Introduction

Layam Group (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws, including India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (“DPDPA”). This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) outlines our use of cookies on our website, layamgroup.com (“Website”), and provides information on how you can manage your cookie preferences.

Definition of Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, enhance user experiences, and provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies We Use

We utilize the following categories of cookies on our Website:

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the Website. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services may be unavailable.
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us understand and improve Website performance. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
• Functional Cookies: These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (e.g., language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be set by third-party advertising networks with our permission.

Legal Basis for Processing

In accordance with the DPDPA, we process personal data collected through cookies based on your explicit and informed consent. By selecting your preferences in our cookie consent banner, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Policy.

Managing Cookie Preferences

You have the right to manage your cookie preferences at any time:

• Consent Banner: Upon your first visit to our Website, a cookie consent banner will appear, allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can customize your preferences by selecting the appropriate options.
• Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to notify you when cookies are being used or to block them altogether. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.

Third-Party Cookies

We may engage third-party service providers who use cookies to perform services on our behalf, such as analytics and advertising. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not have control over these cookies, and their use is subject to the respective third party’s privacy policies.

Data Retention

Personal data collected through cookies will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods depend on the type of cookie and its function.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the option to modify your cookie settings at any time. Your browser allows you to block cookies from being stored or delete existing cookies from your device through its settings. For detailed instructions on how to do this, please refer to the ‘Help’ section of your internet browser.

Please note that disabling or declining cookies may affect your experience on our website. Certain features and functionalities may not work as intended, and some sections of the website may become inaccessible.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Layam Group

13/1, 5th Cross Street, Indira Nagar, Adyar, Chennai – 600020. India.

Email: connectus@layamgroup.com

Phone: 044 – 2445 2506, 044 – 2445 6449, 044 – 4063 9999, 044 – 2441 4599