Welcome to Tuhin World (https://www.tuhin.world/), a platform designed to offer engaging content and services tailored to your interests. As a website that values your privacy and transparency, we take great care to comply with global data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, the ePrivacy Directive, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These laws govern how personal data, including information collected through cookies, is processed and stored to protect user rights and ensure data privacy.
This Cookies Policy outlines how we use cookies and similar technologies on Tuhin World to enhance your experience while adhering to legal requirements. By accessing our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, but you retain the right to manage your preferences and control how your data is collected.
Cookies are a critical aspect of modern web browsing, enabling websites to function optimally and provide personalized experiences. However, they also come with responsibilities, especially when it involves collecting user data. This policy will explain what cookies are, how we use them, and the steps we take to ensure full compliance with privacy regulations, giving you confidence in how your personal data is managed when you visit Tuhin World.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They contain information that is transferred to your device’s storage and are widely used by websites to make them work efficiently and enhance the user experience. Cookies can remember your preferences and make your browsing experience smoother by recognizing your device on future visits and recalling information like login details, language preferences, or previously viewed pages.
There are different types of cookies:
- First-party cookies: These are set directly by the website you are visiting (in this case, https://www.tuhin.world/).
- Third-party cookies: These are set by a domain other than the one you are visiting, typically through third-party services embedded in the website such as analytics tools or social media plugins.
Cookies can also be categorized based on their duration and purpose:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are erased once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a predefined period or until manually deleted.
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the basic functioning of the website.
- Non-essential cookies: Used for purposes such as analytics, personalization, and advertising.
GDPR and Cookies
The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), which came into effect in May 2018, governs how personal data is collected, processed, and stored by organizations operating within the European Union, as well as those offering goods and services to individuals in the EU. It is applicable to websites like Tuhin World if they collect data from EU users, regardless of the business location.
Under the GDPR, cookies that can identify individuals (for example, through their IP address or user behavior) are considered personal data. This means that the use of cookies falls under the GDPR’s rules about transparency, consent, and data protection. Before cookies are stored on a user’s device, explicit consent must be obtained, unless the cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the website.
At Tuhin World, we ensure GDPR compliance by:
- Requesting clear, affirmative consent from users before storing non-essential cookies.
- Providing a cookie banner when you first visit our site that explains how we use cookies and gives you the option to manage your cookie preferences.
- Allowing users to withdraw their consent at any time.
- Ensuring that any third-party services we use, such as analytics providers, also comply with the GDPR.
UK GDPR and Cookies
After the United Kingdom left the European Union, the UK adopted its own version of the GDPR, commonly referred to as the UK GDPR. The UK GDPR mirrors much of the EU GDPR, including how websites must handle cookies. The same principles of obtaining user consent, ensuring transparency, and protecting personal data apply to UK users.
For users accessing Tuhin World from the UK, we are committed to complying with the UK GDPR. This includes providing users with the ability to opt-in to non-essential cookies and ensuring that users can easily withdraw their consent at any time. The rights of UK users, including the right to access and delete their data, are respected under the UK GDPR, and we apply the same rigorous standards to all our data processing activities for UK users as we do for those in the EU.
ePrivacy Directive and Cookies
The ePrivacy Directive, commonly referred to as the “EU Cookie Law,” predates the GDPR but remains an important legal framework governing the use of cookies and similar technologies within the European Union. The ePrivacy Directive requires that website operators obtain user consent before storing non-essential cookies or using tracking technologies that collect user data. This directive applies to cookies used for marketing, analytics, and personalization, among other things.
The ePrivacy Directive is complemented by the GDPR, which further strengthens data protection rules by requiring explicit consent for cookies that process personal data. At Tuhin World, we adhere to both the ePrivacy Directive and the GDPR by ensuring that:
- Users are fully informed about the use of cookies on our website through our cookie banner and policy.
- Consent is obtained before any non-essential cookies are stored on users’ devices.
- Users can easily change or withdraw their consent at any time.
Our cookie banner provides users with clear options to accept or reject the use of non-essential cookies, as well as the option to view detailed information about the cookies we use. Essential cookies, which are necessary for the website to function, are exempt from the consent requirement, but we still inform users about their presence and purpose.
CCPA and Cookies
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), which came into effect in January 2020, provides California residents with specific rights regarding their personal data. Although the CCPA does not specifically mention cookies, many cookies, particularly third-party cookies used for tracking and advertising, collect personal information such as IP addresses and browsing behavior. As such, cookies fall under the CCPA’s definition of personal data.
The CCPA grants California residents the right to know what personal data is being collected about them, the right to opt out of the sale of their personal data, and the right to request that their data be deleted. At Tuhin World, we extend these rights to California users and provide mechanisms to comply with the CCPA, including:
- Informing users about the categories of personal data collected via cookies.
- Providing an opt-out mechanism for users who do not want their personal data shared with third parties for advertising purposes.
- Ensuring that users can request access to or deletion of their personal data, including any data collected through cookies.
