At Mashaaq, we are committed to ensuring transparency and building trust with our website visitors. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies, what information we collect through them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide insights into user interactions.
2. How We Use Cookies
Mashaaq uses cookies for various purposes:
Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services may be unavailable.
Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and any error messages encountered. This data helps us improve the website’s performance and user experience.
Functional Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Mashaaq does not currently use advertising cookies. Should this change in the future, we will update this policy accordingly.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may collaborate with third-party service providers who use cookies to collect information on our behalf. For example, analytics services like Google Analytics help us understand website traffic and usage. These third parties are obligated to use the information solely to provide services to Mashaaq and are not permitted to share it.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to notify you when cookies are being used or to block them altogether. However, blocking certain cookies may impact your experience on our website.
Cookie Consent Banner: Upon your first visit to our website, a cookie consent banner will appear, allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your preferences can be updated at any time by accessing the cookie settings on our website.
5. Data Collected Through Cookies
Cookies may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and information about your actions on our website. This data is used to enhance functionality, analyze performance, and personalize your experience.
6. Data Retention
The duration for which a cookie remains on your device depends on its type. Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain until they expire or are deleted. We ensure that cookies are not kept longer than necessary for their intended purpose.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
Mashaaq may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data collection practices. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [insert email address]
Phone: [insert phone number]
By continuing to use Mashaaq’s website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Your trust is important to us, and we are committed to ensuring your privacy and security.