This Cookie Policy explains how Dotminimal ('we', 'us', 'our') uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.dotminimal.in ('Website'). This Policy should be read alongside our Terms of Use.
Because Dotminimal is a portfolio and editorial website that does not collect personal data from visitors, our use of cookies is minimal and limited to what is strictly necessary for the Website to function and for us to understand basic traffic patterns. By continuing to browse our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described herein.

1. What Are Cookies?
   Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions or preferences over a period of time. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services used by that website (third-party cookies).
   Cookies may be 'session cookies', which are deleted when you close your browser, or 'persistent cookies', which remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them manually.

   
   

2. Cookies We Use
   2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
   These cookies are essential for the Website to load and display correctly. They enable core technical functions such as page rendering, navigation, and security. They do not collect any personally identifiable information and cannot be disabled without affecting the Website's basic functionality. No opt-out is required for these cookies as they do not track you or store personal data.
   2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
   We may use web analytics tools — such as Google Analytics — to collect anonymised, aggregated data about how visitors interact with the Website. This may include information such as the number of page visits, approximate geographic region (country or city level), device type, browser type, and time spent on pages. This data helps us understand which content is most useful and how to improve the Website experience.
   All analytics data is anonymised and aggregated. We do not use it to identify individual visitors or for any marketing purpose. If Google Analytics is in use, data is processed by Google LLC in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking at any time by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
   2.3 Functional Cookies
   Functional cookies may be set to remember your display preferences (such as font size or colour scheme, if applicable) or to ensure the Website behaves consistently across sessions. These do not collect or store personal information.
   2.4 Third-Party Embedded Content
   Where the Website embeds content from third-party platforms — such as image galleries, portfolio embeds (e.g. Behance), or social media widgets (e.g. Instagram) — those platforms may set their own cookies on your device when you interact with or load such embedded content. Dotminimal does not control these third-party cookies. Their use is governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective platforms.
   Current third-party services that may set cookies include:
   – Google Analytics — web traffic analysis (anonymised data only);
   – Google Fonts — delivery of web typography;
   – Cloudflare or CDN provider — security, performance, and content delivery;
   – Social media platforms (Instagram, Behance, LinkedIn, Pinterest) — if embedded content or share widgets are present.

   
   

3. What We Do Not Use Cookies For
   Given the nature of this Website, Dotminimal does not use cookies for any of the following purposes:
   – Collecting, storing, or processing personal data of any visitor;
   – Targeted or behavioural advertising;
   – User profiling or retargeting;
   – Building mailing lists, marketing databases, or CRM records;
   – Tracking visitors across other websites or platforms.

   
   

4. Managing and Opting Out of Cookies
   You have the right to accept, decline, or delete cookies at any time. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. The following links provide guidance for commonly used browsers:
   – Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data;
   – Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data;
   – Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data;
   – Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.
   Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent the Website from displaying correctly. Disabling performance or analytics cookies will have no impact on your experience of the content.
   You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically by using the browser add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

   
   

5. Cookie Duration
   Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for varying durations. First-party persistent cookies used by this Website, if any, do not typically persist for more than 12 months. Third-party cookie durations are determined by the respective providers and may vary.

   
   

6. Cookies and Indian Law
   Our cookie practices are governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA). As
   this Website does not collect or process personal data, the applicability of data protection obligations under the DPDPA is limited. However, we are committed to transparency and will update this Policy as regulatory guidance evolves.

   
   

7. Do Not Track
   Some browsers offer a 'Do Not Track' (DNT) signal. There is currently no universally accepted technical standard for how websites must respond to DNT signals. Our Website may not alter its behaviour in response to a DNT signal at this time. We will monitor developments in this space and update our practices accordingly.

   
   

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
   We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, third-party services, or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated 'Last Updated' date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Website following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

   
   

9. Contact
   If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
   Dotminimal
   Email: contact@dotminimal.in
   Website: www.dotminimal.in
   Address: [Studio Address, City, State, PIN Code, India]