COOKIE POLICY

1. Purpose and Scope

This Cookie Policy explains how Al Samily LLC (“Al Samily,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.alsamily.com (“Website”).
It describes what cookies are, why we use them, which types we deploy, and how you can manage or disable them.

This Policy forms part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By continuing to browse or use our Website after seeing the cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described here, unless you adjust your preferences.

2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They store information about your session and preferences to enhance performance and functionality.

Other similar technologies may include:

  • Web beacons / pixels – transparent image files used to track interactions.

  • Local storage – browser-based storage that retains settings or form data.

  • Tags and scripts – snippets of code helping to analyze site usage or deliver features.

Together, these are referred to as “cookies” in this Policy.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  1. Ensure the Website functions properly and securely;

  2. Remember your preferences (such as language or region);

  3. Measure Website traffic and performance;

  4. Enhance usability and personalize experience;

  5. Support cybersecurity and fraud prevention;

  6. Comply with legal obligations and obtain consent where required.

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive information or for intrusive profiling.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are essential for the Website to operate. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.
Because they are required for functionality, you cannot disable them through the cookie-consent tool (though you may block them in your browser, which could impair the site).

Examples

  • Session-management cookies maintaining login or form data.

  • Security cookies verifying requests and preventing misuse.

B. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect aggregated, anonymous statistics on how visitors use our Website—for example, which pages are most popular and how users navigate between them.
This helps us improve content and design.

Examples

  • Google Analytics (or equivalent) cookies: _ga, _gid, _gat.

  • Internal traffic-measurement tags.

We anonymize IP addresses where possible. You can opt out through our consent manager or browser add-ons.

C. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies remember your settings and preferences to provide a more personalized experience—for instance, storing chosen language, country, or accessibility adjustments.

They are optional but enhance ease of use.

D. Targeting or Marketing Cookies

These cookies track visits across websites to deliver content relevant to your interests. At present, Al Samily does not employ third-party advertising or behavioral-tracking cookies.
If introduced in the future, they will operate only with prior consent and clear notice.

E. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by service providers whose tools we use (e.g., analytics, hosting, video players). These third parties may process data outside your jurisdiction under their own privacy policies.

We periodically review and vet these partners to ensure compliance and transparency.

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either:

  • Session Cookies: temporary; deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies: remain until they expire or you delete them manually. We set reasonable expiry periods (typically 1 day to 12 months) to minimize data storage.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over cookies.

A. Using Our Consent Banner

When you first visit our Website, a banner appears allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies,

  • Reject non-essential cookies, or

  • Customize preferences by category.

You may change your choice at any time by selecting “Cookie Settings” in the Website footer.

B. Using Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Instructions can be found in:

  • Chrome – Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Site Data

  • Safari – Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

  • Firefox – Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

  • Edge – Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

Blocking essential cookies may limit site functionality.

C. Opt-Out of Analytics

To disable Google Analytics cookies, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7. Third-Party Service Providers

Below are common third parties that may place cookies on our Website:

ProviderPurposeLink to PolicyGoogle AnalyticsSite-traffic analysis and performance measurementpolicies.google.com/privacyCloudflare / Hosting ProviderSecurity and content delivery network optimizationwww.cloudflare.com/privacypolicyVimeo or YouTube (if embedded videos)Video streaming functionalitypolicies.google.com/privacy

We endeavor to work only with vendors that provide transparency and respect user choice.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers send “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. At present, no uniform standard exists for interpreting them, so we do not currently respond to DNT signals. We will review this practice if standards are adopted.

9. Data Collected Through Cookies

Information derived from cookies may include:

  • Device type, browser, and operating system;

  • IP address and approximate geolocation;

  • Pages visited and duration of sessions;

  • Referral URLs and click paths.

This information may be combined with other technical data to produce aggregated statistics but is not used to identify individuals unless you voluntarily provide details via forms.

10. Security and Confidentiality

We treat cookie-derived data with the same care as other Personal Data:

  • Access restricted to authorized personnel;

  • Transmission secured by HTTPS and encryption;

  • Periodic deletion of obsolete cookies and logs.

11. International Transfers

If third-party cookies transfer data outside the UAE or EEA, we ensure that such transfers are protected by adequate safeguards (e.g., EU Standard Contractual Clauses, adequacy decisions, or binding corporate rules).

12. Your Rights

You retain all rights under applicable data-protection laws regarding information collected through cookies, including:

  • The right to access and receive a copy of data held;

  • The right to rectify inaccuracies;

  • The right to erase data collected through non-essential cookies;

  • The right to object to processing for analytics or marketing purposes;

  • The right to withdraw consent at any time.

Requests may be sent to hello@alsamily.com.

13. Children and Cookies

Our Website is directed to professionals and public institutions. We do not intentionally place cookies to collect information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we learn that a minor’s data has been captured, we will remove it promptly.

14. Retention and Deletion

Cookies and associated data are kept only for as long as necessary to achieve their purpose. Persistent cookies automatically expire at the end of their lifespan or sooner if you clear them. Aggregated analytics reports may be stored longer for trend analysis but contain no personal identifiers.

15. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect technological or legal changes. The revised version will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
We encourage you to review the Policy periodically to stay informed.

Substantive changes will be highlighted in the consent banner and, where required, renewed consent will be sought.

16. Contact Us

Questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy may be directed to:

Al Samily LLC
6th Floor, Meydan Grandstand
Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba
Dubai, U.A.E
Email: hello@alsamily.com

We aim to respond within one month.

17. Acceptance of Policy

By clicking “Accept All,” continuing to browse, or interacting with our Website after seeing the banner, you confirm that you understand and consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time via the Cookie Settings panel.