Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies

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Last updated: January 2025Effective: January 2025

Cookie Policy Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how GovHelper UAE ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform at govhelper.ae. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

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What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.

Types of Data Storage

  • Cookies: Small text files stored in your browser
  • Local Storage: Larger data storage in your browser
  • Session Storage: Temporary storage cleared when you close browser

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our platform and to use some of its features.

Authentication: Keeps you logged in during your session
Security: Helps protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Language Preference: Remembers your selected language
Chat Context: Maintains conversation continuity

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Usage Patterns: Pages visited, features used
Performance: Page load times, error rates
Demographics: General location (country level only)
Popular Services: Most requested government services

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as chat history and user preferences.

Preferences: Theme, font size, display settings
Chat Settings: AI response style preferences
Recent Activity: Last viewed services for quick access
Saved Searches: Your frequently asked questions

Detailed Cookie List

Cookie NameTypePurposeDuration
govhelper_sessionEssentialUser authenticationSession
csrf_tokenEssentialSecurity protectionSession
language_preferenceFunctionalLanguage selection1 year
theme_preferenceFunctionalLight/dark mode1 year
chat_settingsFunctionalAI preferences1 year
_gaAnalyticsGoogle Analytics2 years
_gidAnalyticsGoogle Analytics24 hours

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our platform. This helps us improve user experience and identify popular features.

View Google's Privacy Policy →

Stripe

For premium subscriptions, we use Stripe for secure payment processing. Stripe may set cookies for fraud prevention.

View Stripe's Privacy Policy →

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the platform to function.

Current Cookie Settings:

Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

  • Chrome - Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox - Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari - Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge - Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience:

Essential Cookies:Platform will not function properly
Analytics Cookies:We won't be able to improve based on usage patterns
Functional Cookies:Your preferences won't be remembered between visits

Cookie Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Privacy Team
privacy@govhelper.ae