What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your browser and remember information about your visit.
How We Use Cookies
Egypt Discovery uses cookies to:
- Keep the site working correctly (essential cookies)
- Remember your preferences between pages
- Understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it (analytics)
- Show relevant content based on your interests
Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Security, load balancing and remembering your cookie choices. The site cannot function without these. | Session – 12 months |
| Preferences | Remember settings such as currency and language. | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics | Google Analytics — measures visits and page performance in aggregate. | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing | Measure advertising performance and show relevant content. Set only with your consent. | Up to 12 months |
Managing Your Consent
Under the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we set non-essential cookies only with your consent. You can control non-essential cookies at any time through your browser settings (see below); essential cookies are required for the site to function and cannot be switched off.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Blocking essential cookies may stop parts of the site from working correctly.