Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly, improve user experience, and gather analytical information.

Cookies may be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third parties whose services we use (third-party cookies).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They include:

• Session identifiers
• Authentication tokens
• Load balancing tools

Without these, key website features may not operate.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors interact with our website. We use tools such as:

• Google Analytics
• Hotjar or Microsoft Clarity (where applicable)

These cookies help us:

• Analyze traffic
• Track usage patterns
• Improve navigation and layout

c) Functionality Cookies

Used to remember user preferences such as:

• Language settings
• Region selection
• Saved login information

d) Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to:

• Display relevant ads
• Measure ad performance
• Prevent repetitive ad delivery

We may use services like:

• Google Ads
• Facebook Pixel
• LinkedIn Insights

These cookies require user consent under the UAE PDPL.

3. Why We Use Cookies

• To provide secure access to your account
• To remember your login session and preferences
• To prevent fraud and abuse
• To improve website functionality and performance
• To conduct marketing and retargeting campaigns (with consent)

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some content or applications on our website are served by third parties. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your activity.

We strive to use privacy-friendly options such as:

• Anonymous statistics mode
• Embedded consent controls

However, some elements are outside our direct control. Refer to third-party policies for more information.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Stored until their set expiration or until deleted manually.

6. Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies via your browser settings. Blocking cookies may impact functionality.

Browser-specific guides:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

For third-party advertising opt-outs:

• Google Ads Settings
• Facebook Ad Preferences
• YourOnlineChoices

7. Legal Basis (UAE PDPL)

Under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL), we:

• Use essential cookies based on legitimate interest.
• Use analytics and advertising cookies based on your clear and revocable consent.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by updating your cookie preferences.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. All changes will be posted on this page and reflected by the “Last Updated” date above.

9. Contact Us

For any questions about this Cookie Policy: