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.