Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 13-12-21

This Cookie Policy explains how 13 December Media, a sole proprietorship registered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (“we”, “us”, or “our”), uses cookies and similar technologies on https://13december.co (the “Website”).

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites:

Function properly
Remember user preferences
Improve user experience
Analyze website traffic

Cookies may be:

Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
Persistent cookies (stored until expiry or manual deletion)

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly.

They may include cookies that:

Enable page navigation
Maintain security
Support website performance

These cookies do not require user consent under applicable laws.

2.2 Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website.

These cookies may collect:

IP address
Device information
Browser type
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referral sources

This information helps us:

Improve website structure
Optimize content
Understand audience behavior

For users in the EU and UK, analytics cookies are activated only after user consent where required.

2.3 Third-Party Cookies

Our Website may include content from third parties, including:

Embedded YouTube Videos

When you view embedded YouTube videos, YouTube (Google) may place cookies on your device.

These cookies may collect:

IP address
Device information
Viewing behavior

Processing is governed by YouTube/Google’s privacy practices.

WhatsApp Click-to-Chat

When you use our WhatsApp contact feature, you are redirected to WhatsApp. WhatsApp may place cookies in accordance with its own policies.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (EU & UK Users)

For visitors located in the European Union and United Kingdom:

Essential cookies are processed based on legitimate interest.
Analytics and non-essential cookies are processed based on user consent.

You may withdraw consent at any time.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through:

Your browser settings
Cookie consent banner preferences (if applicable)

Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality.

5. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for varying periods depending on:

Cookie type
Browser settings
Third-party policies

Google Analytics retention settings are configured in accordance with business requirements.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

7. Contact

If you have any questions about our use of cookies:

13 December Media

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email: hello@13december.co