Cookie Policy

Effective date: 25 August 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Institute of Communication and Data Science (ICDS) (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the website https://icds.institute.
By continuing to browse our Website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or our on-site cookie consent tool.

1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide information to website owners.

2. Types of cookies we use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
– Ensure the website functions correctly (e.g., page navigation, access to secure areas).
– Cannot be disabled in our systems.

Performance & Analytics Cookies
– Collect information about how visitors use our website (e.g., most visited pages, error messages).
– Help us improve website usability and performance.
– Examples: Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager.

Functional Cookies
– Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, cookie consent choices).
– Enhance your user experience.

Advertising & Tracking Cookies
– Track your browsing activity to deliver relevant ads on social media and third-party platforms.
– Help us measure campaign effectiveness and build custom audiences.
– Examples: Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram), LinkedIn Insight Tag, TikTok Pixel, Yandex Metrica (if used).

3. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use for analytics, advertising, or content delivery. These providers include (but are not limited to):
– Google Analytics 4 / Google Tag Manager
– Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram)
– LinkedIn Insight Tag
– TikTok Pixel
– Vimeo / YouTube (embedded video players)
We do not control how these third parties use cookies; please refer to their own Privacy Policies for details.

4. Managing cookies
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
For more information, see:
– Google: Managing cookies
Meta: Cookies & other storage technologies
We also provide an on-site cookie banner, where you can accept or reject non-essential cookies.

5. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technologies or regulations. The latest version will always be available on our Website.

6. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Institute of Communication and Data Science (ICDS)
info@icds.institute