VOV Cookie Preferences and Consent Control Policy

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Introduction

This Cookie Preferences & Consent Control Policy explains how VOV by Sumea International enables users to manage cookie preferences across its official websites. Users have the ability to accept, reject or customise the use of optional cookies while maintaining access to essential website functionality.

This Policy applies to:

https://vov.ae/
https://vovinternational.com/en

Cookie preference management is implemented in accordance with the applicable laws of the United Arab Emirates, including the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL), Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2023 Concerning Modern Technology-Based Trade, Federal Decree-Law No. 15 of 2020 on Consumer Protection (as amended), applicable Electronic Transactions legislation, and other applicable laws and regulations of the United Arab Emirates applicable in United Arab Emirates (UAE) and supports transparency, user choice and responsible data processing.

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Purpose of Consent Management

The VOV cookie preference centre allows users to determine how optional cookies are used while browsing the website.

The consent management system is designed to:

Provide clear cookie choices.
Record user consent.
Respect user preferences.
Enable consent updates.
Support regulatory compliance.
Improve transparency.
Maintain website functionality.

Essential cookies remain active because they are necessary for the operation and security of the website.

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Available Cookie Choices

When visiting the VOV websites, users may choose to:

Accept all cookies.
Reject all non-essential cookies.
Customise cookie preferences by category.
Save selected preferences.
Withdraw previously granted consent.
Update cookie selections at any time.

Preference changes normally apply to future browsing sessions.

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Cookie Categories

Users may manage consent for the following cookie categories where applicable:

Essential Cookies (Always Active).
Functional & Preference Cookies.
Analytics & Performance Cookies.
Advertising & Targeting Cookies.
Communication Cookies.
Third-Party Cookies.
Unclassified Cookies where consent is required.

Each category may be enabled or disabled independently, except Essential Cookies, which are required for website operation.

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Updating Preferences

Users may review or update cookie preferences at any time through:

https://vov.ae/en/cookie-settings

The preference centre allows users to:

Review previously selected preferences.
Modify cookie categories.
Withdraw consent.
Save updated settings.
Apply revised preferences.

Updated preferences will generally take effect immediately or during the next website interaction where technically feasible.

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Withdrawal of Consent

Users may withdraw consent for optional cookies at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

Following withdrawal, optional cookies that rely on consent will no longer be activated unless consent is provided again.

Withdrawal of consent may affect certain personalised website features.

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Consent Records

Where required by the applicable laws of the United Arab Emirates, including the UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL), Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2023 Concerning Modern Technology-Based Trade, Federal Decree-Law No. 15 of 2020 on Consumer Protection (as amended), applicable Electronic Transactions legislation, and other applicable laws and regulations of the United Arab Emirates applicable in United Arab Emirates (UAE), VOV maintains records of cookie consent for compliance purposes.

Consent records may include:

Date and time of consent.
Cookie preference selections.
Consent status.
Consent updates.
Technical identifiers necessary for compliance.
Website version where applicable.

Consent records are retained only for legitimate operational and legal purposes.

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Browser Controls

Users may also manage cookies through their internet browser.

Depending on the browser used, users may:

Delete stored cookies.
Block cookies.
Restrict third-party cookies.
Receive cookie notifications.
Clear browsing data.

Blocking certain cookies through browser settings may affect website functionality and user experience.

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Cross-Device and Browser Use

Cookie preferences are generally stored for the browser and device used when consent is provided.

Users may be asked to provide new consent if they:

Use another browser.
Change devices.
Delete cookies.
Reset browser settings.
Use private browsing mode.

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Related Business Websites

VOV operates within a broader business ecosystem that includes:

https://www.sumeainternational.com/
https://www.sumeainternational.com/partners.html
https://www.sumeaworld.com/
https://burotec.biz/en/groupe-burotec/

Each website maintains its own cookie preferences and consent management processes unless otherwise stated.

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Policy Updates

VOV may update this Cookie Preferences & Consent Control Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, website functionality, consent technologies or operational practices.

The latest version will always be published on the official VOV website.

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