Effective Date: 1 January 2024
Welcome to Music Gurukul, GOLN – an initiative of the Gurukul Online Learning Network (GOLN). This Cookie Policy explains how and why cookies and similar technologies are used on our website https://musicgoln.com/ (“we”, “our”, or “us”), and how you can manage your preferences.
By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function effectively and improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and recognising you when you return.
Cookies also assist us in analysing website performance, personalising content, and delivering relevant advertisements.
2. How We Use Cookies
Music Gurukul, GOLN uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies:These cookies are required for the operation of our website. They enable core functions such as security, network management, and accessibility.
- Performance & Analytics Cookies:These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site (for example, which pages are visited most often). We use tools such as Google Analytics to collect anonymous statistical data for improving user experience.
- Advertising & Targeting Cookies:We use Google AdSense, Facebook Pixel, and similar technologies to display personalised ads based on your interests and browsing history.
- Functionality Cookies:These cookies allow the website to remember your choices (such as language preferences or login details) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
- Third-Party Cookies:Some cookies may be set by third-party services such as embedded videos (YouTube), social media sharing buttons, or payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal). We do not control these cookies directly.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enables core site functionality | Login sessions, security, payment processing |
| Performance | Analyses usage to improve service | Google Analytics |
| Functional | Remembers preferences and settings | Language, theme |
| Targeting / Advertising | Delivers relevant ads and measures performance | Google AdSense, Facebook Pixel |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party cookies to improve our site’s interactivity and advertising relevance. These include:
- Google AdSense & Google Analytics (for advertising and analytics)
- Facebook Pixel (for marketing and social integration)
- Stripe & PayPal (for secure payment processing)
- YouTube (for video embedding and engagement tracking)
Please review their respective privacy and cookie policies for more information on how they process your data.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: You may block or delete cookies by adjusting your web browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our website.
- Cookie Banner: Upon your first visit, our cookie banner will allow you to manage your consent preferences.
- Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:
- https://adssettings.google.com (Google)
- https://www.aboutads.info/choices/ (US-based users)
- https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ (EU users)
6. Data Collection and Retention
We only collect anonymous or pseudonymous information through cookies. No personal data (such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers) is stored unless you voluntarily provide it.
All cookie data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose, in accordance with applicable laws such as GDPR, CCPA, and LGPD.
7. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
We do not knowingly use cookies to collect data from children under 13 years of age. If you believe that your child may have provided us with personal information, please contact us at admin@musicgoln.com, and we will take immediate steps to remove such data.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may occasionally update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date”. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns about our Cookie Policy or data protection practices, please contact us:
Music Gurukul, GOLN
📧 Email: admin@musicgoln.com
🌐 Website: https://musicgoln.com/
🏢 Primary Address: 2450 Lakeside Parkway Suite 150 #1173, Flower Mound, TX 75022, USA
📍 Bangladesh Office: 86 New Eskaton, Dhaka – 1000
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