Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 12, 2023
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how the Ethiopian FCPs Network ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform (collectively, the "Platform"). This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal information.
By using the Platform, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies and similar technologies, you should set your browser settings accordingly or not use the Platform.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.
We also use similar technologies such as pixel tags, web beacons, and local storage, which work in a similar way to cookies.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas, and remembering your preferences.
- Analytical/performance cookies: These cookies allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and see how visitors move around the Platform. This helps us improve the way the Platform works, for example, by ensuring that users are finding what they are looking for easily.
- Functionality cookies: These cookies are used to recognize you when you return to the Platform. This enables us to personalize our content for you, greet you by name, and remember your preferences.
- Targeting cookies: These cookies record your visit to the Platform, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed. We may use this information to make the Platform and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
The table below provides more information about the specific cookies we use on the Platform:
| Program | Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | session_id | Maintains your session and authentication status | Session |
| Essential | csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| Analytical | _ga | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
| Analytical | _gid | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 24 hours |
| Functionality | user_preferences | Remembers your preferences and settings | 1 year |
| Functionality | language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
| Targeting | _fbp | Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements | 3 months |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our Platform. These third parties may include analytics providers, social media networks, and advertising partners. These third parties may use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of the Platform and other websites.
We do not control these third-party cookies and their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use your information.
6. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Generally, you can also set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie, giving you the chance to decide whether to accept it.
The following links provide information on how to modify your browser's settings to block or delete cookies:
Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of the Platform.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Platform does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page, and if the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Ethiopian FCPs Network
Jimma, Ethiopia
Email: privacy@fcphub.org
Phone: +251 98 888 2233