AdvanceOne DMCC - Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how AdvanceOne DMCC ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (advanceone.ae). It outlines the types of cookies we use, how they work, and your choices regarding their use. This policy is designed to comply with the United Arab Emirates' Federal Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL).

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the site owners.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies on our website for several purposes:

To ensure our website functions properly
To enhance your user experience
To collect analytics data to improve our services
To remember your preferences

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

4.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. We use Google Analytics, which collects anonymous data about how visitors use our website.

4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may remember your preferences or settings.

4.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

Our website does not currently use targeting or advertising cookies.

4.5 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

Webflow (our website hosting platform)
Brevo (our customer relationship management system)
Google Analytics

For more information on how these services use cookies, please refer to their respective cookie policies.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Consent Mechanism

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your web browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. For more information on managing cookies in your browser, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

6. Third-Party Services and Cookies

6.1 Webflow

Our website is hosted on Webflow, which may use cookies to optimize site performance. For more information, please see Webflow's Cookie Policy.

6.2 Brevo

We use Brevo for managing communications. It may set cookies when you interact with forms or emails on our site. For more information, please see Brevo's Cookie Policy.

6.3 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect data about website usage. We have enabled IP anonymization to enhance privacy. For more information on how Google uses data, visit Google's Privacy & Terms site. To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics, visit Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7. Data Collected by Cookies

The cookies on our website may collect the following types of data:

IP addresses (anonymized)
Browser type and version
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referring website
Operating system

This data helps us improve our website functionality and user experience.

8. Legal Basis for Processing

We obtain user consent for non-essential cookies in compliance with the PDPL. Essential cookies are used based on our legitimate interests in operating and improving our website.

9. Data Retention

Cookies on our site may be either session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). The specific retention period for each cookie is available in our cookie consent management tool.

10. User Rights

Under the PDPL, you have the right to access, correct, or delete personal data collected via cookies. To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@advanceone.ae. You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time through our cookie consent management tool.

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: info@advanceone.ae
Address: Unit No: 4538, DMCC Business Centre-Level No 1, Jewellery & Gemplex 3, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

13. Additional Resources

For more information on how our third-party service providers use cookies, please see:

This Cookie Policy works in conjunction with our Privacy Policy. We recommend reviewing both documents for a comprehensive understanding of how we handle your data.