Last Updated: March 5, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

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2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
session_id	Maintains your login session	Session
csrf_token	Security protection	Session
cookie_consent	Remembers your cookie preferences	1 year
preferred_language	Stores your language choice (EN/AR/RU)	1 year

2.2 Functional Cookies (Can Be Disabled)

These cookies enhance your user experience but are not essential.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
user_preferences	Remembers your site preferences	6 months
booking_draft	Saves incomplete booking forms	7 days

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Can Be Disabled)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes users	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes users	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Throttles request rate	1 minute

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3. Third-Party Cookies

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and improve user experience. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on site
• Referral sources
• Device and browser information

Privacy: Data is anonymized and does not identify you personally.
Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

3.2 Payment Gateways

When you make a payment, our payment processor may set cookies for:

• Fraud prevention
• Secure transaction processing
• Payment method storage (if you opt-in)

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4. Cookies We Do NOT Use

• Advertising Cookies: We do not use cookies for targeted advertising
• Social Media Tracking: We do not embed social media tracking pixels
• Third-Party Marketing: We do not share cookie data with advertisers

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5. How to Manage Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

5.2 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you can choose which cookies to accept:

• Accept All: All cookies enabled
• Reject Non-Essential: Only essential cookies
• Customize: Choose specific cookie categories

5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

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6. Mobile App Cookies

If we launch a mobile app in the future, similar tracking technologies will be used. You will be notified and can control these through app settings.

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7. Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect Do Not Track browser signals. When DNT is enabled:

• Analytics cookies are disabled
• Only essential cookies remain active

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8. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• New cookie technologies
• Changes in legal requirements
• Website functionality improvements

Last Updated: March 5, 2026
Notification: Material changes will be displayed via banner notification

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9. Your Rights

Under GDPR and similar privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Know what cookies are being used
• Accept or reject non-essential cookies
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request deletion of cookie data

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10. Contact Us About Cookies

If you have questions about our cookie usage:

Email: privacy@deadseasanctuary.com
Phone: +962 798 630 757
General: info@deadseasanctuary.com