Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.

1.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit https://auditfirmsdubai.ae, our server sends a cookie to your device. The cookie is stored in your browser and contains information that can be read by the website when you return.

1.2 First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by Audit Firms Dubai to remember your preferences and improve functionality
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (e.g., Google Analytics, payment processors) for analytics and marketing purposes

1.3 Session vs. Persistent Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled in our systems and are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as filling out forms or managing privacy settings.

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the website to function and are exempt from consent requirements under GDPR.

2.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information about pages visited, time spent, and navigation paths.

What We Track:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Navigation paths through the website
• Device type, browser, and operating system
• General geographic location (city/country level)
• Referring website or search engine

Data Privacy: All analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. We cannot identify individual users from this data.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies (With Consent)

These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show relevant ads on other websites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device.

Consent Required: Marketing cookies are only activated if you provide explicit consent through our cookie banner.

3. Third-Party Services and Cookies

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics sets several cookies to collect anonymous statistical data about page views, session duration, and user demographics.

Privacy: Google Analytics data is anonymized (IP anonymization enabled). Read Google's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.2 PayTabs Payment Gateway

When you make online payments, PayTabs (our payment processor) may set cookies to facilitate secure transactions and fraud prevention.

PayTabs Privacy: https://www.paytabs.com/policy

3.3 Social Media Platforms

If you interact with social media buttons or widgets on our site (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter), those platforms may set their own cookies. We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their respective privacy policies:

• LinkedIn: Privacy Policy
• Facebook: Privacy Policy
• Twitter/X: Privacy Policy

3.4 Embedded Content

Our website may embed content from third-party services (YouTube videos, Google Maps). These embedded services may set cookies when you view or interact with them.

4. How to Manage and Delete Cookies

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences by category

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.

4.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can typically:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

4.3 Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

4.4 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. While we respect user privacy preferences, there is no universal standard for interpreting DNT signals. We recommend using our cookie consent banner or browser settings to manage tracking preferences.

4.5 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Important: If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to re-enter information when navigating between pages
• Language preferences may not be saved
• Contact forms may not work correctly
• The audit fee calculator may lose saved data

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Under UAE data protection laws and GDPR principles, you have the right to:

• Access: Request information about cookies and data we collect
• Withdraw Consent: Change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time
• Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Deletion: Request deletion of data collected through cookies (subject to legal retention requirements)

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@farahatco.com.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Material changes will be communicated via:

• Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy
• Website banner notification for significant changes
• Email notification to registered users (if applicable)

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Last Updated: November 16, 2025

7. Contact Us About Cookies

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: