Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how the Association of Professional Interior Design (APID) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, apid.ae. Our site delivers news and articles focused on interior design, including features like “Royal Residences: Inside the Modern Castles of Saudi Arabia.” We aim to provide a useful and engaging experience for our readers.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website you visit. They help the website remember information about your visit. This includes things like your preferred language or login information.
How We Use Cookies
APID uses cookies for several reasons. They allow our website to function correctly and help us understand how readers use our content. This information assists us in improving the articles and services we offer within the interior design community.
Types of Cookies We Use
These cookies are required for the basic operation of our website. Without them, the site cannot function correctly. They enable core functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use our site. This includes which articles are most popular, how long readers spend on a page, and how they navigate between different features. We use this data to understand reader engagement with our interior design content. We also use this to improve our website’s structure and content for a better user experience.
Preference cookies remember choices you make, enhancing your experience. For example, they might store your preferred language or display settings. These cookies help personalize your visits to apid.ae.
Advertising cookies deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They can limit the number of times you see an ad and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies may also be used to show you content related to the interior design industry from our partners.
Cookies Set by Third Parties
Third-party services may set cookies on your device when you visit our website. These cookies are controlled by the specific third parties. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics: Helps us understand website traffic and user behavior.
- Social Media Embeds: When content from platforms like Instagram or Twitter is embedded, those platforms may set their own cookies.
How to Manage Your Cookies
You have control over the cookies placed on your device. Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can configure your browser to reject all cookies, accept only certain types of cookies, or alert you when a website tries to place a cookie.
Here are general steps to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection or Cookies and Site Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Tracking prevention or Cookies and site data.
- Apple Safari: Go to Safari > Preferences > Privacy.
The specific steps may vary slightly depending on your browser version. Refer to your browser’s help section for exact instructions. You can also visit websites like allaboutcookies.org for more information on managing cookies.
Effect of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our website. The site may not function as intended. Some features, like remembering your preferences, might not work.
Third-Party Cookie Policies
Our Cookie Policy does not cover the use of cookies by third parties. You should review the individual privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services. This includes those whose services are used on our website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for updates.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us. You can reach us at [email protected].
Last updated: March 2026