Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 2026

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies SOUQ SHARE uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. For more information about how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide a personalized experience. Cookies can be set by the site you visit (first-party) or by third parties whose services we use (third-party).

2. Categories of cookies we use

📌 Strictly necessary cookies

Required for the site to function. Cannot be disabled.

  • PHPSESSID — keeps you logged in during your session
  • csrf_token — protects forms from cross-site request forgery
  • country_id — remembers your selected country
  • lang — remembers your language preference (ar/en)

📊 Analytics cookies

Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it.

  • _ga, _ga_* — Google Analytics 4 (anonymized)
  • _gid — Google Analytics session identifier

🎯 Advertising cookies — Google AdSense

Used by Google AdSense and its partners to show relevant ads.

  • __gads, __gpi — Google AdSense
  • IDE, DSID — DoubleClick DART (Google ad personalization)
  • And cookies set by other advertising vendors approved by Google.

3. Third-party cookie providers

The following third-party services may set cookies on your device through our site:

  • Google AdSense — advertising. Policy.
  • Google Analytics — analytics. Policy.
  • Google Tag Manager — tag deployment. Policy.
  • Kashier (payment) — only on the payment page. Policy.
  • Google reCAPTCHA — bot prevention on forms. Policy.

4. How to control cookies

  • Browser settings — every major browser lets you block, delete or limit cookies from its Settings → Privacy menu.
  • Google ads personalization — Google Ad Settings.
  • Industry opt-out — aboutads.info · youronlinechoices.com (EU).
  • Do Not Track — we respect browser DNT signals where technically feasible.

Note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies will break login and other essential features.

5. Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy at any time. The latest version is always at this URL.

6. Contact

Questions about cookies? info@souqshare.com