2. Legal Framework
Our use of cookies is governed by the following laws and regulations:
| Regulation | Jurisdiction | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Personal Data Protection Law No. 24/2023 | Jordan | Art. 4 requires free, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent for personal data processing via cookies |
| Jordan Electronic Transactions Law No. 15/2015 | Jordan | Governs electronic records and the validity of electronically captured consent |
| GDPR (EU) 2016/679 | EU / EEA | Arts. 6 & 7: lawful basis and freely given consent for data processing, including cookie-based profiling |
| ePrivacy Directive 2002/58/EC ("Cookie Law") | EU | Art. 5(3): prior informed consent required for non-essential cookies before placement |
| UK PECR 2003 (SI 2003/2426) | United Kingdom | Reg. 6: consent required for cookies not strictly necessary |
| CCPA / CPRA | California, USA | Right to opt out of sale/sharing of personal information collected via cookies |
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. No consent is required under Art. 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive and Jordan PDPL Art. 7(c).
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
wordpress_sec_* | WordPress session authentication | Session | JAIS (1st party) |
wordpress_logged_in_* | Maintains logged-in state for admin users | Session | JAIS (1st party) |
wp-settings-* | WordPress user preferences | 1 year | JAIS (1st party) |
jais_session | User registration session tracking | Session | JAIS (1st party) |
cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year | JAIS (1st party) |
3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our website. All data is aggregated and anonymised. Requires consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Google LLC |
_ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — session persistence | 2 years | Google LLC |
_gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users within 24h | 24 hours | Google LLC |
_gat | Google Analytics — throttles request rate | 1 minute | Google LLC |
3.3 Functional Cookies
These enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. Requires consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
jais_lang | Stores language preference (Arabic/English) | 1 year | JAIS (1st party) |
jais_tz | Stores timezone preference for schedule display | Session | JAIS (1st party) |
3.4 Marketing & Targeting Cookies
Used to show relevant advertising and track marketing campaign effectiveness. Requires consent. Can be declined.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp | Facebook Pixel — ad conversion tracking | 3 months | Meta Platforms |
fr | Facebook — ad delivery and measurement | 3 months | Meta Platforms |
li_sugr | LinkedIn — personalised ads | 3 months | LinkedIn Corp. |
UserMatchHistory | LinkedIn — ad audience matching | 1 month | LinkedIn Corp. |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services. We have no direct control over these cookies. Each third party has its own privacy policy:
| Provider | Service | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google LLC | Analytics, Maps, YouTube embeds | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Meta Platforms Inc. | Facebook Pixel, Social sharing | facebook.com/privacy/policy |
| LinkedIn Corporation | LinkedIn Insight Tag | linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy |
| Twitter / X Corp. | Social sharing buttons | twitter.com/en/privacy |
5. Your Consent
When you first visit JAIS 2026, our cookie consent banner asks you to choose your preferences. Consistent with GDPR Art. 7 and Jordan PDPL Art. 4, consent must be:
Freely Given
No service is withheld for declining non-essential cookies
Specific
Separate consent for each cookie category (analytics, marketing, functional)
Informed
Clear description of each cookie type before consent is given
Unambiguous
Positive opt-in action required — no pre-ticked boxes
Withdrawable
You can withdraw consent at any time as easily as giving it
Documented
Your consent record is stored securely for audit purposes
6. Managing Cookies
6.1 Cookie Preference Centre
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer. Your preferences will be saved for 12 months.
6.2 Browser Controls
All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality:
| Browser | How to Manage Cookies |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies |
| Mozilla Firefox | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data |
| Apple Safari | Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data |
| Microsoft Edge | Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions |
| Opera | Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security → Cookies |
6.3 Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Opt out at optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Opt out at optout.aboutads.info
- CCPA Do Not Sell: California residents may email [email protected] with subject "Do Not Sell My Personal Information"
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers transmit a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Because there is currently no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals, our Website does not alter its data collection practices in response to DNT browser settings. We encourage you to use our Cookie Preference Centre to exercise your choices directly.