Last Updated: May 31, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences, measure traffic, and serve relevant advertisements. Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information unless you have provided it to us.
2. How We Use Cookies
GratuityInUAE.com uses cookies for three purposes: essential site functionality, analytics, and advertising. The table below details every category of cookie used on this site.
3. Cookie Categories
| Category | Cookie / Service | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | siteLang (localStorage) | Remembers your language preference (English / Arabic) across pages | Persistent (until cleared) |
| Analytics | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) | Tracks anonymised page views, session duration, and traffic sources to help us improve the site | Up to 2 years |
| Advertising | Google AdSense | Serves personalised display ads based on your browsing interests | Up to 13 months |
| Advertising | AdCombo (aclib autoTag — zone y16kchj4r4) | Serves targeted display ads and tracks ad performance | Session / up to 30 days |
| Hosting | Hostinger / LiteSpeed | Server-level caching and performance optimisation | Session |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this site are set by third parties (Google, AdCombo) and are governed by their own privacy policies. We do not control these cookies directly.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. Refer to your browser’s help documentation for instructions.
- Google Analytics opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Ad personalisation: Manage Google ad preferences at adssettings.google.com.
- Do Not Track: We respect browser Do Not Track signals where technically possible.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this website.
6. Consent
By continuing to use GratuityInUAE.com, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You may withdraw consent at any time by clearing your cookies and adjusting your browser settings.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as we add or change services. The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
8. Contact Us
For any questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: support@gratuityinuae.com
- Website: https://gratuityinuae.com
This Cookie Policy forms part of our Privacy Policy and is intended to comply with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 and, where applicable, the EU Cookie Law (ePrivacy Directive).