Last Updated: August 19, 2026

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how WORLD STORE LIMITED, trading as AtlasSIM ("AtlasSIM", "we", "our", "us"), uses them on our website https://atlassim.org, mobile applications, and related services (the "Platform"), and how you can manage your preferences. By accessing or using our Platform, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files containing small pieces of data that are stored on your computer, mobile device, or browser when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide reporting information to website operators. Cookies may be:

• Session-based: Temporary cookies that expire and are automatically deleted when you close your web browser.
• Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain stored on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them.
• First-party cookies: Cookies set directly by AtlasSIM.
• Third-party cookies: Cookies set by external providers and partners (such as analytics providers or payment networks).

2. Why We Use Cookies

We utilize cookies and similar tracking technologies for several key operational and performance purposes, including:

• Ensuring the fundamental technical functionality and security of the Platform.
• Facilitating transactions and maintaining user session continuity.
• Analyzing how visitors interact with our website to improve performance and usability.
• Personalizing your user experience and remembering your regional or language preferences.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Our Platform uses the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These are strictly necessary for the operation of the Platform, enabling core features such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot disable these through our cookie settings.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users navigate and interact with our website by collecting information on pages visited, traffic sources, and error messages, allowing us to optimize our services.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make (such as your preferred currency or region) to provide enhanced, personalized features.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These track your browsing habits to deliver relevant promotional content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Platform may be placed by trusted third-party service providers, including payment gateways, web traffic analyzers, advertising networks, or partner mobile network operators. These third parties may use cookies to collect data regarding your online activities across different websites and services.

5. Consent Management

Upon your initial visit to our Platform, a cookie banner is displayed to notify you about the use of non-essential cookies. By clicking "Accept" or continuing to browse the Platform after being presented with the banner, you consent to the deployment of cookies as described in this Policy. You retain the right to modify your consent preferences at any time.

6. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You have full control over how cookies are managed on your device:

• Browser Controls: Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings menu. Please note that blocking essential cookies may impact your ability to use certain features or complete transactions on our Platform.
• Platform Settings: You can adjust your preferences via our dedicated cookie settings tool available on the website.
• Third-Party Opt-Outs: You can opt out of targeted advertising cookies by visiting industry opt-out platforms such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA).

7. Data Collected via Cookies

Cookies may automatically gather technical information from your device, including your Internet Protocol (IP address), browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers, pages visited, time spent on pages, user preferences, and aggregated, anonymized statistical data.

8. Security of Cookie Data

We apply strict technical and organizational security measures—including data encryption, strict access limitations, and periodic internal reviews—to protect information collected or transmitted via cookies against unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.

9. Retention of Cookies

• Session cookies automatically expire the moment you close your browser session.
• Persistent cookies remain on your device for varying durations, up to a maximum of 12 months from your last visit.
• Anonymized analytics data derived from cookies may be retained for longer statistical analysis periods.

10. User Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR, you hold specific rights regarding information processed through cookies, including the right to access, rectify, or erase your data, and the right to object to or restrict processing. To exercise these rights, please contact our support team at support@atlassim.org. Further information is set out in our Privacy Policy.

11. International Transfers

If data collected via cookies involves transfers outside the UK or the European Economic Area (EEA), we implement legally recognized safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to ensure your information remains adequately protected.

12. Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may amend this Cookies Policy from time to time to account for operational changes, technological upgrades, or regulatory updates. Any modifications will be posted directly on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding our Cookies Policy or data handling practices, please contact us at support@atlassim.org.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Cookies Policy and any disputes or claims arising out of or in connection with it shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of England and Wales. You agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any such disputes.