1.0 Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how MEDEFINE EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL L.L.C-FZ (“Medefine”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on its website www.medefine.org.
Cookies may be used to ensure the website functions correctly, to analyse how visitors interact with the site, and to support marketing and advertising activities where permitted.
Where required by applicable law, non-essential cookies are used only with your prior consent. You may manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent tool.
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data more generally.
2.0 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve user experience, and provide insights into how the site is used. Cookies may be:
Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – remain until they expire or are deleted
First party cookies – set by our website
Third party cookies – set by our partners or service providers
Some cookies may collect information that is considered personal data under applicable data protection laws, such as IP addresses or online identifiers.
3.0 How We Use Cookies
Some cookies are strictly necessary for the operation and security of our website and do not require consent.
All other cookies, including analytics, functional, and advertising cookies, are used only where you have provided consent through our cookie management tools or browser settings.
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for website operation and cannot be disabled. Used for security, session management, and core functions.
3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors use our website, helping us improve functionality and usability.
Used for:
Measuring traffic and visitor behaviour
Understanding which pages are most popular
Diagnosing errors and performance issues
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable personalization, remembering preferences, and enhanced site features.
3.4 Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies help deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. They may be placed by advertising partners.
3.5 Legal Basis for Use of Cookies
The legal basis for the use of cookies depends on the type of cookie used:
– Strictly necessary cookies are used based on the Company’s legitimate interests in operating and securing the website.
– All other cookies are used only where you have provided your consent through the cookie consent mechanism, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
4.0 Third‑Party Cookies
Some cookies used on our website are placed by third-party service providers, such as analytics providers, advertising networks, or embedded content platforms (for example, video or map services).
These third parties may process data collected via cookies in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. The Company does not control these cookies and is not responsible for the data processing practices of third-party providers.
5.0 Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You may manage, modify, or withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time through our cookie preference panel or by adjusting your browser settings.
Withdrawing consent will not affect the lawfulness of cookies used prior to withdrawal.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality or user experience.
5.1 Cookie Duration
Cookies may be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remaining on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted).
The duration of cookies varies depending on their purpose and provider.
5.2 International Website Visitors
Our website is operated from the United Arab Emirates but may be accessed by users located in other countries.
Where required by applicable law, we apply cookie consent standards consistent with international data protection requirements, including those applicable in the United Kingdom and European Economic Area.
6.0 Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our data practices.
7.0 Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
MEDEFINE EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL L.L.CFZ
Meydan Grandstand, 6th Floor, Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, UAE
Email: info@medefine.org
