DOE Portal Cookie Policy
PLEASE READ THIS COOKIE POLICY CAREFULLY.
1. Introduction
The Department of Energy Portal (hereinafter referred to as the “DOE Portal”) uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. This Cookie Policy outlines what cookies are and how we use them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and activities, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on the DOE Portal:
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to operate and cannot be turned off in our system. They are usually set when you interact with the site, like navigating between pages or clicking on links.
b. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, remembering your selected role for citizen-centric pages.
c. Session Cookies
These cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate through the website, and they assist in authentication, temporary settings, and keeping stateful information during a single visit.
Note:The DOE Portal does not use cookies for advertising or marketing purposes. Additionally, these cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
4. Your Cookie Choices
You have the option to manage your cookie preferences when visiting our website. Upon your first visit, a cookie banner prompts and allows you to make a selection. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or revisiting the cookie preferences.
Here are the options we offer:
Accept All Cookies (1 year)
Includes essential, session, and functional cookies.
- Full site functionality is enabled, including citizen-centric pages and the “Recommended for You” section.
- After the 1-year duration period, the cookie banner will reappear to request renewed consent.
Accept All Cookies (7 days)
Includes essential, session, and functional cookies.
- Full site functionality is enabled, including citizen-centric pages and the “Recommended for You” section.
- After the 7-day duration period, the cookie banner will reappear to request renewed consent.
Allow only Essential and Session Cookies (1 day)
Only essential and session cookies are stored. Functional cookies are disabled.
- Citizen-centric pages and the “Recommended for You” section will not be accessible.
- After the 1-day duration period, the cookie banner will reappear to request renewed consent.
5. Changes to this Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. The most current version will always be available on this page, along with its effective date.
6. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding our Cookie Policy, please contact:
Information Technology Division
Publishing Date: 01 July 2025