This Cookie Policy explains how Sayar uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use our platforms. By continuing to use our services, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you interact with the site. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for the platform to function. Enable login sessions, security features, and basic navigation. | Session |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences such as language and dashboard layout. | 1 year |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. Data is anonymized. | 90 days |
| Security Cookies | Used to authenticate users, prevent fraud, and protect both you and Sayar from unauthorized access. | Session |
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep you logged in to your Sayar dashboard securely
- Remember your preferences and settings across sessions
- Understand which features are most used so we can improve them
- Detect and prevent security threats and unauthorized access
- Ensure our platform performs correctly across different devices and browsers
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our platform are set by trusted third-party services we use, including:
- Google Analytics: For anonymized website usage statistics
- Safaricom M-PESA: For secure payment processing
- Africa's Talking / Twilio: For SMS delivery confirmation
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies which govern their use of your data.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when cookies are set. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our platforms.
To manage cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated effective date.
Questions About Cookies?
Contact us at info@sayaradius.co.ke or call +254 115 490 743