Terms & Conditions
1. About Us
Sri Lanka Design Festival (SLDF) is conceptualised and presented by the Academy of Design (AOD), based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This website (“the Site”) shares information, ticketing, and updates related to the festival and its associated events. By using the Site, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please stop using the Site.
2. What We Collect
We only collect information that you knowingly share with us — for example, when you:
Register for events or make a purchase;
Subscribe to newsletters;
Fill out contact forms, surveys, or competition entries.
We may also collect anonymous technical data through:
Cookies (to improve your browsing experience);
Server logs and analytics tools that help us understand visitor activity.
Cookies do not store any passwords or payment details. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used only to:
Process registrations or payments;
Respond to enquiries;
Share festival updates and announcements (if you’ve opted in);
Improve our Site and communication.
We use an opt-in system for marketing emails. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
4. Protecting Your Data
Your data is stored securely and managed in line with Sri Lankan data protection laws and international best practices. We take reasonable measures to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Personal information is kept only for as long as necessary and deleted once no longer required.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share limited data with trusted service providers (for example, email distribution or payment processing platforms) who assist in operating this Site. These partners are bound by confidentiality and data-protection obligations.
6. Your Rights
You can contact us at any time to:
Request access to your personal information;
Correct inaccurate details;
Request deletion of your information;
Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
Please reach out using the contact details below.
7. Return Policy
All purchases made through the Sri Lanka Design Festival website are final. We do not offer refunds, returns, or exchanges once a payment is confirmed. Please ensure that all information and selections (such as tickets or registrations) are correct before completing your transaction. In the event of a technical issue or payment error, please contact us immediately for assistance.
8. Links to Other Sites
Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of those sites before sharing any personal information.
9. Content and Copyright
All text, images, graphics, and other materials on this Site are the property of Sri Lanka Design Festival and the Academy of Design (AOD), unless otherwise credited. You may not copy, reproduce, or reuse any part of the Site’s content without written permission.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update these Terms, the Privacy Policy, or the Return Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here, and your continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of those changes.
11. Contact Us
Sri Lanka Design Festival (SLDF)
Presented by Academy of Design (AOD)
477 R. A De Mel Mawatha,
Colombo 04,
Sri Lanka