Cookie Policy

Effective Date: August 18, 2026

Last Updated: August 18, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Biodiversity Sri Lanka (BSL) (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website, www.biodiversitysrilanka.org This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and improve your overall browsing experience.

Cookies can be:

• Session Cookies:Temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies:Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies on the BSL website to:

• Ensure the website functions securely and efficiently.
• Understand how visitors interact with our content, publications, and initiative updates.
• Remember your settings and preferences during and between visits.
• Improve site performance and user experience.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies




These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.



• Purpose: Core navigation, security, session management.
• Consent: These cookies do not require user consent as they are necessary for site operations.


B. Analytical and Performance Cookies




These cookies collect aggregated information about how visitors use our website (e.g., which pages are visited most often, duration of visits, and error messages). They help us measure and improve the performance of our platform.



• Purpose: Website traffic analysis, performance monitoring, content optimisation.
• Third-Party Services: We may use tools like Google Analytics to process this aggregated, non-identifiable data.


C. Functional Cookies




Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) to provide enhanced, personalised features.



• Purpose: User preferences, interactive features (e.g., embedded multimedia, event sign-ups).


D. Third-Party / Embedded Content Cookies




Some pages on our site contain embedded content from external services (such as YouTube videos, interactive maps, or social media sharing buttons). These third-party services may set their own cookies on your device when you interact with their content.



• Note: BSL does not control the dissemination of these third-party cookies. Please check the relevant third-party website for more information about their cookie practices.

4. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You have the right to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent.

Here is how you can manage cookie settings in common browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
• Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data

Please note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies may impact the performance of our website and limit your access to certain features.

5. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technical practices, regulatory requirements, or organisational operations. Any updates will be published on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies, please contact the BSL Secretariat:
Secretariat: Housed at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce
Address: No. 110/1/1 Park Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Email: info@biodiversitysrilanka.org
Phone: +94 112 314 454