Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, improve site performance, and provide better services.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
Maintains your session during booking | Session (deleted when you close browser) |
Prevents security attacks during form submission | Session |
2.2 Performance Cookies (Optional)
These help us understand how visitors use our site:
Google Analytics - tracks website visits | 2 years |
Google Analytics - short-term tracking | 24 hours |
2.3 Functionality Cookies (Optional)
These remember your preferences:
| user_prefs | Saves language/costume category preferences | 30 days |
| booking_cart | Remembers items in your booking cart | 7 days |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use services from trusted partners who set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis
- WhatsApp Web: For chat functionality
- UPI Payment Gateways: For secure payments
- Google Maps: For location services
These third parties may use cookies for their own purposes. Their privacy policies apply.
4. Managing Your Cookies
4.1 How to Control Cookies
You can:
- Accept all cookies (recommended for best experience)
- Reject non-essential cookies (some features may not work)
- Clear cookies anytime from browser settings
4.2 Browser Settings
Manage cookies through your browser:
| Browser | Instructions |
|---------|--------------|
| Chrome | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies |
| Firefox | Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies |
| Safari | Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data |
| Edge | Settings → Cookies and site permissions |
4.3 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. Click "Accept" to enable all cookies or customize your preferences.
5. What Happens If You Disable Cookies?
- Essential features (booking forms, login) may not work
- Preferences won't be saved between visits
- Analytics won't track your usage (we won't know what's working)
- Some third-party services may not function
6. Our Commitment
- We never sell your cookie data
- Cookies are used only to improve your experience
- We comply with applicable data protection laws
- You can withdraw consent anytime by clearing cookies
7. Updates to Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy. Changes will be posted here with a new effective date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance.
8. Contact Us
Questions about cookies? Reach out:
WhatsApp/Call: 7791889505 | 9414720970 | 9119338157
Email: alankarshree1@gmail.com
By using our website, you agree to this Cookie Policy. Thank you for visiting Shree Alankar Dresses and Studio!