ICP Verification ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on icpverification.ae and icpselfserviceportal.ae. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, how you can manage your cookie preferences, and other important information about our use of cookies. This policy complies with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 and the EU GDPR ePrivacy Directive. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to provide a better browsing experience, and to supply information to the owners of the site. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or you delete them) or "session" cookies (deleted automatically when you close your browser). In addition to cookies, we may also use web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage for similar purposes.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. You cannot opt out of them:
- Session Cookies: Maintain your session state as you navigate between pages
- Security Cookies: Implement CSRF protection, rate limiting, and fraud prevention
- Authentication Cookies: Verify your identity after logging in and maintain authenticated sessions
- Load Balancing Cookies: Distribute traffic evenly across servers for optimal performance
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymized information about how visitors use our website:
- Google Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data about traffic, behavior, and page performance
- Page Load Time Cookies: Measure and optimize page loading speed
- Error Tracking Cookies: Detect and report technical errors for prompt resolution
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember your choices and provide enhanced features:
- Language Preference Cookies: Remember your preferred language selection
- Theme Preference Cookies: Remember light or dark mode selection
- Form Auto-Fill Cookies: Remember previously entered information in forms
- Notification Cookies: Remember whether you have dismissed certain notifications
2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness. They track browsing activity across different websites and may be set by third-party advertising networks with your explicit consent. We use targeting cookies sparingly and only with your consent.
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use cookies set by third-party services:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
- Payment Processors: Our PCI-DSS compliant partners may set cookies during checkout
- UAE Pass Integration: May set cookies during login and verification
- Cloudflare: For performance optimization, security, and DDoS protection
We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
4. Cookie Duration
The duration for which cookies remain on your device varies by type:
| Cookie Type | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser closed | Deleted when you close your browser |
| Essential Cookies | Up to 1 year | Maintain session and security preferences |
| Analytics Cookies | Up to 2 years | Provide longitudinal analytics data |
| Functionality Cookies | Up to 1 year | Remember preferences between visits |
| Targeting Cookies | Up to 1 year | Advertising relevance and campaign measurement |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies:
5.1 Browser Settings
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
5.2 Opt-Out Tools
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out page
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) opt-out page
- Google Ads Settings for Google Analytics opt-out
5.3 Mobile Device Settings
You can manage cookie preferences through your mobile device settings. Both iOS and Android offer settings to limit ad tracking. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your ability to use some features.
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 and the GDPR ePrivacy Directive, we rely on the following legal bases for using cookies: strictly necessary cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website; analytics and functionality cookies are used based on your consent; and targeting cookies are used only with your explicit consent. We obtain your consent through our cookie consent banner when you first visit our website, and you can withdraw or modify your consent at any time.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: