Cookie Policy
Last Updated: April 29, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how ChingezAutos ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal information.
By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.
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.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the way our website works.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website and deliver advertisements on and through the website.
These third parties may include:
- Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
5. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Performance | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
| _gid | Performance | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Performance | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
| theme | Functionality | Remembers your theme preference (light or dark) | 1 year |
| session_id | Essential | Manages user session | Session |
6. How to Control Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience, as it will no longer be personalized to you.
6.1 Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your web browser settings. Below are links to instructions for common browsers:
6.2 Opt-Out of Specific Cookies
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6.3 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
7. 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 with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to check this page periodically for any changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
ChingezAutos
Email: privacy@chingezautos.com
Phone: +234 123 456 7890
Address: 123 Innovation Drive, Lagos, Nigeria