Cookie Policy
**Last Updated:** [DATE]
## 1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a
website. They help websites function properly, remember your
preferences, and provide analytics about how the site is used.
This Cookie Policy explains how Citichoice Host (operated by Citichoice
LLC and, for Nigeria-specific services, Citichoice Technology Ltd —
see our [Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy) for details) uses cookies
and similar technologies on `host.citichoice.co` and related domains.
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## 2. Types of Cookies We Use
### Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are required for the website and client area to function and
cannot be switched off. They include:
- Session and authentication cookies (to keep you logged into your
client area)
- Security cookies (e.g. CSRF protection tokens)
- Shopping cart / order process cookies
- Load balancing cookies
### Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences to improve your experience, such as:
- Language or currency preference
- Cookie consent preference itself
### Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve
it. [PLACEHOLDER: name the specific analytics tool(s) in use, e.g.
Google Analytics, Cloudflare Web Analytics, Plausible, etc., once
finalized.]
### Marketing / Advertising Cookies
[PLACEHOLDER: If Citichoice Host runs retargeting or advertising
campaigns using tracking pixels (e.g. Meta Pixel, Google Ads), list
them here. If none are currently in use, this section can state: "We
do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies."]
### Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, including:
- Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, Paystack) during checkout
- Live chat software, if enabled
- Content delivery / security network (Cloudflare)
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which
we encourage you to review.
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## 3. Cookie Consent
On your first visit, you will be shown a cookie consent banner allowing
you to accept or manage non-essential cookies before they are set.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent, as they are
essential for the site to function.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time via
[PLACEHOLDER: link to your cookie preference center / banner
re-open mechanism].
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## 4. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to our consent tool, you can manage or delete cookies
through your browser settings. Please note that blocking essential
cookies may affect your ability to log in or use certain features of
the client area.
- Chrome: [PLACEHOLDER link]
- Firefox: [PLACEHOLDER link]
- Safari: [PLACEHOLDER link]
- Edge: [PLACEHOLDER link]
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## 5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes
in the cookies and technologies we use. Any changes will be posted on
this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
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## 6. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact:
**Email:** [[email protected]]