Cookies Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how PitchGist (“we,” “our,” “us”) uses cookies and related technologies on pitchgist.ng (the “Site”). This document should be read alongside our Privacy Policy for a full understanding of how your data is handled.

We apply this Policy in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) and relevant data protection requirements.

1) What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. In addition to cookies, we may use similar tools such as local storage, tracking pixels, and SDKs. These technologies help the Site function properly, improve security, remember user preferences, analyze usage patterns, and support affiliate tracking.

2) Who We Are & Contact

PitchGist
142 Ahmadu Bello Way
Abuja
Nigeria

General: [email protected]
Privacy: [email protected]

3) How Cookies Are Used

Certain cookies and tracking tools used on the Site—such as analytics, affiliate tracking, and embedded social content—may be classified as tracking technologies. Where required, we provide clear notice and request your consent before enabling non-essential cookies.

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential & security: Required for Site operation, performance, and protection against abuse.
• Analytics: Help us understand how visitors interact with our content and improve user experience (e.g., Google Analytics 4).
• Affiliate tracking: Used to attribute commissions when users follow partner links and complete qualifying actions.
• Social media integration: Embedded content from platforms such as X (Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram may set cookies during use.

We do not rely heavily on programmatic advertising platforms such as Google AdSense.

4) Consent and Cookie Preferences

Where required by law, a cookie notice is presented to users. Your consent preferences may be stored for up to 12 months unless you clear your browser data earlier.

• You can manage or disable non-essential cookies at any time through your browser or available controls.
• Non-essential cookies will only be activated after consent where required.

5) Categories of Cookies

A. Essential & Security Cookies

Purpose: Ensure core functionality, performance, and protection against malicious activity.
Examples: session identifiers, load-balancing tools, security tokens, CDN cookies (e.g., Cloudflare).
Duration: Session-based up to 12 months.
Note: Disabling these may impact Site performance.

B. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

Provider: Google LLC (acting as a service provider).
Purpose: Measure usage and engagement to improve content and features.
Details: Event-based tracking with IP anonymization enabled.
Retention: Up to 14 months depending on settings.
Control: See Section 7 for opt-out options.

C. Affiliate Cookies

Purpose: Track referrals when users click partner links and complete qualifying actions.
Duration: Typically 24 hours to 12 months depending on partner rules.
Note: Affiliate partnerships do not influence editorial content.

D. Social Media Cookies

Purpose: Enable embedded content and interaction with social platforms.
Behavior: Cookies may be set when content loads or when users interact (e.g., sharing or liking).
Control: Managed via browser or platform privacy settings.
Duration: Varies by provider.

6) Changes to Cookie Use

As we update and improve the Site, cookie usage may change. Any significant updates will be reflected in this Policy, and current categories will be visible through available cookie settings tools.

7) Your Choices and Controls

• Cookie settings: You can review and update your preferences via available Site controls.
• Browser controls: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect functionality.
• Global Privacy Control (GPC): Where detected, we treat this as a request to limit non-essential tracking.
• Do Not Track (DNT): While not standardized, we aim to respect privacy signals where feasible.
• Third-party settings: Manage privacy preferences directly on platforms such as Google, Facebook, and X.

8) International Data Transfers

Some service providers (such as analytics tools, CDNs, and social platforms) may process data outside Nigeria. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

9) Updates to This Policy

This Cookie Policy may be revised periodically. Any updates will be reflected by changing the “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of the revised Policy. Where required, we will request renewed consent.

10) Contact

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 142 Ahmadu Bello Way, Abuja, Nigeria