Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how MyKalt ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.mykalt.com and use our services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies serve various purposes, including:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Enabling you to sign in and stay logged in
- Analyzing how you use our website
- Providing personalized content and advertisements
- Improving security and detecting fraud
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services cannot be provided.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against CSRF attacks | Session |
| auth_token | Keeps you logged in securely | 30 days |
2. Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us improve how our website works.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
3. Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| theme | Stores your display preferences | 1 year |
| currency | Remembers your currency preference | 1 year |
4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions | 3 months |
| ads_prefs | Stores ad personalization preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide social media features. These include:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Facebook Pixel: To measure and optimize advertising campaigns
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing functionality
How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Notify you when a cookie is set
To learn more about cookie controls, visit your browser's help section:
Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.
Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising
To opt out of targeted advertising, you can visit:
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. For example:
- You may need to re-enter your login credentials more frequently
- Your preferences and settings may not be saved
- Some pages may not display correctly
- Certain services may be unavailable
Mobile Devices
If you access our services through a mobile device, you can manage cookies through your device settings. You can also manage how your mobile device shares certain information by adjusting your privacy and security settings.
Compliance with Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)
MyKalt is committed to complying with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019 and the guidelines issued by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). As a data controller operating in Nigeria, we:
- Process personal data obtained through cookies lawfully, fairly, and transparently
- Collect and process data for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes
- Ensure data minimization by collecting only what is necessary for our services
- Maintain accuracy and keep your data up to date
- Store data for no longer than necessary for the purposes collected
- Implement appropriate security measures to protect your data
- Obtain your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies
Your Rights Under NDPR
As a Nigerian data subject, you have the following rights regarding cookies and data collected through them:
- Right to Access: Request information about the cookies we use and the data we collect
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data and removal of cookies
- Right to Object: Object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with NITDA if you believe your rights have been violated
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your cookie consent at any time without affecting prior processing
Data Retention and Storage
In compliance with NDPR requirements:
- Essential cookies are stored only for the duration of your session or as long as necessary for security
- Performance and functionality cookies are stored for a maximum of 2 years
- Advertising cookies are stored for a maximum of 1 year
- Cookie data is stored on servers located in Nigeria and/or secure cloud infrastructure with appropriate safeguards
- We implement encryption and access controls to protect cookie data
Third-Party Data Processors
We ensure that all third-party services that use cookies on our website (such as Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel) comply with NDPR requirements. We have data processing agreements in place with these third parties to ensure:
- Adequate security measures are implemented
- Data is processed only for specified purposes
- Data subjects' rights are respected
- International data transfers comply with NDPR Chapter 3
Contact NITDA
If you wish to exercise your rights or have concerns about our cookie practices, you can contact NITDA:
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
Plot 28, Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama District
PMB 564, Garki, Abuja
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.nitda.gov.ng
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: [email protected]
MyKalt
Nigeria
Email: [email protected]