Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 2, 2025
Last Updated: January 2, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Amarbis ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you use our international dating platform. This policy helps you understand what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control their use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website or use our app. They allow us to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences or past actions.

We also use similar tracking technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which we collectively refer to as "cookies" in this policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

🔒 Necessary Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.

  • Authentication and session management
  • Security features and fraud prevention
  • Basic website functionality
  • Load balancing and performance optimization

📊 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.

  • Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
  • User behavior and interaction tracking
  • Performance monitoring and optimization
  • A/B testing and feature improvement

📢 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.

  • Social media advertising pixels (Facebook, Instagram)
  • Google Ads conversion tracking
  • Retargeting and remarketing campaigns
  • Affiliate and partner tracking

⚙️ Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features.

  • Language preferences and localization
  • Chat and messaging functionality
  • Video call and voice call features
  • User interface customizations

3. Why We Use Cookies

  • Essential Functions: To provide core dating platform functionality
  • Security: To protect your account and prevent unauthorized access
  • Personalization: To remember your preferences and improve your experience
  • Analytics: To understand usage patterns and optimize our services
  • Communication: To enable real-time messaging and video calls
  • Marketing: To show you relevant content and measure advertising effectiveness

4. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party service providers who may set cookies on your device:

  • Google Analytics: Website usage and traffic analysis
  • Google Ads: Advertising measurement and conversion tracking
  • Facebook/Meta: Social media integration and advertising
  • Stripe: Secure payment processing
  • Cloudinary: Image and media optimization
  • Supabase: Database and authentication services

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences by cookie category

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set up notifications when cookies are being set
  • Browse in private/incognito mode

Opt-Out Links

For specific third-party cookies, you can opt out directly:

6. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookie TypeRetention Period
Session CookiesUntil browser is closed
Authentication30 days or until logout
Preferences1 year
Analytics2 years
Marketing30 days to 2 years

7. Mobile Applications

Our mobile applications may use similar tracking technologies and device identifiers. You can control these through your device settings:

  • iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking > Amarbis
  • Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads > Reset advertising ID
  • Push Notifications: Can be disabled in device notification settings

8. International Transfers

As an international dating platform, cookies and related data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during these transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

💡 Quick Tip

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website, or by contacting our support team.