Effective Date: 28/02/2025
Last Updated: 04/03/2025
The Arabinform Journal (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://arabinform.com (the “Website”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you may disable them through your browser settings, but please note that some features of the Website may not function properly without cookies.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember user preferences, improve user experience, and analyze how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies may be session cookies (temporary, deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our Website:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our Website. They allow you to navigate the site and use essential features, such as:
- Maintaining your session
- Managing security settings
- Remembering your consent preferences
Without these cookies, the Website may not function properly.
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting information such as:
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Clickstream data (navigation behavior)
- Error messages encountered
We use third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and improve user experience. These cookies do not collect personal data.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings, such as:
- Language and region selection
- Customization options
- Previously entered form data
2.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They may be set by third-party advertising networks and allow us to:
- Show personalized ads based on your interests
- Limit the number of times you see an ad
- Measure ad performance
We may use Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, or other advertising platforms for targeted marketing.
2.5 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into our Website, such as:
- Social media sharing buttons (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
- Embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Google Maps)
These third parties may use cookies to track your online activities across different websites. We do not have control over their cookie policies.
3. How You Can Manage Cookies
3.1 Adjust Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
To manage cookies in your browser, follow these links:
- Google Chrome: Manage Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Manage Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Manage Cookies
- Safari: Manage Cookies
3.2 Opt-Out of Analytics and Advertising Cookies
If you do not want your data to be tracked for analytics or advertising purposes, you can opt-out:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): https://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
- Your Online Choices (EU Users): https://www.youronlinechoices.com/
3.3 Managing Consent Preferences
Upon your first visit, we may display a cookie consent banner where you can customize your cookie settings. You can update your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings on our Website.
4. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable regulations. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
5. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us.