Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit it. They are widely used across the internet to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website operators about how their sites are being used.

Cookies are not programs and cannot execute code or deliver viruses. They are simply data files. A cookie typically contains the name of the website that issued it, the duration for which it will remain on your device, and a value - usually a randomly generated unique number that allows the website to recognize your device on subsequent visits.

Similar technologies include web beacons (small transparent image files used to track user behavior), local storage (a browser feature that stores data locally), and session storage (temporary data that is cleared when you close your browser). This policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies".

How We Use Cookies

PK Tech Horizon uses cookies for a limited set of purposes related to the operation and improvement of this website. We do not use cookies for advertising targeting, cross-site tracking, or the creation of behavioral profiles for commercial sale.

The cookies we use fall into three categories: essential cookies that are required for the website to function, analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors engage with our content, and functional cookies that remember your preferences to improve your experience. Each category is described in detail in the sections below.

We collect cookie consent preferences themselves in a cookie. This allows us to respect your choices on subsequent visits without asking you again every time you visit the site.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the basic operation of this website. They cannot be disabled through our cookie consent system because without them, the website cannot function as intended. You can block these cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may prevent parts of the website from working correctly.

Cookie Consent Preference (pkthr_consent)

This cookie stores your cookie consent preferences so that we can respect your choices on future visits. It records whether you have accepted, rejected, or customized your cookie settings, along with the timestamp of your decision. This cookie is set for 12 months from the date of your consent decision.

Session Management

Standard session cookies may be set by the web server to maintain basic website functionality during your visit. These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser and do not contain personally identifiable information.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors find and use our website. This information is used to improve the structure, content, and usability of the site. These cookies are only set if you consent to analytics cookies through our cookie consent banner.

Analytics data we collect through cookies may include which pages are visited most frequently, how long visitors spend on different sections of the site, what type of device and browser visitors use, and the general geographic region from which visitors arrive (based on anonymized IP address data). We do not use analytics cookies to identify individual users.

If you decline analytics cookies, we will not collect this information and your visit will not be tracked beyond what is necessary for essential site operation.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced features and remember choices you make to provide a more personalized experience. On this website, functional cookies are used to remember your dark mode preference so that it persists across sessions.

The dark mode preference cookie (pkt-theme) stores whether you have selected light or dark display mode. This is stored in your browser's local storage rather than as a traditional cookie. It does not expire automatically and will persist until you clear your browser data or change your preference.

These cookies are only set if you have enabled functional cookies through our consent system, with the exception of theme preferences which are stored locally on your device and do not transmit data to our servers.

Third-Party Cookies

Our website includes an embedded Google Maps iframe in the contact section, which may set cookies from Google's domains when you interact with the map. These cookies are governed by Google's own privacy and cookie policies, which are available at google.com/policies/privacy. We do not control the cookies set by Google Maps.

We load web fonts from Google Fonts and icon resources from Cloudflare CDN. These services may set their own cookies or use local storage for caching purposes. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party providers if you have concerns about their data practices.

We do not integrate advertising networks, social media tracking pixels, or affiliate tracking cookies on this website.

Your Consent

When you first visit pktechhorizon.com, a cookie consent banner appears at the top of the page. You have three options: accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category. Essential cookies are always active and cannot be disabled through this mechanism.

Your consent choice is recorded in the pkthr_consent cookie and will be respected for 12 months. After this period, you will be asked to confirm your preferences again. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your cookies or by contacting us to discuss your options.

Consent is recorded with a timestamp. If we materially change the types of cookies we use, we will seek fresh consent from visitors at that time.

Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

All major browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings menus. The process varies by browser. You can generally find cookie controls under Settings or Preferences, then Privacy or Security. Most browsers allow you to block all cookies, block only third-party cookies, or clear existing cookies.

Please be aware that blocking all cookies will affect the functionality of many websites, not just ours. If you block essential cookies, this website may not function correctly. Browser-based cookie management applies independently of the consent preferences you set through our banner.

Browser extensions are also available that provide more granular control over cookies and tracking technologies. These are third-party products and we do not endorse any specific extension.

Cookie Duration

Cookies have different lifespans depending on their type and purpose. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you manually delete them.

The pkthr_consent cookie has a lifespan of 365 days from the date it is set. Analytics cookies, where used, typically have lifespans ranging from 30 days to 24 months depending on the specific analytics tool. Functional preference data stored in local storage does not expire automatically.

You can review and delete cookies at any time through your browser's cookie management interface.

Legal Basis in Pakistan

The use of cookies on this website is conducted in accordance with applicable Pakistani law. While Pakistan does not currently have a standalone data protection act equivalent to European GDPR, the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA) and the Electronic Transactions Ordinance 2002 establish a framework for electronic data handling and privacy. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) provides regulatory oversight of electronic communications and data practices.

We handle cookie data in a manner consistent with these frameworks and with internationally recognized privacy principles. We use non-essential cookies only with your consent, we are transparent about what cookies we use and why, and we provide you with meaningful control over your cookie preferences.

As Pakistan's data protection regulatory framework continues to develop, we will update our practices to ensure ongoing compliance with any new legislation or regulatory guidance that comes into effect.

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable law, or changes in our data practices. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this document indicates when the policy was most recently revised.

If we add new cookie categories or significantly change how we use existing cookies, we will seek fresh consent from website visitors at that time. Minor updates that do not affect the substance of our cookie practices may be made without triggering a new consent request.

Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies or want to exercise your data rights in connection with cookie data, please contact us:

PK Tech Horizon
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +92 51 874 4445
1st Floor, SIF Country Office, 29 Street 40, G-10/4
Islamabad, 42600, Pakistan

You may also review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use for broader information about how we handle data on this website.