Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit our website. These files contain information that helps us improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and provide you with relevant content.
Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve our services.
How We Use Cookies
Design + Tech uses cookies for several important purposes that enhance your experience on our website and help us provide better services. We categorize our cookie usage into several types, each serving specific functions.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas of the website, and form submissions. Without these cookies, our website cannot function properly.
- Session management and user authentication
- Security features and fraud prevention
- Basic website functionality and navigation
- Form submission and data processing
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Language preferences and regional settings
- User interface customizations
- Remembering login information
- Personalizing content based on your interests
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website design, content, and user experience.
- Visitor statistics and behavior patterns
- Popular pages and content preferences
- Website performance monitoring
- Error tracking and troubleshooting
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
- Targeted advertising and remarketing
- Social media integration and sharing
- Cross-platform user recognition
- Campaign effectiveness measurement
Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies depending on how long they remain active and who sets them. Understanding these categories helps you make informed decisions about your cookie preferences.
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate through our website and ensure security during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually. They remember your preferences for future visits and improve your overall experience.
First-Party Cookies
These cookies are set directly by our website. We have full control over these cookies and use them to enhance your experience with our services and content.
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by external services we use, such as analytics providers or social media platforms. They help us integrate with other services and measure performance.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on our website. We respect your right to control how cookies are used and provide you with multiple ways to customize your experience according to your preferences.
Important Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your access to some features and services.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or be notified when a cookie is being sent. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent Management
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you want to accept. You can modify these preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings through the link provided in our website footer.
Third-Party Services
Our website integrates with various third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services help us provide better functionality, analyze website performance, and offer enhanced user experiences. We work only with reputable providers who maintain high standards for data protection.
Analytics Services
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve user experience.
Social Media Integration
Social media plugins allow you to share content and interact with our social media presence directly from our website.
Content Delivery Networks
We use CDN services to deliver website content faster and more reliably to users around the world.
Data Security and Protection
We take the security of your data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the information collected through cookies. All data transmission is encrypted, and we regularly review our security practices to ensure they meet industry standards.
Cookie data is stored securely and is only accessible to authorized personnel who need this information to provide and improve our services. We do not sell cookie data to third parties or use it for purposes beyond those outlined in this policy.
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside of Sri Lanka. When we transfer cookie data internationally, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
We only work with service providers who demonstrate adequate levels of data protection and who are committed to handling personal information responsibly and in compliance with relevant privacy regulations.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Additional Information
For more detailed information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy. If you have questions about our use of cookies that are not addressed in this policy, we encourage you to reach out to us through the contact methods provided on our website.
We are committed to transparency in our data practices and will work to address any concerns you may have about our use of cookies or data collection practices.