Cookie Policy
Last Updated: September 30, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website parshantsharmaphotography.com. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain features of our website to function properly.
Cookies do not contain any personal information that can identify you directly, but they help us understand how you use our website so we can improve it.
How We Use Cookies
Prashant Photography uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly:
- Session Management: Keep you logged in during your visit
- Security: Protect against spam and abuse
- Website Functionality: Remember your preferences (language, region)
- Form Submissions: Process contact forms and booking inquiries
These cookies cannot be disabled as the website won’t work properly without them.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website:
- Google Analytics: Track page visits, session duration, and user behaviour
- Traffic Sources: Understand how you found our website
- Popular Content: Identify which pages and galleries are most viewed
- Website Performance: Monitor loading times and technical issues
These cookies help us improve your experience, but are not essential for basic website functionality.
Functionality Cookies
Enhance your browsing experience:
- Gallery Preferences: Remember your viewing preferences
- Language Settings: Store your preferred language
- Location Data: Show you relevant information based on your location
- Video Playback: Enable smooth video player functionality
Marketing & Social Media Cookies
Used for promotional purposes (with your consent):
- Facebook Pixel: Show relevant ads on Facebook/Instagram
- Social Media Integration: Enable sharing and social features
- Retargeting: Display our ads on other websites you visit
- Campaign Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
You can opt out of these cookies without affecting core website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
We use trusted third-party services that may place their own cookies:
Google Analytics: Website traffic and behaviour analysis
Facebook/Meta: Social media integration and advertising
Instagram: Photo galleries and social feeds
Google Maps: Location and directions to our studio
YouTube: Video content embedding
Payment Gateways: Secure payment processing for bookings
These third parties have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them:
- Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Facebook Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
- Instagram Privacy Policy: https://help.instagram.com/privacy
Types of Cookies by Duration
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. Used for navigation and security.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period (days, months, or years). Used to remember your preferences and provide personalised experiences.
Managing Cookies
You have full control over cookies on our website:
Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:
Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
Mobile Browsers: Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data
Opt-Out Options
Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the browser add-on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Social Media: Adjust your Facebook and Instagram ad preferences in your account settings
Do Not Track: Enable “Do Not Track” in your browser (we respect this setting)
Cookie Consent Banner
On your first visit, you’ll see our cookie consent banner, where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your cookie preferences
- Change your preferences anytime (link in website footer)
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable essential cookies:
- Some website features may not work properly
- You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
- Security features may be compromised
If you disable analytics cookies:
- Your browsing won’t be tracked
- We won’t have data to improve the user experience
- No impact on website functionality
If you disable marketing cookies:
- You won’t see personalised ads
- Social sharing features may be limited
- No impact on core website functionality
Cookies We Use – Detailed List
Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
wordpress_* | Essential | Session | WordPress functionality |
PHPSESSID | Essential | Session | Session management |
_ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics visitor tracking |
_gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics session tracking |
_fbp | Marketing | 3 months | Facebook Pixel tracking |
fr | Marketing | 3 months | Facebook advertising |
IDE | Marketing | 1 year | Google advertising |
This is not an exhaustive list. Cookies may be updated as we add new features or third-party services.
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Prashant Photography
First Floor, S.C.O. 21, Phase 1, Sector 55
Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab 160055
India
Phone: +91 98030 30306
Email: prashantsharmaphotography@gmail.com
Website: https://parshantsharmaphotography.com
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use data through cookies. Your privacy matters to us.