Legal & Compliance

Cookie Policy

Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.

Last Updated

January 1, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

What Cookies Do
  • Remember your preferences
  • Keep you logged in
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Improve user experience
  • Enable website functionality

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Always Active
Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies, security cookies

Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.

Can Be Disabled
Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking, session duration

Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Can Be Disabled
Examples: Language preferences, video players, chat services

Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

Can Be Disabled
Examples: Ad targeting, conversion tracking, social media pixels

Cookie Duration

Cookie Type Duration Description
Session Cookies Until browser closes Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies 1 day - 2 years Remain on your device until they expire or are deleted
First-Party Cookies Varies Set directly by GRU website
Third-Party Cookies Varies Set by external service providers

Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third parties that may set cookies on your device. These include:

Google Analytics (Website Analytics)
Meta/Facebook (Social Media Integration)
LinkedIn (Professional Network)
YouTube (Video Content)

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block cookies from being set
  • Set preferences for specific websites
Note: If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use our website after seeing this banner, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

Accept All
All cookie types
Customize
Choose specific types
Reject All
Essential only

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our operations. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email.

Contact Us

Data Protection Team

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact our Data Protection Team:

privacy@gru.edu.eg

+20 111 588 5050

Mansoura–Gamasa Corridor, Dakahlia, Egypt

More Legal Information

Review our other legal policies for complete information about your rights.