Introduction
Welcome to Sold.lk, Sri Lanka’s premier free classified website where you can buy and sell in Sri Lanka with confidence. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at https://sold.lk/ and use our sri lanka marketplace services.
As Sri Lanka’s leading platform for free ads sri lanka, we are committed to transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This policy will help you understand what cookies are, how we use them on our classified ads sri lanka platform, and how you can control your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience when you buy online sri lanka or sell online sri lanka.
Cookies help us:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Improve your browsing experience on our free classified advertising platform
- Understand how you use our sri lanka ads service
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
- Ensure the security of your account when posting free classifieds
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our buy and sell sri lanka platform to function properly. They enable core website functionality such as:
- Authentication: Keeping you logged in to your Sold.lk account
- Security: Protecting against fraudulent activities and ensuring safe transactions
- Site Navigation: Remembering your location preferences (Colombo, Kandy, Galle, etc.)
- Shopping Cart: Maintaining your saved searches and favorite listings
- Language Settings: Remembering if you prefer Sinhala, Tamil, or English
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for our service to operate.
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our classified ads sri lanka platform by collecting anonymous information about:
- Which pages are visited most frequently
- How users navigate through our categories (vehicles, property, electronics, jobs)
- How long users spend browsing free ads sri lanka
- Which search terms are most popular
- Error messages and technical issues
We use this data to improve our sri lanka marketplace and make it easier for you to find what you’re looking for.
3. Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience on our free classified website by remembering your choices and preferences:
- Location Preferences: Remembering your preferred district or city for searches
- Category Preferences: Showing relevant categories based on your interests
- Search History: Saving your recent searches for quick access
- Display Settings: Remembering how you prefer to view listings (grid or list view)
- Contact Preferences: Your preferred method of communication with other users
4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies help us show you relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns:
- Targeted Advertising: Showing ads relevant to your interests and recent searches
- Social Media Integration: Enabling you to share listings on social platforms
- Marketing Campaign Tracking: Understanding which campaigns bring users to our site
- Retargeting: Showing Sold.lk ads on other websites you visit
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our buy and sell in sri lanka platform may include content and services from third parties, such as:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Google Ads: For advertising and remarketing campaigns
- Facebook Pixel: For social media advertising and analytics
- Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
- Map Services: For location-based features and directions
These third parties may set their own cookies when you interact with their content on our site.
How We Use Cookies
Enhancing Your Marketplace Experience
When you visit our sri lanka marketplace, cookies help us:
- Personalize Your Homepage: Show listings relevant to your location and interests
- Improve Search Results: Remember your search preferences and filters
- Streamline Communication: Keep you logged in for seamless messaging with buyers and sellers
- Provide Location Services: Show nearby listings and local market information
- Ensure Security: Protect your account and prevent unauthorized access
Supporting Our Free Service Model
As a free classified advertising platform, we rely on advertising revenue to keep our service free for all Sri Lankan users. Cookies help us:
- Show relevant advertisements that may interest you
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Provide demographic insights to advertisers (without sharing personal information)
- Optimize ad placement for better user experience
Analytics and Improvement
We use cookies to analyze how our classified ads platform is used, helping us:
- Identify popular categories and locations
- Understand user behavior patterns
- Optimize website performance and loading speeds
- Develop new features based on user needs
- Fix technical issues and improve overall functionality
Your Cookie Choices and Controls
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View Cookies: See which cookies are stored on your device
- Block Cookies: Prevent new cookies from being set
- Delete Cookies: Remove existing cookies from your device
- Set Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to accept
Please note: Disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our free ads sri lanka platform, such as logging in or posting advertisements.
Sold.lk Cookie Preferences
We provide cookie preference controls within your account settings where you can:
- Choose which non-essential cookies to accept
- Opt out of marketing and advertising cookies
- Adjust analytics and performance tracking preferences
- Update your preferences at any time
Mobile Device Settings
If you access Sold.lk through our mobile app or mobile browser, you can control cookies and similar technologies through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
- Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads
Opt-Out Links for Third-Party Services
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using these links:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
Data Protection and Privacy
Your Privacy Rights
As a user of our buy online sri lanka and sell online sri lanka services, you have the right to:
- Know what personal data we collect through cookies
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your personal data (where legally permissible)
- Object to certain uses of your data
- Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect information collected through cookies:
- Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted during transmission
- Access Controls: Limited access to cookie data on a need-to-know basis
- Regular Audits: Periodic security reviews and updates
- Secure Storage: Cookie data is stored on secure servers
Data Retention
We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the type:
- Essential Cookies: Until you log out or clear your browser
- Analytics Cookies: Up to 24 months
- Marketing Cookies: Up to 12 months
- Functionality Cookies: Until you change your preferences
International Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside Sri Lanka. When we transfer cookie data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- Our classified ads sri lanka platform features
- Cookie technologies we use
- Legal requirements
- Third-party services we integrate
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Post the updated policy on this page
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top
- Notify users through our platform or via email
- Provide prominent notice of material changes
Children’s Privacy
Our free classifieds platform is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies or any other means. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies on the Sold.lk sri lanka marketplace, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://sold.lk/
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently. Our customer service team is available to help you understand your rights and choices regarding cookies and privacy.
Additional Resources
For more information about our data practices, please review:
- Privacy Policy: Our comprehensive privacy policy
- Terms of Service: Platform usage terms and conditions
- Safety Guidelines: Tips for safe buying and selling
- Community Standards: Rules for our marketplace community