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Cookie Policy

Intern Board Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 11, 2026
Effective Date: March 11, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Master Trading Class Private Limited (“Company”, “InternBoard”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when users access or use InternBoard.com (the “Platform”).

InternBoard is a global opportunity marketplace connecting:

  • students

  • fresh graduates

  • early-career professionals

with employers offering:

  • internships

  • apprenticeships

  • freelance projects

  • gig opportunities

  • part-time jobs

  • work-from-home jobs

  • live projects

  • professional courses.

InternBoard operates strictly as a technology platform that enables opportunity discovery and connections between employers and candidates.

InternBoard does not act as an employer, recruitment agency, staffing agency, or hiring intermediary, and the Platform does not participate in employment contracts or hiring decisions.

This Cookie Policy explains:

  • what cookies are

  • how InternBoard uses cookies

  • categories of cookies used on the Platform

  • how users can control cookie preferences

  • global privacy compliance standards.

By accessing or using the Platform, users acknowledge the use of cookies as described in this Policy.


1. Introduction

Cookies and similar tracking technologies are commonly used to improve website functionality, security, and performance.

InternBoard uses cookies to:

  • maintain secure login sessions

  • remember user preferences

  • analyze platform performance

  • personalize user experiences

  • protect the Platform from fraudulent activity.

This Cookie Policy applies to all users of the Platform including:

  • candidates

  • employers

  • visitors.


2. Definitions

2.1 Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on a user’s device by a website. These files allow websites to store information about user interactions.

2.2 Tracking Technologies

Tracking technologies include tools similar to cookies, such as:

  • web beacons

  • tracking pixels

  • browser storage

  • mobile SDK identifiers.

2.3 User

A user refers to any individual accessing the Platform.

2.4 Device

A device refers to any internet-connected device used to access the Platform, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop computers.


3. Legal Basis for Cookie Usage (GDPR Compliance)

InternBoard processes cookie-related information based on applicable legal grounds including:

3.1 Consent

Certain cookies, including analytics and marketing cookies, may be used only after user consent.

3.2 Legitimate Interest

Cookies necessary for maintaining platform functionality and security may be used under legitimate interest.

3.3 Contractual Necessity

Essential cookies required to provide core Platform services may be used to fulfill contractual obligations to users.

Users may withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time through cookie preference controls.


4. Why InternBoard Uses Cookies

InternBoard uses cookies for several purposes related to platform operation and user experience.

4.1 Platform Operation

Essential cookies help ensure the Platform operates correctly by supporting:

  • user authentication

  • account session management

  • payment session validation

  • system stability.


4.2 User Experience Optimization

Cookies help remember user preferences such as:

  • dashboard configuration

  • language settings

  • saved opportunity filters

  • previously viewed opportunities.


4.3 Platform Analytics

Cookies help InternBoard understand how users interact with the Platform by analyzing:

  • page visits

  • navigation patterns

  • feature usage

  • platform performance metrics.

Analytics data is typically aggregated and anonymized.


4.4 Opportunity Personalization

Cookies may be used to personalize content by recommending opportunities including:

  • internships

  • apprenticeships

  • freelance projects

  • gig opportunities

  • part-time roles

  • live projects

  • courses.


4.5 Security and Fraud Prevention

Cookies may help detect suspicious behavior such as:

  • unauthorized login attempts

  • bot activity

  • abnormal platform usage patterns.

These security mechanisms help protect the Platform and its users.


5. Categories of Cookies Used

InternBoard may use several categories of cookies.

5.1 Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the Platform to function.

These cookies support:

  • secure logins

  • session management

  • system security

  • payment integrity.

Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting Platform functionality.


5.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help measure platform performance and user engagement.

Examples include tracking:

  • website traffic

  • navigation behavior

  • page loading times.


5.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies store user preferences including:

  • language selection

  • dashboard settings

  • saved search filters.


5.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Marketing cookies help measure advertising campaign effectiveness and track registrations.

These cookies may help:

  • evaluate marketing channels

  • measure campaign conversions.

Advertising cookies do not provide advertisers with direct access to personal user information.


5.5 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party service providers may place cookies when providing services including:

  • analytics tools

  • cloud hosting

  • marketing attribution services

  • customer support tools.

InternBoard requires such providers to comply with applicable privacy and security standards.


6. Cookie Duration

Cookies may remain on a device for different periods depending on their function.

6.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies exist only during an active browser session and are automatically deleted when the browser is closed.

6.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on the device until they expire or are manually deleted.

Persistent cookies help remember user preferences across multiple visits.


7. Cookie Inventory Table

The following table provides examples of cookies that may be used on the Platform.

Cookie NameProviderCategoryPurposeDuration
session_idInternBoardEssentialMaintains secure user sessionsSession
auth_tokenInternBoardEssentialVerifies authenticated usersSession
csrf_tokenInternBoardEssentialProtects against cross-site request forgerySession
membership_statusInternBoardFunctionalIdentifies active membership30 days
user_preferencesInternBoardFunctionalStores dashboard settings90 days
saved_filtersInternBoardFunctionalSaves opportunity search filters60 days
analytics_idInternBoard AnalyticsPerformanceTracks platform engagement12 months
performance_logInternBoardPerformanceMonitors system performance30 days
marketing_sourceMarketing PlatformMarketingTracks user acquisition sources90 days
conversion_trackingMarketing PlatformMarketingMeasures marketing campaign results180 days
anti_bot_tokenInternBoard SecuritySecurityDetects automated bot activitySession
fraud_detectionInternBoard SecuritySecurityIdentifies suspicious login patterns30 days

This table may be updated periodically as platform technologies evolve.


8. Cookie Consent Management

InternBoard uses a cookie consent mechanism allowing users to:

  • accept all cookies

  • reject non-essential cookies

  • customize cookie preferences.

Users may update their cookie preferences at any time through the cookie settings interface.

Essential cookies remain active because they are necessary for Platform functionality.


9. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers support “Do Not Track” signals that request websites to limit tracking activities.

InternBoard currently responds to such signals where technically feasible but cannot guarantee universal compatibility across all services.


10. Global Privacy Control (GPC)

Where supported, InternBoard may recognize Global Privacy Control signals indicating a user’s preference to limit certain types of data sharing.

Users can enable GPC signals through compatible browsers or extensions.


11. Managing Cookies

Users can control cookies through browser settings.

Most browsers allow users to:

  • block cookies

  • delete stored cookies

  • restrict third-party cookies.

Examples include:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security

  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy

  • Firefox: Privacy & Security

  • Edge: Privacy Settings.

Disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality.


12. International Data Processing

InternBoard operates from India but serves users globally.

Cookie-related information may be processed in infrastructure located in:

  • India

  • Singapore

  • the European Union

  • the United States

  • other secure hosting regions.

Cross-border transfers may occur with appropriate safeguards.


13. Security Measures

InternBoard implements technical safeguards including:

  • HTTPS encrypted connections

  • secure cookie attributes (HttpOnly, Secure, SameSite)

  • access control systems

  • monitoring systems for suspicious activity.

These measures help protect cookie-related data.


14. Policy Updates

InternBoard may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

  • regulatory developments

  • technology updates

  • platform improvements.

Updated policies will be published on the Platform.

Continued use of the Platform indicates acceptance of the revised Policy.


15. Governing Law

This Cookie Policy is governed by the laws of India.


16. Jurisdiction

All disputes arising from the use of the Platform shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.


17. Support & Privacy Inquiries

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or privacy practices, users may contact:

Email: support@internboard.com