Cookie Policy

Last updated: 23 March 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

We use cookies in compliance with UK PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations) and UK GDPR. We only use non-essential cookies with your explicit consent. This policy meets all UK legal requirements for cookie usage and consent management.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Necessary Cookies (Required)

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They store your cookie preferences.

  • cookie_consent_v1: Stores your cookie preferences (180 days)

2.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. Currently, we do not use functional cookies, but may add them in the future (with your consent).

2.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. Currently, we do not use analytics cookies, but may add them in the future (with your consent).

2.4 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used for advertising purposes. Currently, we do not use marketing cookies, but may add them in the future (with your consent).

3. How We Store Cookies

Cookies are stored in your web browser (on your device), not in our database. This means your cookie preferences are saved locally on your device.

Automatic Deletion: Cookies are automatically deleted after 180 days. This happens in two ways:

  • Your browser automatically deletes the cookie after the 180-day expiry period
  • Our system checks cookie age and removes expired cookies when you visit our website

After 180 days, you'll be asked to reconfirm your cookie preferences when you next visit our website.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Clicking the "Manage Cookies" link in the footer
  • Using the cookie consent banner when you first visit
  • Changing your browser settings to block cookies

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use Firebase (Google) for website functionality. These services may set their own cookies (with your consent where required). Third parties have their own privacy policies.

6. Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • View and delete cookies stored on your device

Note: Blocking necessary cookies may prevent some features from working correctly.

7. Consent Withdrawal

You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by managing your preferences. Necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function.

8. Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at: support@darkutubsunnah.com