saved info, language settings, personalise content | lang_pref, ui_theme, saved_filters | Yes — via Cookie Consent Manager | Opt-in |
Targeting & Advertising | Display relevant ads, measure campaign effectiveness, retargeting across third-party sites | Facebook Pixel (_fbp), Google Ads (IDE), LinkedIn Insight Tag | Yes — opt-out via Cookie Manager or industry tools | Opt-in (consent required) |
Payment Gateway | Fraud prevention, session security, transaction authentication — set independently by payment processors during checkout | Stripe (stripe.js, __stripe_mid), PayPal (__paypal_storage__), Razorpay (razorpay_*), Wise, Payoneer | Partial — see §5 | Required for checkout; third-party controlled |
Colour Key: Blue = Strictly Necessary | Green = Performance | Gray = Functional | Orange = Advertising | Purple = Payment Gateway
4. Full Cookie Inventory — Named Cookies
This table lists every individual cookie used on guestpostsoftware.com by name, including all third-party payment gateway cookies (Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay). All three gateways — Razorpay, PayPal, and Stripe — require merchants to disclose payment cookies explicitly.
Cookie Name | Set By | Category | Purpose | Duration |
gpssession | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE | Strictly Necessary | Maintains authenticated user session on the platform | Session |
csrf_token | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE | Strictly Necessary | Cross-site request forgery protection token | Session |
gps_auth | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE | Strictly Necessary | Authentication state for logged-in users | Session |
lang_pref | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE | Functional | Stores user language preference | 1 year |
_ga | Google Analytics | Performance | Distinguishes unique users; anonymised visitor tracking | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Performance | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited | 24 hours |
ga[ID] | Google Analytics 4 | Performance | Stores session state for GA4 measurement | 2 years |
MUID | Microsoft Clarity | Performance | Unique user ID for Microsoft Clarity behavioural analytics | 13 months |
_clck | Microsoft Clarity | Performance | Persists Clarity User ID and preferences | 1 year |
_clsk | Microsoft Clarity | Performance | Connects multiple page views into a single Clarity session | 24 hours |
inspectlet_* | Inspectlet | Performance | Session recording and heatmap analytics | 2 years |
_fbp | Meta / Facebook | Advertising | Identifies browsers for Facebook Ads conversion tracking | 3 months |
IDE | Google / DoubleClick | Advertising | Used by Google Ads for conversion tracking and retargeting | 13 months |
gclau | Google Ads | Advertising | Conversion linker for Google Ads campaign measurement | 3 months |
li_sugr | Advertising | LinkedIn Insight Tag — tracks LinkedIn campaign conversions | 3 months | |
__stripe_mid | Stripe | Payment Gateway | Fraud prevention and checkout session security | 1 year |
__stripe_sid | Stripe | Payment Gateway | Stripe session identifier for payment authentication | 30 minutes |
stripe_csrf | Stripe | Payment Gateway | CSRF protection for Stripe payment forms | Session |
__paypal_storage__ | PayPal | Payment Gateway | PayPal session and authentication state | Session |
ts | PayPal | Payment Gateway | PayPal fraud prevention and security timestamp | 3 years |
razorpay_* | Razorpay | Payment Gateway | Razorpay checkout session and fraud prevention | Session |
payoneer_* | Payoneer | Payment Gateway | Payoneer payment session authentication | Session |
woocommerce_* | Wise/Skydo | Payment Gateway | Payment processing session tokens | Session |
Note: Cookie names marked with (e.g., razorpay_, inspectlet_*) represent a family of cookies with a common prefix. Exact names may vary depending on session and configuration. This inventory is reviewed and updated when new integrations are added.
5. Payment Gateway Cookies — Special Disclosure
Payment gateway cookies are placed independently by third-party processors during checkout and cannot be disabled without preventing payment processing.
5.1 Stripe
When you use Stripe as a payment method on GUESTPOST SOFTWARE, Stripe sets cookies on your device for fraud prevention, session security, and transaction authentication. Key Stripe cookies include:
__stripe_mid — fraud prevention; 1-year duration; first set on checkout page load
__stripe_sid — checkout session security; 30-minute duration
stripe_csrf — CSRF protection for payment forms; session duration
Stripe's cookie usage is governed by Stripe's Privacy Policy at https://stripe.com/privacy. GUESTPOST SOFTWARE does not control these cookies. PCI DSS v4.0.1 Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 require us to inventory and disclose all scripts and cookies on payment pages — this disclosure fulfils that requirement.
