1. Introduction

Welcome to Rastech.

This Cookie Policy explains how Rastech (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, mobile application, or use our services (collectively, the “Platform”).

By using our Platform, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You may manage or withdraw your consent at any time.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be:

• Session Cookies – deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies – remain on your device for a set period or until deleted

3. Why We Use Cookies

Rastech uses cookies to:

• Ensure the Platform functions correctly
• Enhance your browsing experience
• Remember your preferences (language, location, login details)
• Process transactions securely
• Analyze website performance and usage
• Personalize content, offers, and product recommendations
• Deliver relevant advertisements

4. Types of Cookies We Use

a. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the operation of our Platform. They enable core functions such as:

• Secure login
• Shopping cart functionality
• Payment processing
• Fraud prevention

Without these cookies, the Platform cannot function properly.

b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform by collecting anonymous data such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on the site
• Errors encountered

This helps us improve performance and user experience.

Examples: Google Analytics, internal analytics tools

c. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings, such as:

• Language selection
• Location
• Saved login details

They provide a more personalized experience.

d. Advertising & Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to:

• Show relevant ads based on your interests
• Measure ad performance
• Limit how often you see an ad

They may be set by third-party advertising partners.

e. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party services to place cookies on your device, including:

• Payment providers (e.g., Paystack, Flutterwave)
• Advertising platforms (Google Ads, Meta/Facebook)
• Social media integrations
• Analytics tools

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.

5. How You Can Manage Cookies

You have full control over how cookies are used.

a. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit Rastech, you can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences

b. Browser Settings

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform.

c. Opt-Out of Advertising Cookies

You can opt out of personalized ads through:

• Google Ads Settings
• Facebook Ad Preferences
• Your device settings

6. Data Protection & Privacy

Cookies may collect personal data such as:

• IP address
• Device information
• Browsing behavior

Rastech processes this data in accordance with:

• Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)
• Applicable international data protection laws

For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

7. Data Retention

Cookies are stored for varying durations depending on their purpose:

• Session cookies expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies remain until they expire or are deleted

We only retain cookie data as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in legal requirements
• Updates to our services
• Improvements in technology

We encourage you to review this page regularly.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us.