Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Whionever DIY ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website whionever.diy (the "Website"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and provide information about how the site is used.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you're visiting (whionever.diy)
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., analytics providers)
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Security and authentication
- Shopping cart functionality
- Form submissions
- Session management
- Load balancing
These cookies cannot be disabled as the Website would not function without them. They do not store personally identifiable information beyond what is necessary for the session.
2.2 Analytics Cookies (Opt-In Required)
With your consent, we use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Website. These cookies help us:
- Track visitor numbers and behavior patterns
- Understand which pages are most popular
- Identify technical issues
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Improve our Website's performance and user experience
We may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics. These services collect information anonymously and report website trends without identifying individual visitors.
2.3 Functionality Cookies (Opt-In Required)
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as:
- Remembering your preferences
- Customizing content based on your interests
- Enabling interactive features like chat support
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
cookieConsent | Essential | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
session_id | Essential | Maintains your session state | Session |
_ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the relevant third party's website for more information:
- Google Analytics: Used to analyze Website traffic and user behavior. Google Privacy Policy
- Payment Processors: May set cookies during the checkout process for security and fraud prevention
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner with the following options:
- Accept All: Consent to all cookies, including analytics
- Reject Non-Essential: Only essential cookies will be used
- Manage Settings: Choose which cookie categories to enable
5.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer. This will open a modal where you can enable or disable non-essential cookie categories.
5.3 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser
- Enable "Do Not Track" settings
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our Website and prevent certain features from working properly.
To learn more about managing cookies in your browser:
6. Web Beacons and Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies such as:
- Web beacons (pixel tags): Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails to track page views and email opens
- Local storage: Browser storage that holds data used to enhance Website functionality
- JavaScript: Code that enables interactive features and collects usage information
These technologies are used for similar purposes as cookies and are subject to the same consent requirements.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers incorporate "Do Not Track" (DNT) features. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie choices made through our consent management system.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Significant changes will be communicated through:
- A notice on our Website homepage
- The cookie consent banner (for new or returning visitors)
- Email notification (if you have subscribed)
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Whionever DIY
Plot No. 42, Sector 18
Gurugram, Haryana 122015, India
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-1244567890
Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to transparency about how we use cookies and giving you control over your preferences. For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.