Cookie Policy
Understanding how designgrid uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies enhance user experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use the site, and personalizing content to better serve your needs.
At designgrid, we use cookies to ensure our website functions properly, analyze traffic patterns, and improve your overall user experience. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights regarding cookie management.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Authentication and security
- Shopping cart functionality
- Session management
- Form submissions
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.
- Page views and traffic
- Popular content tracking
- User behavior analysis
- Performance monitoring
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to remember your choices and provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Language preferences
- Regional settings
- Accessibility options
- Customized content
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to show you relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
- Interest-based advertising
- Social media integration
- Retargeting campaigns
- Performance analytics
How We Use Cookies
Website Functionality
We use essential cookies to ensure our website works as intended. This includes maintaining your login state, keeping items in your shopping cart, and remembering your language and regional preferences. Without these cookies, core functions like user authentication and content delivery would not be possible.
Performance Analysis
Our analytics cookies help us understand how users interact with our website. This information is invaluable for improving site performance, identifying popular content, and optimizing user experience. We collect anonymous data about page visits, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns to continuously enhance our services.
Personalization
Functional cookies enable us to personalize your experience on our website. This includes remembering your display preferences, accessibility settings, and previously viewed content. By storing these preferences, we can provide a more tailored and efficient browsing experience.
Marketing and Advertising
With your consent, we use marketing cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. These cookies help us show you content and offers that match your interests while helping us understand the performance of our marketing initiatives.
Managing Your Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies on our website. You can control cookie preferences through our Cookie Consent Banner, your browser settings, or by contacting us directly. Here's how to manage your cookie settings:
Browser Settings
- Enable or disable cookies in your browser
- Delete existing cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Cookie Consent Management
- Adjust cookie preferences anytime
- Withdraw consent easily
- View detailed cookie categories
- Manage third-party cookies
Important Notice:
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to operate properly.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These services may set cookies to deliver services, analyze traffic, or provide additional functionality. We work with trusted third-party providers who adhere to strict privacy standards.
Third-Party Services We Use
Google Analytics
Helps us understand website usage and improve user experience. Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms
Enable social sharing and integration features. Each platform has its own privacy policy and cookie practices.
Content Delivery Networks
Improve website loading speeds and provide geographic content delivery optimization.
Cookie Storage and Retention
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are stored only during your browsing session and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your navigation flow and keep you logged in during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a specified period, which can range from hours to years. They store information for future visits and help personalize your experience on subsequent visits.
Retention Periods
- Essential Cookies: Duration of session or up to 1 year
- Analytics Cookies: 2 years from last interaction
- Functional Cookies: 1 year from last update
- Marketing Cookies: 2 years from consent
Your Rights and Choices
As a user, you have several rights regarding cookies and your personal data. We respect your privacy and provide you with control over how your data is collected and used.
Right to Information
You have the right to know what cookies we use, why we use them, and how long we store them.
Right to Control
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our consent tool.
Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time without affecting website functionality.
Right to Data Access
You can request information about what personal data we have collected through cookies.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
When we make significant changes, we will notify you through our website or by email. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.
Last Updated: December 2024
Effective Date: December 2024
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help and ensure you have complete understanding of our privacy practices.