Cookie Policy
Haycarb PLC (referred as “Haycarb,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies across our websites to provide an enhanced user experience and analyse site performance. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options for managing your preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies, pixel tags and similar technologies (collectively ‘cookies’) are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. These files allow the website to remember your preferences, actions, and browsing behavior over time, helping enhance site functionality, security, and user experience.
Cookies can be categorized as:
- First-party cookies: Set by Haycarb and used to support core website functions.
- Third-party cookies: Set by external service providers for analytics, advertising, and performance monitoring.
Some cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for a set duration (persistent cookies).
Types of Cookies We Use
We use a variety of cookies to enhance your experience on our websites. Below are the subcategories of cookies we deploy:
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| Essential Cookies | These are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. | N/A |
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| Analytical and Performance Cookies | These cookies help us measure website performance, analyze visitor behavior, and optimize site content. | Users can disable analytics cookies through their browser settings or our cookie preferences tool. |
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| Functional Cookies | Enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering user preferences. | Disabling these may result in a loss of convenience, such as the need to manually set preferences each visit. |
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| Marketing and Advertising Cookies | These cookies track your interactions with our site to deliver relevant advertisements and promotional content. | Users can manage advertising preferences through third-party platforms or opt-out of targeted ads. |
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| Third-Party Cookies | These cookies are set by external providers to offer additional services such as embedded content and social media sharing. | Users should refer to third-party privacy policies for opt-out instructions. |
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How to Manage Cookies
You can also manage cookies using dedicated tools provided by third parties, such as:
- Google Ads Settings
- Your Online Choices
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect technological changes, legal requirements, or business practices. The most recent version will always be available on our website, and significant changes will be communicated accordingly.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about our use of cookies, contact our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer
Hayleys PLC
No.400, Deans Road, Colombo 01000
[email protected]
