🍪 Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Banova Global LLP (“Banova”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It describes what cookies are, why we use them, how you can manage them, and how we comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

• India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act)
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you choose to disable them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember user preferences, enhance security, and improve user experience.

Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you, but they may be linked to personal data we hold about you.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Banova uses the following categories of cookies:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as:

• Secure browsing
• Page navigation
• Access to protected areas
• Form submissions
• These cookies cannot be disabled, as the website may not function correctly without them.

2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Error messages
• Traffic sources

This data is collected in aggregated and anonymized form and is used to improve website performance and user experience.

2.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to:

• Remember user preferences
• Save language or region settings
• Provide enhanced and personalized features

Disabling these cookies may affect certain website functionalities.

2.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to:

• Deliver relevant advertisements
• Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• Show content aligned with user interests

Marketing cookies may be placed by us or by third-party advertising partners, subject to your consent.

3. Cookies & Personal Data

Under DPDP Act and GDPR, cookies may process personal data such as:

• IP address
• Device and browser information
• Online identifiers

Banova ensures that:

• Personal data collected via cookies is processed lawfully and transparently
• Data is used only for specified and legitimate purposes
• Appropriate technical and organizational safeguards are in place

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party service providers to place cookies on our website, including:

• Analytics providers (e.g., traffic analysis tools)
• Payment gateways
• Marketing and advertising platforms

These third parties process data according to their own privacy and cookie policies. Banova does not control third-party cookies.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under DPDP Act (India)

• Cookies are used based on user consent or legitimate use for website functionality, security, and analytics.

Under GDPR (EU)

• Strictly necessary cookies: Legitimate interest
• Analytics & marketing cookies: Explicit user consent

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

6. Managing & Controlling Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block all or specific cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

6.2 Cookie Consent Banner

When you visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize cookie preferences

Your preferences will be stored and respected in future visits.

7. Data Retention for Cookies

Cookies are retained only for as long as necessary:

• Session cookies expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies remain for a defined period or until deleted

We periodically review and clean up stored cookie data.

8. Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access information collected via cookies
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request deletion of cookie-related personal data
• Object to certain types of processing

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

Banova Global LLP reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Legal or regulatory changes
• Technological updates
• Business practice changes

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.