This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on our website, and how you can control them.
Quick summary: We use essential cookies to make our website work, and optional analytics and marketing cookies to improve your experience and show relevant content. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time. By continuing to use our website, you consent to essential cookies only.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, to improve efficiency, and to provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information in most cases, but any personal information stored within them may be linked to other information we hold about you. Cookies are not harmful — they cannot execute programmes or deliver viruses to your computer.
We use four categories of cookies on our website:
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as filling in a form or setting privacy preferences. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but parts of the website will not function as a result.
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, or previously viewed destinations.
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
The following table lists the cookies currently in use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _session | Hamadan International | Maintains your session state across pages | Session | |
| cookie_consent | Hamadan International | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | |
| csrf_token | Hamadan International | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session | |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions for traffic analysis | 2 years | |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores and counts page views | 2 years | |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics purposes | 24 hours | |
| user_prefs | Hamadan International | Remembers your language and display preferences | 6 months | |
| _fbp | Facebook / Meta | Used by Facebook to deliver targeted advertisements | 3 months | |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used for targeted advertising and remarketing | 1 year |
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the use of these cookies and you should refer to the relevant third party's privacy and cookie policies for more information:
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.
Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For interest-based advertising, you can opt out via the Your Online Choices website.
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Essential cookies are always active as they are required for the website to function.
You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site, or by contacting us directly.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as our website and cookie usage evolves. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. Where material changes are made, we will notify you via a banner on the website.
For general information about cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org. For information on how we use your personal data more broadly, see our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Hamadan International Limited
214 Whitechapel Road, 1st Floor, Suite 4
London, E1 1BJ
Email: info@hamadaninternational.com
Phone: 020 7946 0958