Purpose

This policy aims to clarify how Nobles Electronic Library uses cookies and similar tracking technologies across its digital platform, ensuring transparency and protection of personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and applicable Syrian data protection laws.

Scope

This policy applies to all digital activities associated with Nobles Electronic Library, including employees, contractors, suppliers, technical service providers, visitors, external users, internal systems, web portals, applications, APIs, and institutional subscription services, where applicable.

Policy

Definition of Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device when visiting a website. They enable the site to remember user preferences, enhance browsing experience, deliver customized content, and collect data regarding website usage.

Types of Cookies Used

The website currently uses essential cookies only, which are required for session management, authentication, shopping cart functionality, and website security. These may be temporary or persistent and do not require user consent when strictly necessary for providing the requested service.

Additional cookie types may be introduced in the future based on development needs and market requirements. In such cases, this policy and the consent experience will be updated accordingly.

Consent Mechanism

Since the website currently uses only essential cookies, a single acknowledgment banner is displayed. A full preference‑management system will be implemented once optional cookies are introduced.

Preference Management and User Rights

Each visitor has the right to:

1. Freely accept or refuse optional cookies.

2. Object to data processing for marketing purposes.

3. Request deletion of personal data.

4. Manage advertising preferences through external tools such as:

   • YourAdChoices

   • Your Online Choices

Users may not be denied essential services for refusing non‑essential cookies.

Third‑Party Cookies

When enabled, the platform may use technologies provided by:

• Statistical analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Advertising networks (e.g., Google Ads, Meta Ads)

• Electronic payment processors

• Cybersecurity vendors for fraud detection and attack prevention

These technologies are subject to the privacy policies of their respective providers, and explicit consent will be required before loading any optional third‑party cookies.

Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention

The Library implements appropriate security controls and may use advanced identity verification and anti‑bot technologies such as reCAPTCHA where configured. This policy does not claim the operation of a general intrusion‑detection or bot‑prevention system within the application.

Cookie Data Retention

Essential cookies are retained only for the duration necessary to provide the service. Current consent cookies may be stored for up to 20 years, subject to change based on implementation or legal requirements.

Technical Implementation

Technical Compatibility: The website supports current versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge, is fully responsive on mobile devices, and provides both Arabic and English interfaces.

Compliance and Updates

This policy is published on a dedicated page accessible through the website footer. It is updated whenever services or technologies change, and users may be asked to renew their consent in case of material updates. Previous versions are retained for audit purposes.

Contact Information

For inquiries or requests related to the Cookie Policy or data privacy, please contact:

• Email: CEO@nobles.com.sy Phone: +963949706538

Effective Date

Effective Date: 19 August 2026 Last Updated: 19 August 2026

This policy is a living document subject to continuous review and enhancement, reflecting Nobles Electronic Library’s commitment to global standards of transparency and data protection.

References

1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

2. ePrivacy Directive

3. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)

4. W3C Standards, OWASP Guidelines, ISO/IEC 27001

5. Relevant Syrian data protection laws