Cookie Policy
Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on Somiana.
Last updated: September 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our services.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which serve similar purposes to cookies.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.
- • Authentication and security
- • Session management
- • Cookie consent preferences
- • Load balancing
Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve performance.
- • Page views and traffic sources
- • User behavior patterns
- • Performance metrics
- • Error tracking
Used to deliver personalized advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
- • Targeted advertising
- • Social media integration
- • Campaign tracking
- • Retargeting
Remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.
- • Theme preferences (dark/light)
- • Language settings
- • UI customizations
- • Form data
3. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| theme | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year | Preferences |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| cf_turnstile | Cloudflare Turnstile security verification | Session | Necessary |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third parties that may set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand website usage and improve our services
- Cloudflare: Provides security, performance, and reliability services
- Vercel Analytics: Provides website performance and usage analytics
- Social Media Platforms: Enable social sharing and embedded content
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Our Cookie Preference Center
- Use the "Manage Cookie Preferences" button above to control your settings
- You can enable or disable different categories of cookies
- Your preferences are saved and respected across your visits
- You can change your preferences at any time
Browser Settings
- Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings
- You can block all cookies, allow only first-party cookies, or delete existing cookies
- Note that blocking cookies may affect website functionality
- Each browser has different steps for managing cookies
Opt-Out Links
6. Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
- Our Cookies: Typically expire within 1-2 years
- Third-Party Cookies: Follow the retention policies of their respective providers
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Sending email notifications for significant changes
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@somiana.com
Data Protection Officer: dpo@somiana.com