Cookie Policy
Company: Horton Group
Effective Date: June 2025
Last Updated: June 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Horton Group (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at www.horton.lk. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to recognise your device on subsequent visits and can store information about your preferences and browsing behaviour. Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information unless you have provided such information to the website.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly and cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. No personal data is collected by these cookies.
2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and any error messages encountered. We use this data to improve the website’s performance. Tools we may use include Google Analytics or similar platforms. The data collected is aggregated and anonymised.
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preference) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have incorporated into our pages.
2.4 Targeting & Marketing Cookies
We may use these cookies to deliver relevant content or advertisements and to track the effectiveness of our digital outreach efforts. These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services we use to enhance user experience. These may include:
- Google Analytics — for website traffic analysis.
- LinkedIn Insight Tag — for professional audience analytics and content performance.
- Embedded content providers (e.g., video platforms or mapping services).
Third-party cookies are governed by the respective third party’s privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review independently.
4. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be classified by their duration:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a defined period (typically 1–24 months) or until you delete them manually.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.
Browser-specific guidance is available from the following sources:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
You may also opt out of analytics cookies via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
6. Cookie Consent
On your first visit to our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice. By clicking “Accept All,” you consent to all categories of cookies described in this Policy. You may also choose to accept only strictly necessary cookies. Your preferences are stored and can be updated at any time via the cookie settings link available on our website.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Company: Horton Group
Address: No. 2 Arunachalam Avenue, Horton Place, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 11 289 898
Email: info@horton.lk