Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how NigeriaNewsFeed ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://nigerianewsfeed.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing activity.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features like user authentication, security protection, and session management. You cannot opt out of essential cookies as the website would not work without them.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
| remember_token | Keeps you logged in between visits | 30 days |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| nnf_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior in an anonymized form. Analytics cookies are only loaded after you provide consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Advertising Cookies
If advertising is displayed on our website (e.g., via Google AdSense), third-party advertising partners may set cookies to serve relevant ads and measure their effectiveness. These cookies are only set after you provide consent.
| Provider | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Serves and personalizes advertisements | Google Ad Policy |
3. Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears at the bottom of the page. You can choose to:
- Accept — All cookies (essential, analytics, and advertising) will be enabled.
- Decline — Only essential cookies required for the website to function will be used. Analytics and advertising cookies will not be loaded.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
How to manage cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some content on our website may include embedded content from third parties (e.g., YouTube videos, social media widgets). These third parties may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend you review the privacy policies of these services.
5. Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)
In compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), we ensure that your personal data collected through cookies is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently. You have the right to access, rectify, or request deletion of your data.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through our Contact Page.