Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 18, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close the browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain on your device for a set period).
2. How We Use Cookies
Gharna.com uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
| Category | Required | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required | Essential for the website to function. These cannot be disabled. | Authentication tokens, session IDs, security cookies, cookie consent preferences |
| Functional | Optional | Enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. | Language preferences, user role selection, saved property lists, theme preferences |
| Analytics & Performance | Optional | Help us understand how visitors interact with our website. | Page views, popular properties, load time metrics, error tracking |
| Advertising & Targeting | Optional | Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance. | Google Ads cookies, remarketing tags, conversion tracking |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from the following third parties that may set cookies on your device:
- Google (Firebase): Authentication, analytics, and hosting services
- YouTube: Video embedding for property tours (when you view embedded videos)
- Google Maps: Location services for property maps
- Google Analytics: Website usage analysis (if enabled)
4. Local Storage & Session Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage and session storage to store:
- Your user profile and preferences
- Saved and favourite properties
- Property submission drafts
- Admin session data
This data stays on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly submit it (e.g., posting a property listing).
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Cookie Settings: Use our cookie consent banner to customise which cookie categories you accept
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings
- Opt-Out Links: Third-party services often provide their own opt-out mechanisms
Note: Blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: gharna.com