Cookies Policy
Effective Date: May 26, 2025
Last Updated: May 26, 2025
Welcome to Ikigai Schools. This Cookies Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website — https://ikigaischools.com/ ("Website"). It also outlines your rights and options in relation to these technologies.
By continuing to browse or use our Website, you agree that we can store and access cookies as described in this Cookies Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit — such as your preferences, login details, and browsing behavior.
Cookies enhance your user experience and help us understand how visitors interact with our Website, so we can continuously improve it.
2. Why We Use Cookies
At Ikigai Schools, we use cookies for a variety of reasons, including:
To ensure the website functions properly
To personalize your browsing experience
To understand how users interact with the site
To offer targeted advertising and marketing
To analyze performance and improve content
These cookies allow us to better serve our students, parents, and aspiring artists who are interested in our programs in music, dance, and theater.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use both first-party and third-party cookies on our Website:
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our Website. They enable basic features like page navigation, secure login, and access to certain areas. Our Website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Examples:
b) Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors use our Website. We use this data to identify issues, track user behavior, and make improvements.
Examples:
c) Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or location) and provide enhanced features tailored to your interests.
Examples:
Saved course preferences
Chatbot functionality
d) Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits and are used to deliver relevant advertising across different platforms and devices. These may also be set by third-party platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, or Google Ads.
Examples:
Facebook Pixel
Google Remarketing Tag
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website are set by trusted third-party services. These cookies are managed by the respective domains and are subject to their privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these providers for more information.
Common third-party cookies used:
Google Analytics: for usage tracking and reporting
Facebook Pixel: for retargeting and advertising insights
YouTube/Vimeo: for embedded video content
Instagram Feed Plugins: for social engagement metrics
5. How Long Are Cookies Stored?
Cookies can be categorized based on their duration:
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted once you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified time or until manually deleted. These cookies help recognize returning users and retain their preferences.
6. How You Can Control Cookies
You have the right to control and manage cookies in several ways:
a) Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through settings. You can choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies entirely. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of our Website.
To manage cookies in your browser:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
b) Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies or customize your preferences.
c) Opt-Out Tools
You may also opt-out of third-party cookies used for advertising purposes by visiting:
7. How We Protect Your Data
Cookies alone do not identify you personally. However, when combined with other data (like your IP address or user profile), they may become personal information.
Ikigai Schools is committed to protecting your privacy. Any data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act.
8. Cookies and Marketing
Our digital marketing efforts rely on cookies to:
Understand how users engage with our course pages
Deliver personalized advertisements to potential students and parents
Measure campaign effectiveness across platforms
These insights allow us to connect with more aspiring artists and grow our community in India and beyond.
9. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect legal, operational, or technological changes. Whenever we make significant changes, we’ll notify users via the Website or through email (if you’ve subscribed to our newsletters or enrolled with us).
Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our cookie practices.