Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Learn how Podacium uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience while protecting your privacy.
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Sections
2026
Effective Date
1.0
Version
Podacium LLC
Registered Limited Liability Company (SARL) in Algeria
Language Notice
The official legal version of this document is in Arabic. Translations are provided for convenience only. In case of any discrepancy, the Arabic version shall prevail.
RC
RC: Registration in progress (Tribunal of Oran)
NIF
NIF: Pending attribution
NI
NIS: Pending attribution
Capital
Capital: 100,000 DZD (Subscribed)
Address
PC38+5MV, Bir El Djir, Oran, Algeria
podacium@podacium.com
Phone
+213 792 913 873
Website
www.podacium.com
www.podacium.dz · www.podacium.com.dz
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
merhabahmed@podacium.com
Effective Date
1 January 2026
Last Updated
1 January 2026
Version
1.0
1. Introduction
ImportantOverview of our cookie practices and legal framework
1.1 Policy Explanation
This Cookie Policy explains how Podacium SARL ('Podacium,' 'we,' 'us,' or 'our') uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and platform (collectively, the 'Platform'). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
1.2 Compliance Commitment
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices in full compliance with Algerian Law No. 18-07 of June 10, 2018, on the Protection of Individuals in the Processing of Personal Data.
2. What Are Cookies?
Understanding cookies and tracking technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to the website owners.
2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies
We also use similar tracking technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage (collectively referred to as 'cookies' in this policy).
Text Files
Small text files placed on your device
Website Efficiency
Make websites work efficiently and remember preferences
Legal Compliance
Full compliance with Algerian Law 18-07
User Consent
Prior, informed, and explicit consent required
3. How We Use Cookies & Legal Basis
ImportantPurposes and legal grounds for cookie usage
We use cookies for the following purposes, based on the legal grounds outlined in Algerian Law 18-07:
| Purpose | Description | Legal Basis Under Algerian Law |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for Platform operation. Enable core features like user login, session management, security, and payment processing. | Performance of a Contract (Article 5) - No prior consent required |
| Performance / Analytics | Help understand Platform interaction. Collect anonymous information to improve structure, content, and user experience. | Your Prior, Explicit Consent (Articles 4 & 5) |
| Functionality | Remember choices (language, region) to provide enhanced, personalized features. | Your Prior, Explicit Consent |
| Targeting / Advertising | Deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising campaign effectiveness. | Your Prior, Explicit Consent (Future use only) |
4. Your Consent & Control
ImportantManaging and withdrawing your cookie preferences
4.1 Prior, Informed, and Express Consent
In accordance with Article 4 of Law 18-07, we require your freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device.
4.2 Consent Flow
Consent Flow:
First Visit → Cookie Banner Displayed
User Chooses: [Accept All] OR [Reject Non-Essential] OR [Customize Preferences]
Choice Saved (`cookie_consent` cookie set for 1 year)
Respective Cookies Placed → User can change choice anytime
Key Points:
- On first visit: Clear cookie consent banner with granular options
- Granular Control: Give or refuse consent independently for each category
- No Implied Consent: Browsing without interaction ≠ valid consent
- Consent Storage: Preference stored in `cookie_consent` for 1 year
4.3 Withdrawing or Changing Consent
You have the right to withdraw or modify your cookie consent at any time, with future effect. Withdrawal will not affect strictly necessary cookies required for Platform operation.
- Access 'Cookie Preferences' in your Account dashboard
- Click the cookie icon/link in website footer
- Contact us for assistance
- Clear browser cookies (will reset preferences and require re-login)
If you reject cookies or withdraw consent, non-essential cookies will be deleted promptly and will cease to be set on future visits.
4.4 Managing Cookies via Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, or set preferences for certain websites.
Google Chrome
Manage cookies in Chrome browser settings
Mozilla Firefox
Configure cookie preferences in Firefox
Safari
Control cookies and website data in Safari
Microsoft Edge
Delete and manage cookies in Microsoft Edge
Blocking all cookies, especially Strictly Necessary ones, will severely impact your ability to use the Podacium Platform.
5. Types of Cookies We Use
First-party and third-party cookie categories
5.1 First-Party Cookies
These are set directly by Podacium on our primary domain (podacium.com) as well as our secondary domains (podacium.dz, podacium.com.dz), all pointing to the same server.
