Cookie Policy
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how TECXA (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit website and related digital platforms. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
Last Updated: 12th of June 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, which can make it easier to visit the site again and make the site more useful to you.
Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Authentication cookies
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the way our website works by understanding which pages are most popular and how visitors move around the site.
We use:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Facebook Pixel: To measure the effectiveness of our advertising
- LinkedIn Insight Tag: To track conversions and retarget website visitors
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference, region, or username) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples:
- Language preference cookies
- Location-based cookies
- User interface customization cookies
- Event registration progress cookies
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you. They are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission and remember that you have visited a website, and this information is shared with other organizations such as advertisers.
We may use:
- Google Ads: For retargeting and conversion tracking
- Facebook Custom Audiences: For targeted advertising
- LinkedIn Campaign Manager: For professional audience targeting
- YouTube: For video content and advertising
Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to the site to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building up a profile of your interests.
Platforms include:
- YouTube
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Website Functionality
- Remembering your login status and preferences
- Maintaining your session during event registration
- Storing items in your registration cart
- Providing personalized content based on your interests
- Enabling essential website features and navigation
Analytics and Performance
- Understanding how visitors use our website
- Identifying the most popular pages and content
- Analyzing user journeys and behavior patterns
- Measuring website performance and load times
- Tracking registration conversion rates
Marketing and Advertising
- Delivering relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Retargeting visitors who haven't completed registration
- Tracking conversions from advertising campaigns
- Building audience segments for targeted marketing
Event-Specific Purposes
- Managing event registration processes
- Providing personalized event recommendations
- Enabling networking features and attendee matching
- Tracking session preferences and agenda building
- Facilitating virtual event platform integration
Third-Party Cookies
We work with several third-party service providers who may place cookies on your device:
Analytics Providers
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service
- Hotjar: User behavior analytics and feedback
- Mixpanel: Event tracking and user analytics
Marketing Platforms
- Google Ads: Advertising and remarketing platform
- Facebook Business: Social media advertising
- LinkedIn Marketing Solutions: Professional network advertising
- Mailchimp: Email marketing platform
Event Technology Providers
- Eventbrite: Event registration and ticketing
- Zoom: Virtual event platform integration
- Whova: Event networking and engagement platform
- Stripe: Payment processing
Social Media Platforms
- Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
- LinkedIn: Professional networking and sharing
- Twitter: Social media integration
- YouTube: Video content hosting
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either:
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help our website remember what you are doing from page to page during your visit.
Persistent Cookies
These remain on your device for a set period (ranging from minutes to years) or until you delete them. They help our website remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
To manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Our Cookie Preference Center
When you first visit our website, you’ll see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Learn more about each type of cookie
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain advertising cookies using these tools:
- Google Ads Settings: To control Google advertising cookies
- Facebook Ad Preferences: To manage Facebook advertising
- LinkedIn Ad Settings: To control LinkedIn advertising
- Network Advertising Initiative: Industry-wide opt-out tool
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Consumer choice tools
Mobile Device Settings
On mobile devices, you can control cookies and tracking through:
- Device privacy settings
- App-specific privacy controls
- Advertising identifier settings (iOS: "Limit Ad Tracking", Android: "Opt out of Ads Personalization")
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
Essential Functions That May Be Affected:
- Event registration and payment processing
- User account login and session management
- Shopping cart functionality
- Security features and fraud prevention
- Website performance optimization
Optional Features That May Be Affected:
- Personalized content recommendations
- Social media sharing functionality
- Live chat and customer support widgets
- Analytics and website improvement efforts
- Targeted advertising and marketing communications
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- The cookies we use
- Our business practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Technology developments
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our website banner or email
- Request renewed consent where required by law
International Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside Sri Lanka. When cookies facilitate the transfer of your data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under applicable privacy laws, we use cookies based on:
- Your consent: For non-essential cookies like marketing and analytics
- Legitimate interests: For essential website functionality and security
- Contract performance: For processing your event registration and payments
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
TECXA
Full name of legal entity: TECXA (PVT) LTD
Email address: privacy@tecxaltd.com
Postal address: 07, Rajakiya Mawatha, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka.
Phone: +94-11-4493087
For specific cookie-related inquiries, you can also reach our Data Protection Officer at: dpo@tecxaltd.com
Useful Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
- Sri Lanka Data Protection Authority: https://www.dpa.gov.lk/
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.comhttps://www.youronlinechoices.com/
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- Google Privacy & Terms: policies.google.com
Note: This Cookie Policy applies specifically to the Sri Lanka FinTech Summit website and related digital platforms. Different policies may apply to other TECXA websites or services.
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein.
