Cookie Policy
Arab Union Investors Club ("AUI Club") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate our Platform, analyze usage, and enhance your experience. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why, and how you can manage your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function. They enable core features such as user authentication, session management, security protections, and load balancing. You cannot opt out of essential cookies — the Platform cannot function without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your authenticated session | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| locale | Stores your preferred language (en/ar) | 1 year |
| consent | Records your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the platform's performance, content, and user experience. We use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics tool that does not use personal identifiers.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _plausible | Anonymous page view and event tracking | Session |
| referrer | Tracks the source of your visit for attribution | 30 days |
Marketing Cookies
OptionalMarketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They may be set by us or third-party advertising partners. These cookies track your browsing activity across websites to build a profile of your interests. You may opt out at any time via our cookie preference center.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook pixel for ad conversion tracking | 90 days |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion tracking | 90 days |
| linkedin_id | LinkedIn campaign tracking | 90 days |
Preference Cookies
OptionalThese cookies remember your settings and preferences to provide a more personalized experience. For example, they remember your view mode (grid/list), filter settings, and dashboard layout preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| view_mode | Remembers your preferred listing view (grid or list) | 6 months |
| sidebar_state | Remembers whether the filter sidebar is open | 30 days |
| currency | Stores your preferred display currency | 1 year |
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences, making your experience more efficient. Cookies can be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (stored for a defined period).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to operate and secure the Platform, understand how it is used, and deliver a personalized experience. We do not use cookies to build personal advertising profiles that are sold to third parties. Our use of cookies is described in detail in the table above.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Platform are set by third parties, including analytics providers (Plausible Analytics), advertising networks (Google, Meta, LinkedIn), and payment processors. We do not control these third-party cookies. You can learn more about each provider's cookie practices by visiting their privacy policies.
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to manage or restrict cookies:
**Platform Cookie Settings:** Use the cookie preference banner when you first visit the Platform, or access your settings at any time via the footer "Cookie Preferences" link.
**Browser Settings:** Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings (usually under "Privacy" or "Security"). You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you before cookies are set. Note that disabling essential cookies will prevent the Platform from functioning correctly.
**Opt-Out Tools:** • Google Analytics opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout • Facebook/Meta Ads preferences: facebook.com/ads/preferences • Network Advertising Initiative opt-out: optout.networkadvertising.org • Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as we add new features or as applicable regulations change. We will notify you of material changes via a banner on the Platform or by email. The date at the top of this page reflects when the policy was last revised.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@elarabclub.com or write to: Arab Union Investors Club, DIFC Gate Building, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, UAE.