In compliance with the CCPA, we provide a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link in our cookie policy, allowing California residents to easily opt out of the sale of their personal information. We also provide detailed information about the cookies we use, including the categories of personal information collected and the purposes for which it is used.
Types of Cookies We Use at Tuhin World
At Tuhin World, we use both first-party and third-party cookies for various purposes. The specific types of cookies we use fall into several categories:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without these cookies, certain features of the site may not work as intended. For example, essential cookies help keep your session active and ensure that you remain logged in while navigating different pages of the site.
- Analytics Cookies: We use analytics cookies to collect information about how users interact with our website. This data helps us understand user behavior, improve the functionality of the site, and make informed decisions about future developments. For example, we may track which pages are most frequently visited, how long users stay on the site, and what actions they take. This information is anonymized and used in aggregate to improve the user experience.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They may be set by third-party services such as ad networks, which collect information about your browsing behavior to create targeted ads. Advertising cookies also help limit the number of times you see a particular ad and measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns.
- Functionality Cookies: Functionality cookies allow us to remember your preferences, such as your language settings or login information, to provide you with a more personalized experience. These cookies are not essential for the website to function, but they enhance the user experience by making it more tailored to your individual needs.
- Social Media Cookies: Social media cookies are used when you interact with social media plugins on our website, such as sharing content to Facebook or Twitter. These cookies may track your activity across different websites and build a profile of your interests, which can be used to display targeted content or advertisements on social media platforms.
Managing Cookies
As a user, you have control over the cookies that are stored on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using the cookie management tools provided on our website. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but this may affect your experience on our website, as some functionalities may be lost if essential cookies are disabled.
For more information on how to manage cookies, visit the help section of your browser or consult the settings menu. Additionally, we provide a cookie preference center on our website, where you can easily adjust your preferences and revoke your consent to the use of non-essential cookies.
Your Rights Under GDPR, UK GDPR, and CCPA
As a user of Tuhin World, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including any data collected through cookies. These rights are designed to give you more control over how your information is collected and used:
- Right to access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you, including any data collected through cookies.
- Right to rectification: If the data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that it be corrected.
- Right to erasure: You can request that we delete any personal data we hold about you, including data collected through cookies.
- Right to object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data, including the use of cookies for purposes such as marketing or profiling.
- Right to withdraw consent: If you have given consent to the use of cookies, you can withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
- Right to data portability: You can request that your personal data, including information collected through cookies, be provided to you or another controller in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
If you are a resident of California under the CCPA, you have additional rights, including:
- Right to know: You can request information about the categories of personal data collected through cookies, the purposes for which that data is used, and the third parties with whom your data has been shared.
- Right to opt out: You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal data to third parties, including data collected through advertising or tracking cookies.
- Right to deletion: You can request that any personal data collected about you, including through cookies, be deleted.
- Right to non-discrimination: You have the right to receive equal service and pricing even if you choose to exercise your privacy rights, such as opting out of the sale of your personal information.
At Tuhin World, we respect your rights under the GDPR, UK GDPR, and CCPA, and we have implemented processes to ensure that you can easily exercise these rights. If you have any concerns or would like to make a request regarding your personal data, you can contact us at the contact details provided below.
Third-Party Cookies and Data Sharing
Tuhin World may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, social media platforms, and advertising networks, that set cookies on our website. These third-party cookies are used for various purposes, including analytics, advertising, and social media integration.
Third-party cookies may collect personal data, including your IP address, browsing behavior, and interactions with ads or social media content. These third parties may use the data collected through cookies to provide you with targeted advertisements on other websites, build user profiles, or analyze traffic patterns.
We work with trusted third-party providers that comply with GDPR, UK GDPR, and CCPA requirements, ensuring that your personal data is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. However, please note that third parties have their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing these policies to understand how your data is used by these providers.
Data Security and Retention
At Tuhin World, we take the security of your personal data seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes securing the cookies we use on our website, as well as encrypting any personal data transmitted through our site.
Cookies are stored on your device for varying lengths of time, depending on their purpose. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period unless manually deleted. We retain the data collected through cookies only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, after which it is securely deleted or anonymized.
International Data Transfers
Tuhin World is based in [Insert Location], and our website may be accessed by users worldwide. As such, the data collected through cookies, including personal data, may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom. When we transfer personal data to third countries, we ensure that adequate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or data protection agreements, to protect your data in accordance with GDPR, UK GDPR, and other applicable privacy laws.
For users in California, Tuhin World complies with the CCPA’s requirements for data transfers, ensuring that personal data is protected regardless of where it is processed.
Changes to Our Cookies Policy
Tuhin World may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies, legal requirements, or best practices. When we make changes to this policy, we will notify you by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of the policy and, where appropriate, providing a notice on our website.
We encourage you to review this Cookies Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and protect your personal data. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this policy indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Cookies Policy or how we handle your personal data, please feel free to contact us.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that you have control over how your data is used. If you would like to learn more about your rights under the GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA, or any other applicable privacy regulations, or if you need assistance managing your cookie preferences, please do not hesitate to reach out.
