Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Devinci Web Solutions ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website ("Site"). It describes what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which sets out how we handle personal information more broadly. By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to the website owner.

Cookies can be:

  • Session cookies: temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
  • First-party cookies: set directly by our Site
  • Third-party cookies: set by a third-party domain (such as an analytics or advertising provider) via our Site

Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage objects function in comparable ways and are covered by this policy.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

We categorise the cookies we use as follows:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our Site to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and access to protected areas. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies. Because they are necessary, they do not require your consent, although you can disable them via your browser settings (which may impair site functionality).

Session ID

Maintains your session state as you navigate between pages

CSRF Token

Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks

Cookie Consent

Stores your cookie preferences so we do not ask repeatedly

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, such as which pages are visited most often and whether visitors receive error messages. All information is aggregated and anonymous. We use this data to improve how our Site works.

_ga

Google Analytics: distinguishes unique users by assigning a random ID

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Google Analytics: maintains session state for Google Analytics 4

_gid

Google Analytics: distinguishes users; refreshes every 24 hours

_gat

Google Analytics: used to throttle the request rate to Google Analytics

Google Analytics data is processed by Google LLC in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy (policies.google.com/privacy). You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow our Site to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalised features. For example, they may remember your preferred language or region. The information these cookies collect may be anonymised and cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.

Preferences

Remembers user interface preferences such as font size or display settings

Language

Stores your selected language or region preference

3.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies

We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on our Site. If this changes, this policy will be updated accordingly and we will seek your consent before placing any such cookies.

4. Third-Party Cookies and Services

Some pages on our Site may embed content or tools from third-party providers. These third parties may place their own cookies on your device when you visit our Site. We do not have direct control over third-party cookies. The relevant third-party providers are responsible for their own cookie practices.

Third-party services that may be present on our Site include:

  • Google Analytics (web analytics) — privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy
  • Google Maps (mapping and location features) — privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy
  • Vimeo or YouTube (embedded video content) — subject to their respective privacy and cookie policies
  • Contact form providers or CRM tools — subject to the provider's own policies

We recommend reviewing the cookie and privacy policies of any third-party services you encounter on our Site.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings option on our Site.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete individual or all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all third-party cookies
  • Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is set

The following links provide guidance on managing cookies in commonly used browsers:

  • Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
  • Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
  • Apple Safari: support.apple.com/en-au/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
  • Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge

Please note that restricting or disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site and your experience as a visitor.

5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing activity not be tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for doing so. We will review this position as standards develop.

5.4 Opting Out of Analytics

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. This prevents Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits to websites.

6. Cookies on Websites We Build for Clients

As a web design and development business, we build websites for clients. Websites we create for clients may use cookies that are separate from those on our own Site. Cookie usage on client websites is determined by the client and the technologies implemented in their project.

If you are a visitor to a website that Devinci Web Solutions has built, you should refer to the cookie policy published by that website's owner for information about the cookies in use on that site.

If you are a client commissioning a website from us and require a cookie policy or cookie consent solution for your site, we can advise on and implement appropriate solutions as part of your project scope.

7. Personal Information Collected via Cookies

Some cookies may collect personal information, such as an IP address or a unique identifier that can be linked to you. Where cookies collect personal information, that information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

Analytics data collected via cookies is generally aggregated and anonymous. Where it constitutes personal information, it is used only for the purpose of understanding and improving Site performance and is not shared with third parties except as set out in our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the technologies we use, legal requirements, or our business practices. The updated policy will be published on our Site and will take effect from the date shown at the top of the document.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our Site after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Devinci Web Solutions

Petrie, Moreton Bay QLD, Australia

ABN 75 235 287 002

For broader privacy-related enquiries, please refer to our Privacy Policy.