5.2 Third-Party Cookies
These are set by domains other than Podacium, by our trusted service providers. Their use is strictly governed by Data Processing Agreements to ensure compliance with Algerian law.
| Service Provider | Purpose | Data Location & Transfer | Your Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Gateways (CIB, SATIM, EDAHABIA) | Secure transaction processing | Servers in Algeria. No personal data stored in cookies | Required for service |
| Analytics Providers (e.g., Google Analytics) | Analyze Platform traffic and usage patterns | Servers outside Algeria (requires ANPDP authorization) | Subject to explicit consent via cookie banner |
| AI Service Providers | Enhance AI tutoring and recommendation features | Primarily Algeria. International requires ANPDP authorization | Subject to explicit consent |
| Marketing Platforms (e.g., Facebook Pixel) | Measure ad performance and deliver relevant ads | Servers outside Algeria (requires ANPDP authorization) | Subject to explicit, granular consent |
6. Detailed Cookie List
Specific cookies used on our platform
6.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the Platform to function and are placed without prior consent as required by Algerian Law 18-07 Article 5.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Data Shared | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Podacium LLC | Maintains your logged-in user session | Session | None | Essential |
| csrf_token | Podacium LLC | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks | Session | None | Essential |
| cookie_consent | Podacium LLC | Stores your cookie preference choices | 1 Year | None | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics (Planned) | Distinguishes unique users for analytics | 2 Years | Google (International transfer subject to ANPDP authorization) | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics (Planned) | Distinguishes users for analytics within a 24-hour period | 24 Hours | Google (International transfer subject to ANPDP authorization) | Analytics |
6.2 Performance / Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies are only placed with your explicit consent via the cookie banner.
6.3 Functionality & Marketing Cookies
We currently do not use functionality or marketing cookies. Any future implementation will be listed here and will require your explicit opt-in.
6.4 Updates to Cookie List
This table will be updated immediately following a complete cookie audit and may include additional cookies as necessary.
7. Data Retention
How long cookie data is stored
Cookie data is retained only for the duration specified in the cookie table above ('Session' cookies are deleted when you close your browser).
7.2 Reference to Privacy Policy
Personal data collected via cookies is processed according to the retention periods outlined in our Privacy Policy.
8. Data Transfers Outside Algeria
ImportantInternational data transfer compliance
The use of certain third-party cookies may involve the transfer of personal data to servers located outside of Algeria. As per Articles 31-33 of Law 18-07, any such cross-border data transfer requires prior authorization from the Algerian National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data (ANPDP).
8.2 Our Commitments
We commit to:
- Not activating any service involving international data transfer via cookies without first obtaining required ANPDP authorization
- Informing you in this policy and via cookie banner of any international transfers
- Ensuring adequate safeguards through Data Processing Agreements with all third-party providers
9. Minors' Privacy
ImportantSpecial protections for users under 19
Consistent with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, users under the age of 19 are considered Minors under Algerian law.
9.2 Parental Consent Requirement
We require verifiable parental consent before processing the personal data of Minors. The placement of non-essential cookies on a Minor's device is contingent upon this parental consent.
10. Your Data Protection Rights
ImportantYour rights under Algerian Law 18-07
In addition to your rights regarding consent, you have the full range of data subject rights under Algerian Law 18-07, as detailed in our Privacy Policy (Section 9).
Right of Access
Access your personal data collected via cookies
Right to Rectification
Correct inaccurate cookie data
Right to Erasure
Delete your personal cookie data
Right to Portability
Receive cookie data in machine-readable format
10.2 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise these rights, or for any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the contact information below.
11. Contact Information & Data Controller
How to contact us about cookie matters
podacium@podacium.com
Phone
+213 792 913 873
Address
PC38+5MV, Bir El Djir, Oran, Algeria
Website
www.podacium.com
11.2 Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Note: A dedicated Data Protection Officer (DPO) will be formally appointed prior to our commercial launch. Until then, all inquiries sent to the above address will be handled promptly.
11.3 Algerian Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with the National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data (ANPDP) if you believe our processing of your data violates Algerian law. ANPDP: 01, Rue Ahmed Ouaked, Dely Ibrahim, Algiers, Algeria. Website: https://www.anpdp.dz
11.4 ANPDP Registration
ANPDP Registration Number: Pending / To be added upon issuance.
12. Changes to This Cookie Policy
How we update this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or services.
12.2 Notification of Changes
We will notify you of any material changes by email (if you have an account) and/or by posting a prominent notice on our Platform at least 15 days before changes take effect.
12.3 Continued Use as Acceptance
Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of the updated policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes, particularly regarding your consent preferences for non-essential cookies.
Acknowledgment
By using the Podacium Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described herein.
Thank you for trusting Podacium. We are committed to transparent cookie practices and protecting your privacy under Algerian data protection laws.
Last Updated: 1 January 2026 • Version: 1.0 • Effective Date: 1 January 2026