5.2 PayPal
When you use PayPal as a payment method, PayPal sets cookies including:
__paypal_storage__ — PayPal session and authentication state; session duration
ts — fraud prevention and security timestamp; up to 3 years
cookie_check — verifies browser cookie support; session duration
PayPal's cookie usage is governed by PayPal's Privacy Policy at https://www.paypal.com/privacy. PayPal requires merchants to disclose its cookie usage in their Cookie Policy — this section fulfils that requirement.
5.3 Razorpay
When you use Razorpay as a payment method, Razorpay sets session cookies for checkout authentication and fraud prevention. These include razorpay_* prefixed cookies during the checkout flow. Razorpay's cookie and data practices are governed by Razorpay's Privacy Policy at https://razorpay.com/privacy/. As a Razorpay merchant, GUESTPOST SOFTWARE is required to disclose Razorpay's cookie usage — this section fulfils that requirement.
5.4 Other Payment Providers
Other payment providers used on GUESTPOST SOFTWARE — including Payoneer, Wise, Xflow, and Skydo — may also set session-level cookies during payment processing. These are strictly for transaction security and fraud prevention. Users should review the respective privacy policies of these providers for full details.
5.5 Can I Opt Out of Payment Gateway Cookies?
Payment gateway cookies are required for secure checkout. If you disable them:
You will be unable to complete purchases on GUESTPOST SOFTWARE
Payment authentication and fraud protection will not function correctly
Checkout sessions cannot be maintained
For this reason, payment gateway cookies cannot be opted out of while using our payment features. If you wish to avoid all payment cookies, you may choose not to complete a purchase. To opt out of how payment providers use your data for their own purposes beyond transaction processing, see each provider's opt-out tools linked in §8.
6. Cookie Consent and How to Manage Your Preferences
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit guestpostsoftware.com, a cookie consent banner is displayed. This banner:
Activates only Strictly Necessary cookies by default before you consent
Explains each cookie category and asks for your consent before placing non-essential cookies
Gives you the option to 'Accept All', 'Reject Non-Essential', or 'Manage Preferences' for granular control
Records your consent decision with a timestamp — your preference is stored for 12 months
Allows you to change your preferences at any time by clicking the 'Cookie Settings' link in the website footer
Important — EEA and UK users: Under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, consent for non-essential cookies must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. Pre-ticked boxes and implied consent are not valid. GUESTPOST SOFTWARE's consent mechanism complies with these requirements — no non-essential cookies are placed before you actively consent.
Important — Indian users (DPDP Act 2023): Non-essential cookies constitute processing of personal data. GUESTPOST SOFTWARE obtains consent before placing non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
Important — California users (CCPA/CPRA): Advertising cookies may constitute 'sharing' of personal information for cross-context behavioural advertising under CCPA/CPRA. You may opt out of this sharing by selecting 'Reject Non-Essential' in the cookie consent manager or by clicking the 'Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information' link in the website footer.
6.2 Withdrawing Consent
You may withdraw cookie consent at any time through:
The Cookie Settings / Manage Preferences link in the GUESTPOST SOFTWARE website footer
Browser privacy settings (see §7 for browser-specific instructions)
Third-party opt-out tools listed in §8
Contacting us at business@guestpostsoftware.com — we will process your request within 30 days
Note: Withdrawing consent affects future cookie placement only — it does not delete cookies already placed on your device. To remove existing cookies, use your browser's 'Clear Cookies / Browsing Data' function.
