This Cookie Policy explains how AqarSouq (operated by Monarch Vision Properties L.L.C) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on aqarsouq.ae. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how the site is being used. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, pixels, and web beacons; for simplicity we refer to all of them as "cookies" in this Policy.
2. Why we use cookies
- To keep you signed in to your account between visits.
- To remember your shortlist, compare list, currency, and language choice.
- To understand which pages and features are popular so we can improve the Platform.
- To protect against fraud, bot scraping, and abuse.
3. Types of cookies we set
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| aqs_session | Authentication session token (logged-in users) | 30 days | Essential |
| aqs_cart, aqs_compare | Remember your shortlist & compare selections | 90 days | Essential |
| aqs_lang, aqs_currency | Remember language (EN/AR) and currency preference | 12 months | Preferences |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — anonymised usage analytics | 13 months | Analytics |
| aqs_consent | Records your cookie-banner choice | 12 months | Essential |
4. Third-party cookies
Some pages may load content from third-party services we use:
- Google Analytics 4 — anonymised page-view and event analytics. IP anonymisation is enabled and Google's data-processing terms apply.
- YouTube — when a virtual tour video is embedded, YouTube may set cookies. We use the
youtube-nocookie.comprivacy-enhanced domain wherever possible. - Google Maps — when a property location map is loaded.
- Stripe — when you complete a paid subscription or premium-listing purchase, Stripe may set cookies necessary for fraud detection.
These third parties are independent data controllers; please review their own privacy policies for details.
5. Your choices
You can:
- Decline non-essential cookies via the consent banner shown on your first visit.
- Withdraw or change your consent at any time by clearing the
aqs_consentcookie or contacting us. - Block or delete cookies in your browser settings — note that disabling essential cookies will break sign-in and shortlist functionality.
- Opt out of Google Analytics specifically by installing the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Policy if we add or remove cookies. The "Last updated" date at the top of the page always reflects the current version. Material changes will be notified via a banner on aqarsouq.ae.
7. Contact
For any questions about this Cookie Policy, email legal@aqarsouq.ae.
Operating entity
AqarSouq is operated by Monarch Vision Properties L.L.C, a UAE limited-liability company licensed by the Department of Economic Development, Dubai. ORN: 56909 · Trade License: 1567775. RERA-registered broker, Emirate of Dubai. Registered office: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Questions about this document? Email legal@aqarsouq.ae or call +971 58 870 7155.