Cookie Policy

Al Jazeera Media Network (“Al Jazeera”, “we”, “us” and “our”) issues this policy.

Websites to which this policy applies

This policy applies to websites in the following domains that are operated or controlled by Al Jazeera:

  • aljazeera.net
  • aljazeera.com
  • ajplus.net
  • ajiunit.com
  • ajbdoc.ba
  • ajcontrast.com
  • ajdproposal.com
  • aljazeeracafe.com
  • aljazeeracafe.net
  • barlamansha3b.com
  • freemahmoudhussein.com
  • sadeem.com
  • sarajevopodopsadom.com
  • srebrenica360.cpom
  • ajproductionsonline.net

What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that may be stored on your computer or other devices when you visit a website. Their primary purpose is to enhance website functionality, track user movements, and retain login details for a seamless browsing experience. There are various types of cookies based on their origin, function, and lifespan. The categories of cookies we use are listed below.

What are first-party and third-party cookies?
When you use a website, cookies can be generated by the website itself or by external domains. The cookies generated by the website you directly interact with are called first-party cookies. On the other hand, the cookies generated by external domains are referred to as third-party cookies.

What is the difference between Session and Persistent cookies?
Session cookies are temporary and are used to save user information during a single browsing session. On the contrary, persistent cookies are stored on the user’s device, allowing them to retain information across multiple browsing sessions. Therefore, while session cookies are deleted as soon as the browsing session is closed, persistent cookies have a longer lifespan.

Why do we use cookies?
We may use cookies for the following reasons:

  • Distinguish between visitors.
  • Improve the use and functionality of the Sites.
  • Tailor the Sites and products to your needs and preferences.
  • Process your purchase orders.
  • Analyze how the Sites are used and compile anonymous and aggregate statistics.

Our website does not utilise the collected information to generate visitor profiles. We respect the privacy of our users and do not engage in profiling activities.

How We Use Cookie?
We deploy traffic log cookies to identify the pages you visit. This enables us to analyse data about web page traffic, aiding us in the continuous improvement of our website to better meet customer needs. It’s important to note that this information is used solely for statistical analysis purposes, and the data is promptly removed from our system.
Cookies play a role in enhancing your interaction with Social Media sites, facilitating a seamless and personalised experience.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy:

Overall, cookies contribute to providing you with an improved website experience. They help us monitor the pages you find valuable and those that may need improvement. It’s essential to clarify that cookies do not grant us access to your device or any personal information, except for the data you willingly choose to share with us.

More information on all aspects of cookies can be found at www.allaboutcookies.org.*

The purposes of the cookies we use:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are necessary for our website to function, and we can not switch them off in our systems. They provide you with essential services and features available through the websites that you have requested. Some parts of our website will not work if you set your browser to block these cookies. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
  2. Performance Cookies – First party: These first-party cookies are necessary, allowing us to understand how you interact with our websites. It helps us to make internal business decisions, like how we can best improve our site design, performance, or stability. We receive this information aggregated and anonymized
  3. Performance Cookies – Third party: These cookies allow us to understand how you interact with our websites. It helps us to make internal business decisions, like how we can best improve our site design, performance, or stability. We receive this information aggregated and anonymized.
    Please note that we do not control third parties data collection or further use.
  4. Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. We or our providers whose services we have added to our pages set these cookies. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
  5. Targeting Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. Advertisers use this information to build a profile and make advertising messages more relevant to you. They do not store personal information directly but use unique identifiers of your browser or device.
  6. Social Media Cookies: These cookies enable you to share or follow the content you find interesting. Our social media partners set these cookies through our websites. This allows us to provide seamless integration between our websites, social media networks, and tools you like.

Please note that processing your personal data in connection with cookies and for other purposes is governed by our Privacy Policy.

In addition, we may also use web beacons (or clear GIFs) and other similar technologies in addition to, or in combination with, cookies. A web beacon is typically a transparent graphic image (usually 1 pixel x 1 pixel) placed on a website or in an email. It helps us understand visitors’ behavior on the Sites. More information on web beacons can be found at http://www.allaboutcookies.org/faqs/beacons.html.*

How do I change my cookie settings?
To tailor your browsing experience, you can easily adjust your cookie preferences by navigating to the ‘Cookie Preferences’ section at the bottom of each site. In this section, you have the flexibility to enable or disable non-mandatory cookie categories based on your preferences.

We recommend considering enabling all cookie categories to ensure you enjoy the optimal experience on our sites. This customisation allows you to have a seamless and personalised interaction with our content while maintaining control over your privacy settings.

How to manage cookies and web beacons on your device?
Controlling cookies and web beacons is important for your online privacy. Most internet browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can change your browser settings to warn you before accepting cookies or to refuse them altogether. To learn more about how to do this, refer to the ‘help’ button (or similar) on your browser. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Sites. If you use multiple devices to access the Sites, make sure that each device’s browser is set to your preferred cookie settings.

  • Please note that processing your personal data in connection with cookies and for other purposes is governed by our Privacy Policy.
  • In addition, we may also use web beacons (or clear GIFs) and other similar technologies in addition to, or in combination with, cookies. A web beacon is typically a transparent graphic image (usually 1 pixel x 1 pixel) placed on a website or in an email. It helps us understand visitors’ behavior on the Sites. More information on web beacons can be found at http://www.allaboutcookies.org/faqs/beacons.html.*
  • More information on how to manage cookies is available from http://www.allaboutcookies.org/manage-cookies/.*
  • In addition, you may opt out of cookies by visiting the following sites and selecting which company cookies you would like to opt out from:  http://www.aboutads.info/choices/#completed and http://www.youronlinechoices.com/.*

* Note: Al Jazeera has no affiliation with, and is not responsible for, these third-party websites.

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