6.3 Consequences of Disabling Cookies by Category
Strictly Necessary disabled | Cannot log in, cannot use platform features, cannot complete payments. We strongly advise against disabling these. |
Performance / Analytics disabled | GPS cannot improve the platform based on your usage patterns. No functional impact on your experience. |
Functional disabled | Preferences (language, layout) will not be saved between sessions. Minor convenience impact. |
Advertising disabled | You will not see personalised ads from GUESTPOST SOFTWARE on other websites. You may still see generic ads. |
Payment Gateway disabled | Cannot complete purchases. Checkout will not work correctly. |
7. Browser-Level Cookie Controls
All major browsers allow you to view, delete, and control cookies independently of our consent manager. Use the browser controls below for direct cookie management:
Browser | Cookie Settings Path | Privacy Mode |
Google Chrome | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and other site data | Incognito Mode |
Mozilla Firefox | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Manage Data | Private Window |
Apple Safari | Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data | Private Browsing |
Microsoft Edge | Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data | InPrivate Window |
Opera | Settings → Privacy & Security → Site Settings → Cookies | Private Tab |
Samsung Internet | Settings → Privacy → Smart Anti-Tracking → Cookies | Secret Mode |
Mobile Browsers: iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security → Block All Cookies (note: this will break most websites). Android Chrome: Chrome menu → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies.
8. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools and Provider Links
Many third-party providers offer their own opt-out tools. These opt-outs are managed directly by the respective providers and operate independently of our consent manager:
Provider | Cookie Type | Opt-Out / Management Link | Policy Link |
Google Analytics | Performance | policies.google.com/privacy | |
Google Ads | Advertising | policies.google.com/privacy | |
Microsoft Clarity | Performance | microsoft.com/privacy | |
Facebook / Meta | Advertising | facebook.com/privacy | |
Advertising | linkedin.com/legal/privacy | ||
Stripe | Payment Gateway | See Stripe Privacy Policy — cannot fully opt out during checkout | stripe.com/privacy |
PayPal | Payment Gateway | See PayPal Privacy Policy — cannot fully opt out during checkout | paypal.com/privacy |
Razorpay | Payment Gateway | See Razorpay Privacy Policy — cannot fully opt out during checkout | razorpay.com/privacy |
Network Advertising Initiative | All Advertising | ||
Digital Advertising Alliance | All Advertising | ||
EDAA (EU) | All Advertising |
Industry-Wide Opt-Out: You can opt out of behavioural advertising from multiple companies simultaneously through the Network Advertising Initiative (https://optout.networkadvertising.org), the Digital Advertising Alliance (https://optout.aboutads.info), or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (https://www.youronlinechoices.eu). These tools are not operated by GUESTPOST SOFTWARE.
9. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some web browsers offer a 'Do Not Track' (DNT) privacy preference that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing not be tracked.
Microsoft Clarity | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE honours browser-level DNT signals for Microsoft Clarity data collection. If DNT is enabled in your browser, Clarity session recording and analytics will not activate. |
Google Analytics | Google Analytics does not respond to DNT signals natively. Use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout) to fully opt out. |
Advertising Cookies | Advertising providers (Google Ads, Facebook) do not universally honour DNT signals. Use provider-specific opt-out tools in §8 for guaranteed opt-out. |
Payment Gateway Cookies | Payment gateway providers (Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay) do not respond to DNT signals, as their cookies are required for transaction security. Refer to each provider's privacy policy for their DNT stance. |
GPS Platform Level | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE's own analytics and tracking do not currently respond to DNT browser signals at the platform level, except for Microsoft Clarity as noted above. |
10. Regional Cookie Compliance
GUESTPOST SOFTWARE operates globally and serves customers from India, the UAE, Europe, the United States, and other regions. Our cookie practices are designed to comply with the requirements of each applicable jurisdiction.
