Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your browsing experience more efficient and personalized.

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  First-Party Cookies: Cookies set directly by my website to remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
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  Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by external services like Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to help analyze website usage and performance.
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  Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser, used for essential website functionality.
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  Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted, used to remember your preferences across visits.

Why I Use Cookies

Cookies help me provide you with a better website experience and allow me to understand how my website is being used to make improvements. Here are the main reasons I use cookies:

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  Essential Functionality: To ensure basic website functions work properly, including security features, form submissions, and user authentication.
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  User Preferences: To remember your settings like theme preferences (dark/light mode), language choices, and other customization options across visits.
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  Analytics & Performance: To understand how visitors interact with my website, which pages are most popular, and how I can improve the user experience.
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  Optimization: To test different versions of pages and features to provide the best possible experience for all users.
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  Security: To help protect against spam, abuse, and unauthorized access to the website and its features.
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  Communication: To ensure contact forms work properly and to prevent duplicate form submissions.

Types of Cookies I Use

I use different categories of cookies for various purposes. Here's a detailed breakdown of each type:

Google Analytics Cookies

I use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use my website and to improve the user experience. Here's detailed information about Google Analytics cookies:

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  Data Collected: Page views, session duration, bounce rate, traffic sources, device information, and general geographic location (country/city level).
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  Privacy Settings: IP anonymization is enabled, data sharing with Google is restricted, and advertising features are disabled to protect your privacy.
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  Data Retention: Google Analytics data is automatically deleted after 26 months, and I regularly review and purge unnecessary analytics data.
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  Opt-Out Options: You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your cookie preferences below.
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  Google's Privacy Policy: Learn more about how Google processes data at Google Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Privacy.

Microsoft Clarity Cookies

Microsoft Clarity helps me understand user behavior through session recordings and heatmaps to improve website usability and user experience:

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  Session Recordings: Records user interactions including mouse movements, clicks, and scrolling to identify usability issues and improvement opportunities.
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  Heatmaps: Visual representations showing where users click, scroll, and focus their attention to optimize page layouts and content placement.
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  Privacy Protection: Sensitive information like passwords, credit card numbers, and personal data are automatically masked in recordings and heatmaps.
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  Data Retention: Clarity data is retained for 90 days by default, with automatic deletion after this period unless extended for specific analysis needs.
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  Microsoft Privacy: Learn more about Microsoft's privacy practices at Microsoft Privacy Statement.

Cookie Consent & Management

I respect your right to control how cookies are used on your device. You have several options for managing your cookie preferences:

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  Browser Controls: You can control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking, deleting, and managing cookies for specific websites.
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  Website Preferences: Use the cookie preference controls above to customize which types of cookies you allow on this website.
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  Change Anytime: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by returning to this page or clicking the cookie settings link in the footer.
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  Mobile Devices: Cookie controls are also available through your mobile browser settings and device privacy options.

Browser Cookie Settings

You can manage cookies directly through your web browser. Here are instructions for popular browsers:

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  Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or manage cookies for specific sites.
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  Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. Choose standard, strict, or custom privacy protection levels.
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  Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data. You can prevent cross-site tracking and manage cookies and website data.
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  Microsoft Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies and site data. Control how cookies are handled and manage stored data.
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  Important Note: Disabling all cookies may affect website functionality and prevent you from using certain features of this and other websites.

Third-Party Cookie Opt-Outs

For specific third-party services, you can opt out directly through their platforms:

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  Google Analytics: Download the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from tracking your visits.
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  Google Ads: Visit Google Ads Settings to manage personalized advertising preferences (not currently used on this site).
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  Microsoft Clarity: Microsoft Clarity respects browser Do Not Track signals and cookie preferences. No separate opt-out is required beyond browser settings.
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  Do Not Track: This website respects Do Not Track browser signals where technically feasible and will not track users who have enabled this setting.

International Cookie Laws

I comply with cookie laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions where I operate:

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  EU ePrivacy Directive & GDPR: Explicit consent is obtained for non-essential cookies, and users have full control over their cookie preferences with clear opt-out mechanisms.
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  UK ICO Guidelines: Following UK Information Commissioner's Office guidance on cookies, including clear information and genuine choice for users.
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  US State Privacy Laws: Compliance with California CCPA, Virginia CDPA, and other state privacy laws regarding tracking technologies and user rights.
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  UAE Data Protection: Adherence to UAE Personal Data Protection Law requirements for data processing and user consent.
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  Singapore PDPA: Compliance with Personal Data Protection Act requirements for consent and data collection practices.
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  India DPDP Act: Following Digital Personal Data Protection Act guidelines for data processing and user consent mechanisms.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in cookie usage, legal requirements, or new features:

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  Regular Reviews: This policy is reviewed regularly to ensure accuracy and compliance with current laws and best practices.
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  Notification of Changes: Significant changes are communicated through website notices and email notifications to users who have provided contact information.
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  New Cookie Types: If new types of cookies are introduced, users will be informed and consent will be requested before implementation.
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  Version History: Previous versions of this policy are maintained for reference and are available upon request.

Contact & Data Rights

If you have questions about cookies, want to exercise your data rights, or need assistance with cookie preferences:

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  Privacy Inquiries: Contact privacy@sajeeshrajan.com for all cookie-related questions and data protection concerns.
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  Technical Support: If you experience issues with cookie settings or website functionality, contact hello@sajeeshrajan.com for assistance.
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  Data Subject Rights: EU residents can exercise GDPR rights including access, rectification, erasure, and portability of data collected through cookies.
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  Regulatory Complaints: You can lodge complaints with your local data protection authority if you believe cookie practices violate applicable laws.