Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website
Last updated: May 11, 2026
Effective date: January 1, 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit and can improve your user experience.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
- Maintaining user sessions
- Managing form submissions
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and server management
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how our website performs:
- Website traffic analysis
- Page loading speed monitoring
- Error tracking and debugging
- User behavior analytics
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance website functionality:
- Remembering user preferences
- Language and region settings
- Customized content delivery
- Social media integration
Marketing Cookies
These cookies help us deliver relevant advertising:
- Targeted advertising campaigns
- Retargeting and remarketing
- Cross-site tracking
- Affiliate program tracking
Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They help us track your activity during a single session.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences across multiple sessions.
First-Party Cookies
These are set by our website directly and can only be read by our website.
Third-Party Cookies
These are set by external services we use, such as analytics providers or advertising networks.
Specific Cookies We Use
Analytics Cookies
- _ga, _gid: Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
- _gat: Google Analytics for rate limiting
- _ga_: Google Analytics 4 for user behavior tracking
Functional Cookies
- PHPSESSID: Session management for form processing
- cookie_consent: Your cookie preference settings
- user_preferences: Website customization settings
Marketing Cookies
- _fbp: Facebook Pixel for advertising tracking
- _gcl_au: Google Ads conversion tracking
- MUID: Microsoft Bing advertising
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Set cookie expiration preferences
Mobile Device Settings
On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through:
- iOS Settings β Safari β Privacy & Security
- Android Settings β Chrome β Privacy and security
- App-specific cookie settings
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics
Used for website analytics and user behavior tracking. Google's privacy policy applies to these cookies.
Google Ads
Used for advertising and conversion tracking. Google's privacy policy applies to these cookies.
Facebook/Meta
Used for social media marketing and advertising. Meta's privacy policy applies to these cookies.
Cookie Lifespan
- Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Typically expire after 30 days to 2 years
- Analytics cookies: Usually expire after 2 years
- Marketing cookies: Vary by provider, typically 30 days to 1 year
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Accept or reject cookies
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Access information about cookies we use
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain types of processing
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some website features may not work properly:
- Form submissions may not function
- Personalized content may not display
- Analytics and reporting will be limited
- Targeted advertising will be disabled
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For questions about our Cookie Policy or data practices, please contact us:
- Email: info@gulfexpansionpartners.com
- Phone: +974 3080 3899
- Address: Manarath Lusail, Lusail, Doha, Qatar