Cookie Policy

Last Updated: [DATE]

This Cookie Policy explains how Langovest Ltd. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our social networking platform (the “Platform”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our Platform. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our Platform.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for our Platform to function properly. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Purpose:

• User authentication and login
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic Platform functionality
• Session management
• Load balancing

Examples:

• langovest_session - Keeps you logged in
• csrf_token - Protects against security attacks
• load_balancer - Ensures Platform stability

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalized experience.

Purpose:

• Remember your language preference
• Save your display settings
• Remember your privacy choices
• Store your notification preferences

Examples:

• language_pref - Your chosen language
• theme_setting - Light/dark mode preference
• notification_settings - Your notification choices

3. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how you use our Platform so we can improve it.

Purpose:

• Track page views and user journeys
• Understand popular features
• Identify technical issues
• Measure Platform performance

Examples:

• _ga - Google Analytics identifier
• platform_analytics - Our internal analytics
• performance_metrics - Platform speed measurements

4. Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and measure advertising effectiveness.

Purpose:

• Show relevant content recommendations
• Measure effectiveness of our marketing
• Understand user interests
• Personalize your experience

Examples:

• marketing_pref - Your marketing preferences
• content_recommendations - Personalized content
• campaign_tracking - Marketing campaign effectiveness

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place their own cookies on your device:

Google Analytics:

• Helps us understand Platform usage
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Social Media Platforms:

• Enable social sharing features
• May track your activity across sites

Content Delivery Networks:

• Improve Platform speed and performance
• May use cookies for optimization

How Long Do Cookies Last?

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser

Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period:

• Essential cookies: Up to 1 year
• Functional cookies: Up to 2 years
• Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Up to 1 year

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Platform Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences on our Platform:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy
2. Click “Cookie Preferences”
3. Choose which types of cookies to allow
4. Save your preferences

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality.

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain tracking:

Google Analytics Opt-out:

• Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Industry Opt-out Pages:

• Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info/
• Network Advertising Initiative: http://optout.networkadvertising.org/

Mobile App Tracking

If you use our mobile app, we may use device identifiers and app analytics tools instead of cookies:

Device Identifiers:

• Apple IDFA (iOS devices)
• Google Advertising ID (Android devices)

Mobile Analytics:

• App usage statistics
• Crash reporting
• Performance monitoring

You can manage these through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
• Android: Settings > Privacy > Ads

Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We use cookies based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies where required by law
• Legitimate Interest: For analytics and Platform improvement
• Contract: For essential cookies needed to provide our service
• Legal Obligation: For security and fraud prevention

Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you may have rights regarding cookies:

• Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time
• Right to Information: Understand what cookies we use and why
• Right to Object: Opt out of certain types of tracking

Cookies and Children

Our Platform is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children.

International Transfers

Some of our cookie data may be processed by third-party services located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted with the updated date. We'll notify you of significant changes through our Platform or via email.

Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies:

• Email: privacy@langovest.com
• General Support: support@langovest.com
• Data Protection: dpo@langovest.com

Address: Langovest Ltd.
Lagos, Nigeria