Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about how users interact with their sites.
At ShiaDirectory.online, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized content, and analyze our website traffic to better serve our community.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.
Examples:
- Session management for user authentication
- Security tokens to prevent fraudulent activity
- Load balancing to ensure optimal performance
- Remember your consent preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Location settings for local business searches
- User interface customizations
- Remember your login status
Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Examples:
- Page views and user journey analysis
- Popular search terms and categories
- Device and browser information
- Performance metrics and error reporting
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising effectiveness. We only use marketing cookies with your explicit consent.
Examples:
- Personalized business recommendations
- Newsletter and update preferences
- Targeted content delivery
- Social media integration features
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality:
Analytics Services
We use analytics services to understand user behavior and improve our platform. These services may set cookies to track page views, user interactions, and website performance.
Maps and Location Services
For displaying business locations and providing directions, we integrate with mapping services that may set their own cookies.
Payment Processing
For secure payment processing of premium services, our payment providers may use cookies to ensure transaction security.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Learn more about each cookie type
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set up automatic cookie deletion
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Please note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience.
Browser-Specific Cookie Management
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Cookie Lifespan
Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- The cookies we use
- How we use cookies
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Our website functionality
We'll notify you of significant changes through our website or by email if you've subscribed to our updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: hello@shiadirectory.online
Response Time: We typically respond within 48 hours
Our Commitment to Transparency
In line with Islamic values of honesty and transparency (Sidq), we are committed to being clear about how we use cookies and giving you meaningful choices about your data. We believe that trust is built through openness and respect for your privacy preferences.