Region / Law | Standard | GPS Approach |
India — DPDP Act 2023 | Consent for non-essential processing | Cookie consent banner; users can withdraw consent at any time; no non-essential cookies before consent |
India — IT Act 2000 & IT Rules 2021 | Reasonable security; privacy disclosure | This Cookie Policy + Privacy Policy V3.3 together constitute the required disclosure |
European Union — GDPR / ePrivacy Directive | Opt-in consent before non-essential cookies | Strictly necessary cookies active by default; all others require explicit opt-in before placement |
United Kingdom — UK GDPR / PECR | Same as EU GDPR | Same opt-in approach as EU users |
United States — CCPA / CPRA (California) | Opt-out of 'sharing' for targeted advertising | 'Do Not Sell or Share' opt-out available via cookie consent manager; advertising cookies disabled on request |
UAE — UAE PDPL (Federal Decree-Law 45/2021) | Consent and transparency | UAE users subject to same consent banner; GPS Dubai office operations covered |
11. Cookie Retention Periods
Cookie retention periods vary by type and purpose. A summary:
Session Cookies | Deleted automatically when you close your browser tab or window. No personal data persists after session end. |
Functional Preference Cookies | Typically 1 year — refreshed each visit. Allows GPS to remember your settings across sessions. |
Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics) | ga: 2 years | gid: 24 hours | ga[ID]: 2 years. Data in GA is aggregated and anonymised. |
Analytics Cookies (Microsoft Clarity) | MUID: 13 months | clck: 1 year | clsk: 24 hours. Clarity data is anonymised per Microsoft's privacy standards. |
Advertising Cookies | Typically 3 months to 13 months depending on provider. See §4 cookie inventory for exact durations. |
Payment Gateway Cookies | Typically session to 1 year depending on provider. Stripe __stripe_mid: 1 year | PayPal ts: 3 years. These are controlled by payment providers. |
Consent Record | GPS stores your cookie consent decision for 12 months. After this, the consent banner will be shown again. |
12. Changes to This Cookie Policy
GUESTPOST SOFTWARE reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy to reflect: changes in the cookies we use; new payment gateway integrations; updates to applicable laws (DPDP Act 2023, GDPR, CCPA, UAE PDPL); or changes in industry best practices.
For material changes, we will provide at least seven (7) days' prior notice via: a prominent notice on the website; an email to registered users; or a dashboard notification. Continued use of guestpostsoftware.com following the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance. The 'Version' and 'Effective Date' at the bottom of this policy indicate the current version.
13. Contact Information and Cookie Complaints
General Cookie Queries | Email: business@guestpostsoftware.com | Subject: Cookie Policy Query |
Consent Withdrawal Requests | Email: business@guestpostsoftware.com | Subject: Cookie Consent Withdrawal |
Grievance / Nodal Officer | Grievance Officer, Grievance Officer | Email: business@guestpostsoftware.com | Phone: Available on request | Per DPDP Act 2023 and Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules 2020 |
Phone / WhatsApp | Available on request | Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00 IST |
Physical Address | GUESTPOST SOFTWARE | B-56/1, KH. No. 569, Sultanpur, South Delhi, New Delhi – 110030, India |
Response SLA | General queries: 5 business days | Consent withdrawal: 30 calendar days | DPDP Act grievances: 48 hours acknowledgment, 30 days resolution |
Supervisory Authority — India | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY): https://www.meity.gov.in | Data Protection Board of India under DPDP Act 2023 |
Supervisory Authority — EU | Your national Data Protection Authority: https://edpb.europa.eu |
Supervisory Authority — UAE | UAE Data Office: https://tdra.gov.ae |
Supervisory Authority — US | State Attorney General or applicable state privacy authority |
14. Relationship with Other GUESTPOST SOFTWARE Policies
This Cookie Policy is one part of GUESTPOST SOFTWARE's broader privacy and legal framework. Please read these documents together:
Privacy Policy V3.3 | https://guestpostsoftware.com/privacy-policy | Covers all personal data collection, processing, and rights — including detailed cookie data handling in §11 |
Terms & Conditions V4.0 | https://guestpostsoftware.com/terms-and-conditions | Governs your use of the platform, payments, and services |
Refund Policy V3.2 | https://guestpostsoftware.com/refund-policy | Governs payment reversals and refund procedures |
Cookie Consent Manager | Click 'Cookie Settings' in the website footer to manage your preferences at any time |
User Acknowledgment
By using guestpostsoftware.com, you acknowledge that:
You have read and understood this Cookie Policy
You consent to the use of Strictly Necessary cookies which cannot be disabled
You understand that non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising) will only be placed after your explicit consent via the consent banner
You understand your right to withdraw consent at any time via the Cookie Settings link or by contacting us
You understand that payment gateway cookies (Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay) are required for checkout and cannot be disabled while making purchases
You accept Delhi, India jurisdiction for any cookie-related disputes and complaints
Cookie Policy Version: 1.0 | Effective Date: April 2026 | Next Review: December 2026 | Publish URL: https://guestpostsoftware.com/cookie-policy | Jurisdiction: Delhi, India | Regulatory Framework: DPDP Act 2023 · IT Act 2000 · GDPR · ePrivacy Directive · CCPA/CPRA · UAE PDPL · PCI DSS v4.0.1 | © 2026 GUESTPOST SOFTWARE. All Rights Reserved.