Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 4th December, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how DesignPulse Innovation Hub (“DesignPulse”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.designpulsehub.com and related digital platforms. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

This Cookie Policy is prepared in compliance with the Ghana Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, analyze performance, and remember user preferences.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser)

  • Persistent cookies (remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted)

2. Types of Cookies We Use

DesignPulse Innovation Hub uses the following categories of cookies:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly and cannot be switched off.

They are used to:

  • Enable core website functionality

  • Ensure secure access to forms and services

  • Maintain session integrity

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest / contractual necessity

b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website.

They help us:

  • Understand website traffic and usage patterns

  • Improve website performance and usability

  • Identify popular pages and user behavior

Examples include Google Analytics or similar tools.

Legal Basis: Consent

c. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced functionality.

They may be used to:

  • Remember language or region preferences

  • Store form inputs

  • Improve personalization

Legal Basis: Consent

d. Marketing & Communication Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and platforms.

They help us:

  • Deliver relevant program updates or promotions

  • Measure effectiveness of campaigns

  • Support social media integration

Legal Basis: Consent

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party services to place cookies on your device to support:

  • Website analytics

  • Email campaigns

  • Social media integration

  • Online training platforms (e.g., Zoom, embedded content)

DesignPulse Innovation Hub does not control third-party cookies. Users are encouraged to review the respective third-party cookie and privacy policies.

4. Cookie Consent & Control

Upon visiting our website, users will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows them to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Customize cookie preferences

No non-essential cookies will be placed without your explicit consent.

You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or browser settings.

5. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device

  • Delete cookies

  • Block cookies entirely

  • Set preferences for specific websites

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Data Collected Through Cookies

Information collected via cookies may include:

  • IP address

  • Device and browser type

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referring URLs

This data is processed in an aggregated and anonymized manner where possible.

7. International Data Transfers

Where cookie-related data is transferred outside Ghana or the European Economic Area, appropriate safeguards are applied in line with GDPR and Act 843 requirements.

8. Children’s Use of Cookies

DesignPulse Innovation Hub does not knowingly use cookies to track individuals under the age of 18 without parental consent.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or website functionality. Updates will be published on our website with a revised effective date.

 10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact:

DesignPulse Innovation Hub
Website: www.designpulsehub.com
Email: hello@designpulsehub.com
Location: Kumasi, Ghana

By continuing to use our website after making your cookie choices, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to this Cookie Policy.