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Cookies

Cookie use policy

WinChem Middle East Chemical Industries LLC , as well as third parties and other partners use cookies and other identification technologies on their website, mobile applications and e-mail communications to, among other things: determine the popularity of content and enable third parties to deliver personalized advertising campaigns, analyze site traffic and trends, remember users' preferences and settings, and generally understand the online behaviors and interests of people who interact with our services

We provide a huge variety of comprehensive end-to-end solutions for the general construction, infrastructure and manufacturing industries. In addition to getting state-of-the-art technology, we have also access to a large customer base all through the WinChem Middle East Chemical Industries LLC, which significantly to our expertise.

This cookie use policy explains how and why WinChem Middle East Chemical Industries LLC (“Winchem EMME”) will use different types of cookies and similar technologies on this website (“Website”). This cookie use policy also explains how you can manage cookies and similar technologies.

When you visit our Website, one or more “cookies” are generated and deployed with your consent, if required.

Cookies are files or pieces of information that are stored on your computer (or other internet-enabled devices, such as a smartphone or tablet) when you visit the Site. A cookie will usually contain the name of the website from which the cookie has come from, the "lifetime" of the cookie (i.e. how long it will remain on your device) and a value, which is usually a randomly generated unique number.

We use cookies to make the Website easier to use and to better tailor our web presence and products to your interests and needs. Cookies are also used to help speed up your future activities and deliver a more personalized experience on the Website.

Other cookies are used to compile anonymous, aggregated statistics that allow us to understand how people use our web properties and to help us improve web structure and content. We cannot identify you personally from this information although the same principles apply regarding these cookies

Regulations Surrounding Cookies: While the UAE does not have specific cookie laws akin to the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), it is essential to inform users about the use of cookies and obtain their consent when required.

As part of our commitment to transparency, we provide clear information about the cookies we use, their purpose, and how users can manage their cookie preferences. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge and consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

In the UAE, the use of cookies on websites must comply with data protection laws, particularly the Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data.

WHAT COOKIES ARE USED?

When you visit our Website, cookies may be automatically installed and temporarily saved in your computer’s memory or on its hard disk in order to make it easier for you to navigate around our Website. Cookies do not enable us to identify you, but are used to record information about the pages you have viewed on our Website, the date and time of your visit to the Website, etc.

Please find below the list of the cookies used by the site Saint-Gobain.com and their purpose :

  1. Essential Cookies: These cookies are crucial for the basic functioning of a website. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, a website cannot operate properly or provide the services users expect.

  2. Functional Cookies: These cookies enhance the user experience by remembering user preferences and settings. They allow websites to provide personalized content and improved functionality based on user choices.

  3. Performance Cookies: Performance cookies collect information about how users interact with a website. They help website owners understand which parts of the site are working well and which need improvement, thus enhancing site performance.

  4. Analytical Cookies: These cookies gather data on user behavior and interactions with the website, which is then analyzed to improve website performance and user experience. Analytics cookies often share data with third-party analytics services.

  5. Advertising Cookies: Advertising cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to users based on their interests and browsing habits. They help advertisers measure the effectiveness of their campaigns and limit the number of times users see the same ad.

  6. Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by a domain other than the one the user is visiting. They are typically used for tracking and online advertising purposes. Users may have less control over these cookies, as they are placed by third-party services integrated into the website.

  7. Session Cookies: Session cookies are temporary and expire once the user closes their browser. They are used to store information about the user's session, thereby facilitating seamless navigation within a single visit.

  8. Persistent Cookies: Unlike session cookies, persistent cookies remain on a user's device for a predetermined period or until deleted. They are often used to remember login details or user preferences for future visits.

HOW DO I MANAGE MY COOKIE PREFERENCES?

FROM THE PREFERENCE CENTER ON THE WINCHEM WEBSITE

You have the choice to accept or not the cookies except for the cookies strictly necessary for the delivery of our services which will be systematically deposited. For cookies that require your prior consent, you can make these choices at any time by accessing the Preference Center:

  • By clicking on "Set Cookies" in the information panel about our use of cookies.

  • By clicking on the "Set Cookies" icon accessible at any time during your navigation at the bottom left of your screen, and in this policy.

  • FROM THE BROWSER

    You can use your web browser to:

  • delete all cookies;

  • block all cookies

  • allow all cookies

  • block ‘third-party’ cookies (ie, cookies set by online services other than the one you are visiting)

  • clear all cookies when you close the browser

  • open a ‘private browsing’ / ‘incognito’ session, which allows you to browse the web without recording your browsing history or storing local data such as cookies (you should however be aware of the limitations of this feature in a privacy context); and

  • install add-ons and plugins that extend browser functionality.

Those operations may result in the deletion of all cookies used by the browser, including those used by other websites, which may lead to the alteration or loss of certain settings or information and make it difficult to navigate the website.

Useful information:

  • A number of websites provide detailed information on cookies, including AboutCookies.org and AllAboutCookies.org.

  • Google has developed a browser add-on to allow users to opt-out of Google Analytics across all websites which use it. This is also available in the Chrome web store.

  • Some browsers include a feature known as ‘Do Not Track’ or DNT. This allows you to indicate a preference that websites should not track you. However, whilst DNT is available in many browsers, websites are not required to recognise its request, so it may not always work. You can get help on how to use DNT in Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Safari and Opera.

  • Internet Explorer has a feature called Tracking Protection Lists which allows you to import a list of websites you want to block.

  • Analytics:

  • This Website uses Matomo to analyze traffic and help us to improve your user experience

  • We process your email address and IP address and cookies are stored on your browser for 13 months. This data is only processed by us and our web hosting platform. Please read our Privacy Policy to learn more.

  • You may choose to prevent this Website from aggregating and analyzing the actions you take here. Doing so will protect your privacy, but will also prevent the owner from learning from your actions and creating a better experience for you and other users.

For more information about our use of cookies or to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact us