Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide and improve our services
Last updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how imisofts ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website www.imisofts.com (the "Service"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
In some cases we may use cookies to collect personal information, or that becomes personal information if we combine it with other information. In such cases our Privacy Policy will apply in addition to this Cookie Policy.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners in order to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, imisofts) are called "first party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third party cookies." Third party cookies enable third party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., like advertising, interactive content, and analytics).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features, such as access to secure areas.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session state and preferences | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| consent_preferences | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users and sessions | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - contains campaign and user information | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users over a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate to Analytics servers | 1 minute |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | Remembers your preferred theme (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| language_preference | Stores your preferred language setting | 1 year |
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and website behavior | 3 months |
| ads_preferences | Stores advertising preferences and targeting information | 1 year |
4. How Long Do Cookies Stay on My Device
The length of time a cookie stays on your device depends on whether it is a "persistent" or "session" cookie:
- Session cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help us track your activity during a single browsing session.
- Persistent cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them manually. They help us remember your preferences between visits.
5. Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, since it will no longer be personalized to you.
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opt-out Links
You can opt out of certain third-party cookies through these industry resources:
- Digital Advertising Alliance: www.aboutads.info/choices
- Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org/choices
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: www.youronlinechoices.eu
Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by downloading and installing the browser add-on available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Facebook Pixel
You can control Facebook's use of cookies and ad targeting through your Facebook Ad Preferences: facebook.com/ads/preferences
6. Other Tracking Technologies
We may also use other tracking technologies such as:
- Web beacons: Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included on our site and in our emails to monitor user behavior and email engagement.
- Local storage: HTML5 local storage that allows data to be stored locally within your browser, providing enhanced functionality and performance.
- Session storage: Temporary storage that exists only for the duration of your browser session.
- Server logs: Automatically collected information about your visit, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
7. International Transfers
Some of our cookie and tracking technology providers may transfer, store, and process your information in countries outside of your home country. These countries may have different data protection laws. However, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please therefore revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at:
- imisofts
- Email: growth@imisofts.com
- Phone: +971 55 885 1645
- Website: imisofts.com/contact
- Mailing Address: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
For specific privacy-related inquiries, you can also reach us through our dedicated privacy contact form on our website.