Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

Types of Cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until expiration or manual deletion
• First-Party Cookies: Set by this website
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services (e.g., Google Analytics)

2. Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.

2.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help me understand how visitors use the website and improve user experience.

2.3 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization.

2.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies track your activity to deliver personalized content. Currently not used on this website.

3. Third-Party Services

This website uses third-party services that may set cookies:

Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
• Data Collected: IP address (anonymized), pages visited, time on site, device type
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Calendly

• Purpose: Meeting scheduling functionality
• Data Collected: Name, email, meeting preferences
• Privacy Policy: Calendly Privacy Policy

Netlify

• Purpose: Website hosting and form submissions
• Data Collected: Form data, IP address, browser information
• Privacy Policy: Netlify Privacy Policy

4. How to Manage Cookies

4.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit this website, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:

• Accept All: Allow all cookies
• Reject Optional: Allow only essential cookies
• Manage Preferences: Choose specific cookie categories

4.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

4.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" signal. This website respects DNT signals and will not track users who enable this feature.

5. Cookie Consent Withdrawal

You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:

• Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in the footer
• Clearing cookies through your browser settings
• Contacting me at privacy@pavankakarrot.com

6. Data Retention

• Essential Cookies: Retained for duration specified above
• Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Functional Cookies: Retained until you clear cookies or they expire

7. International Transfers

Some cookies may transfer data outside the EU/EEA (e.g., Google servers in the US). These transfers are protected by:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
• Privacy Shield certification (where applicable)

8. Children's Privacy

This website does not knowingly collect cookies from children under 18. If you believe a child has provided data, contact me immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Cookie Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date will reflect changes. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Information

For questions about cookies or to exercise your rights: