Cookie Policy
1. About this policy
This Cookie Policy explains how swapnilughade.com uses cookies and similar technologies on swapnilughade.com (the “Website”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
2. What are cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function, remember your preferences, and understand how it is used. We also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags, and local storage, which we refer to collectively as “cookies”.
3. The types of cookies we use
| Cookie | Provider | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
mw_cookie_consent | swapnilughade.com | Strictly Necessary | Stores your cookie consent preferences (analytics and marketing opt-in/out) so we do not re-ask on every visit. | 1 year (localStorage) |
_ga | Google LLC | Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated client identifier; used to calculate visitor, session, and campaign statistics. | 2 years |
_ga_* | Google LLC | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state and store campaign attribution data. | 2 years |
_gid | Google LLC | Analytics | Distinguishes unique users; used to count and store the number of page views. | 24 hours |
_gcl_au | Google LLC | Marketing | Used by Google Ads via Google Tag Manager to store and measure conversions and track advertising campaign effectiveness. | 90 days |
All analytics and marketing cookies are set only when you grant consent. The mw_cookie_consent preference is stored in your browser’s localStorage (not as a cookie) and is always active.
4. Your consent and choices
When you first visit the Website, we will ask for your consent to non-essential cookies through a consent banner, consistent with the consent principles of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. You can accept, reject, or customise your choices, and you can change your preferences at any time through the Cookie Settings link in our footer.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent because the Website cannot function properly without them.
5. Managing cookies in your browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting them. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the Website works. Guidance is usually available in your browser’s help section.
6. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties, such as analytics and advertising providers, which process data in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review those policies.
7. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: