Cookies Policy
President's Media Division — Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Last Updated: March 20261. Overview & Commitment
This Cookies Policy explains how the President's Media Division ('PMD', 'we', 'us', or 'our') uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our official website (pmd.gov.lk). We are committed to transparency in our digital operations and safeguarding the privacy of citizens, journalists, and international visitors.
2. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you browse web pages. They help websites remember your preferences, ensure secure connectivity, optimize page loading performance, and enhance your overall user experience.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary & Security Cookies
These cookies are indispensable for the core functionality, cybersecurity, and accessibility of the PMD web portal. The portal cannot function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cf_clearance / __cf_bm | Cloudflare Web Application Firewall (WAF) bot mitigation and DDoS protection. | Session / 30 mins | Security |
| csrf_token | Prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery on contact form submissions. | Session | Security |
Functional & Preference Cookies
These cookies allow our portal to remember your customized settings such as language selection and color theme preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| preferred-language | Stores your chosen display language (English, Sinhala, or Tamil). | 1 Year | Functional |
| pmd-theme | Remembers your visual theme preference (Light or Dark mode). | 1 Year | Functional |
Performance & Aggregated Analytics Cookies
We collect anonymized telemetry data to analyze visitor patterns, optimize server bandwidth during national presidential broadcasts, and improve site navigation.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga / _gid | Aggregated, non-personally identifiable traffic metrics. | 2 Years / 24 Hours | Analytics |
| pmd_visit_id | Internal anonymous session telemetry for performance optimization. | Session | Analytics |
4. Third-Party Embeds & Media Cookies
To provide rich multimedia coverage of presidential events, official press briefings, and national addresses, our pages may include embedded media from platforms such as YouTube, X (Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok. These third-party services may set their own cookies subject to their independent privacy and cookie policies.
5. How You Can Manage or Disable Cookies
You have full control over your cookie preferences. You can adjust your browser settings to accept, block, or delete cookies at any time. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may impact the proper rendering and security features of the website.
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies → Manage permissions
Mozilla Firefox
Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection & Cookies
Apple Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies or manage website data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
6. Questions & Contact Information
If you have any questions or require further clarification regarding our Cookies Policy or digital compliance standards, please contact our ICT and Digital Communications team at:
President's Media Division (PMD)
4th Floor, Standard Chartered Building, Janadhipathi Mawatha,
Colombo 01, Sri Lanka