Effective Date: June 3, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how FirstBy Retail Limited (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on Classiry Nigeria at https://classiry.ng. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
1. What Are Cookies
1.1 Definition
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our website. They contain information that is transferred to your device’s hard drive and help us recognize your browser and capture certain information.
1.2 Similar Technologies
We also use similar technologies including:
- Web beacons: Small graphic images that monitor user activity
- Pixel tags: Code snippets that collect information about your visit
- Local storage: Technology that stores data locally on your device
- Session storage: Temporary storage that expires when you close your browser
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:
Authentication Cookies
- Purpose: Keep you logged in during your session
- Duration: Session-based (deleted when browser closes)
- Examples: login_session, user_auth_token
Security Cookies
- Purpose: Protect against cross-site request forgery and other security threats
- Duration: Session-based
- Examples: csrf_token, security_check
Shopping Cart Cookies
- Purpose: Remember items in your cart and transaction details
- Duration: 30 days
- Examples: cart_items, transaction_id
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:
Language and Location Cookies
- Purpose: Remember your preferred language and location settings
- Duration: 12 months
- Examples: preferred_language, user_location
Display Preferences
- Purpose: Remember your viewing preferences and settings
- Duration: 6 months
- Examples: view_mode, listings_per_page
Search Preferences
- Purpose: Remember your search filters and sorting preferences
- Duration: 3 months
- Examples: search_filters, sort_preference
2.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:
Usage Analytics
- Purpose: Collect information about page visits, user behavior, and site performance
- Duration: 24 months
- Examples: _ga, _gid, session_analytics
Performance Monitoring
- Purpose: Monitor website performance and identify technical issues
- Duration: 12 months
- Examples: performance_metrics, error_tracking
A/B Testing
- Purpose: Test different versions of our website to improve user experience
- Duration: 6 months
- Examples: test_variant, experiment_group
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used for advertising and marketing purposes:
Advertising Cookies
- Purpose: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad effectiveness
- Duration: 12 months
- Examples: ad_preferences, campaign_tracking
Social Media Cookies
- Purpose: Enable social media sharing and track social media interactions
- Duration: 6 months
- Examples: social_share, fb_pixel
Remarketing Cookies
- Purpose: Show you relevant ads on other websites based on your browsing history
- Duration: 90 days
- Examples: remarketing_tag, conversion_tracking
3. Third-Party Cookies
3.1 Analytics Providers
Google Analytics
- Purpose: Website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking
- Duration: 24 months
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google Tag Manager
- Purpose: Manage tracking codes and marketing tags
- Duration: Various
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
3.2 Advertising Partners
Google Ads
- Purpose: Display targeted advertisements and measure campaign performance
- Duration: 12 months
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Facebook Pixel
- Purpose: Track conversions and create custom audiences for advertising
- Duration: 6 months
- Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
3.3 Social Media Platforms
- Purpose: Enable social sharing and login functionality
- Duration: 6 months
- Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
- Purpose: Enable social sharing and embedded content
- Duration: 6 months
- Privacy Policy: https://twitter.com/privacy
- Purpose: Enable WhatsApp sharing and contact features
- Duration: Session-based
- Privacy Policy: https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/privacy-policy
3.4 Payment Processors
Paystack
- Purpose: Process payments and prevent fraud
- Duration: 12 months
- Privacy Policy: https://paystack.com/privacy
Flutterwave
- Purpose: Process payments and transaction management
- Duration: 12 months
- Privacy Policy: https://flutterwave.com/privacy-policy
4. How We Use Cookies
4.1 Website Functionality
- Maintaining your login session
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Providing personalized content
- Enabling search and filtering features
- Managing your shopping cart and transactions
4.2 Performance Optimization
- Analyzing website traffic and usage patterns
- Identifying and fixing technical issues
- Optimizing page loading times
- Testing new features and improvements
4.3 Security and Fraud Prevention
- Protecting against unauthorized access
- Preventing cross-site request forgery attacks
- Detecting and preventing fraudulent activities
- Monitoring for suspicious behavior
4.4 Marketing and Advertising
- Delivering relevant advertisements
- Measuring ad campaign effectiveness
- Creating personalized marketing experiences
- Remarketing to previous visitors
5. Cookie Consent and Management
5.1 Consent Mechanism
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
- Learn more about our cookie practices
5.2 Managing Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer
- Accessing your account settings
- Using the cookie preference center
- Contacting us at [email protected]
5.3 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by:
- Updating your cookie preferences
- Deleting cookies from your browser
- Contacting our support team at [email protected]
6. Browser Cookie Controls
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
Google Chrome
- Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
Mozilla Firefox
- Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Customize your tracking protection settings
Safari
- Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Choose your cookie and tracking preferences
Microsoft Edge
- Go to Settings > Site Permissions > Cookies and Site Data
- Manage your cookie preferences
6.2 Mobile Browser Settings
iOS Safari
- Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
- Configure cookie and tracking settings
Android Chrome
- Open Chrome > Settings > Site Settings > Cookies
- Manage cookie permissions
6.3 Blocking Cookies
You can block cookies entirely, but this may:
- Prevent you from using certain website features
- Require you to re-enter information frequently
- Affect your browsing experience
- Prevent proper website functionality
7. Cookie Retention and Deletion
7.1 Automatic Deletion
Cookies are automatically deleted based on their expiration dates:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Deleted after their specified duration
- First-party cookies: Managed by our retention schedule
7.2 Manual Deletion
You can manually delete cookies by:
- Clearing your browser cache and cookies
- Using browser developer tools
- Deleting specific cookies through browser settings
- Using third-party privacy tools
7.3 Regular Cleanup
We recommend regularly clearing your cookies to:
- Protect your privacy
- Free up storage space
- Remove outdated tracking data
- Refresh your browsing experience
8. Impact of Disabling Cookies
8.1 Essential Functionality
Disabling essential cookies may result in:
- Inability to log in or maintain your session
- Loss of shopping cart contents
- Reduced security protection
- Broken website functionality
8.2 User Experience
Disabling functional cookies may cause:
- Loss of personalized settings
- Repeated language/location selection
- Inability to remember preferences
- Reduced website customization
8.3 Analytics and Improvements
Disabling analytics cookies may:
- Prevent us from improving our services
- Reduce our ability to fix technical issues
- Limit our understanding of user needs
- Affect website optimization efforts
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
9.1 Regular Reviews
We regularly review and update this Cookie Policy to ensure:
- Compliance with current laws and regulations
- Accuracy of information about our cookie practices
- Reflection of changes in our technology and services
- Incorporation of user feedback and industry best practices
9.2 Notification of Changes
We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the effective date at the top of this policy
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Displaying prominent notices on our website
- Updating our cookie consent banner
9.3 Continued Use
Continued use of our website after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.
10. Contact Information
10.1 Cookie Questions
For questions about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices:
- Email: [email protected]
- General inquiries: [email protected]
- Technical support: [email protected]
10.2 Privacy Concerns
If you have concerns about our cookie practices:
- Contact us first at [email protected]
- We will respond to your inquiry within 48 hours
- You may also contact relevant Nigerian authorities if issues remain unresolved
10.3 Opt-Out Resources
For additional opt-out options:
- Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
- Use browser privacy settings and extensions
- Contact individual advertising partners directly
Last Updated: June 3, 2025 FirstBy Retail Limited – Classiry Nigeria Website: https://classiry.ng