About Our Cookie Policy
At Sefa Visa, we use cookies when you visit our website to provide a better user experience, analyze the site, and make improvements. This policy has been prepared to provide information about cookies and explain what types of cookies we use and for what purpose.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not accept the use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or do not use our website.
1. What is a Cookie?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your computer or mobile device. These files help websites remember your usage; thus helping to provide a more personalized experience on your next visit.
Cookies are simple text files stored on your device and do not contain any encryption or malware. They only contain information that identifies you and makes it easier for you to use certain features of the website.
2. Types of Cookies
The cookies used on our website are categorized according to their functions and durations as follows:
2.1. Cookies by Function
- Essential Cookies: These are cookies necessary for the proper functioning of the website. Without these cookies, the website may not work properly or certain features may not be available.
- Performance Cookies: These are cookies used to measure and improve the website's performance. These cookies collect information such as the most visited pages on the site and error messages.
- Functionality Cookies: These are cookies that save your preferences and settings that the website needs to remember. They store data such as language preference and login information.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are cookies used to present customized advertisements to users based on their interests.
2.2. Cookies by Duration
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are kept on your device only while you browse the website. These cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These are cookies that remain on your device after you close your browser and are stored until a specified time or until you manually delete them.
3. Cookies We Use
The cookies we use on our website and their purposes are listed below:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _session | Essential | Session | Used to manage user sessions. |
| _csrf | Essential | Session | Provides protection against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. |
| _preferences | Functionality | 1 year | Stores user preferences (language, theme, etc.). |
| _ga | Performance | 2 years | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. |
| _gid | Performance | 24 hours | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. |
| _fbp | Advertising | 3 months | Used by Facebook for advertising targeting. |
4. Cookie Control
You have the right to control the use of cookies and delete them. Most browsers provide settings that allow you to accept or reject cookies. Instructions on how to change these settings are provided below:
- Google Chrome: Click the "three dots" icon in the top right > Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data > Block all cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Click the "three lines" icon in the top right > Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Safari menu > Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Click the "three dots" icon in the top right > Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Please note that disabling or deleting cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website. If you disable cookies, you may not be able to benefit from all features of our website.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may also include cookies from third-party service providers. These third-party cookies may be used for the following purposes:
- Analyzing visitor behavior (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Providing social media features (e.g., Facebook, Twitter)
- Showing targeted advertisements based on your interests
- Improving website usage
We do not have direct control over these third-party cookies and their privacy practices. We recommend visiting the websites of these organizations to learn more about their privacy policies.
6. Changes to Our Cookie Policy
Sefa Visa reserves the right to change this cookie policy at any time. We will make reasonable efforts to inform you about significant changes to the policy. However, we recommend that you regularly visit our website and review this policy for any changes.
Changes to our cookie policy will be effective from the date they are published on our website. Your continued use of our website after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated cookie policy.
7. Data Protection Rights
Regarding your personal data collected through cookies, you have the following rights:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of incorrect or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions
- Object to the processing of your personal data
- Transfer your personal data to another organization
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request as soon as possible and within legal time limits.
8. Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our cookie policy, please contact us using the following contact information:
Last updated: April 15, 2025