Cookie Policy

Last updated: July 25, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as language, cart contents, and login status) over a period of time.

This Cookie Policy explains how GALARAY EVENTS L.L.C S.O.C ("Galaray", "we") uses cookies and similar technologies on galaray.ae.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are essential for the website to function. They enable core features such as your shopping cart, secure checkout, and account authentication. The website cannot operate properly without them, and they do not require your consent.

• _shopify_cart — stores your cart items (session-based)
• _shopify_session — authenticates you during checkout
• galaray_locale — remembers your language preference (EN / AR)

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymised information. We use this data to improve the site experience.

• _ga, _gid, _gat — Google Analytics 4 (visitor behaviour, page views)

Marketing Cookies

These are set by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites. They track your activity across sites.

• _fbp, fr — Meta (Facebook / Instagram) Pixel for ad targeting

Functional Cookies

These enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages (Shopify checkout, YouTube video embeds, Instagram feed, etc.). We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party's cookie policy for details.

4. Your Choices

When you first visit our site, a cookie banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie settings" in the footer.

You can also:

• Block or delete cookies via your browser settings (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge)
• Opt out of Google Analytics using the Google opt-out add-on
• Opt out of Meta ads via your Facebook / Instagram ad preferences

Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from placing orders or using certain site features.

5. Compliance

Our cookie use complies with:

• UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL)
• EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• EU ePrivacy Directive

6. Retention Periods

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period (typically 30 days to 2 years) or until you delete them manually.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected by the "Last updated" date above.

8. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at contact@galaray.ae.