Cookie Policy

Last updated: February 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, maintain your session, and improve your experience. Some cookies are essential for the Service to function, while others enhance functionality or provide analytics insights.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the Service to function. They enable:

  • Session authentication and user login
  • Form submission and data processing
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Basic website functionality

You cannot disable these cookies without affecting Service functionality.

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our Service:

  • Page load times and performance metrics
  • User navigation patterns
  • Error tracking and diagnostics
  • Service optimization data

These cookies do not identify you personally.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your user experience by remembering:

  • Your preferences and settings
  • Language and display preferences
  • Previous search history (with your consent)

2.4 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics platforms to understand Service usage:

  • Google Analytics (anonymized IP addresses)
  • User engagement metrics
  • Traffic sources and referrals

2.5 Marketing Cookies

With your consent, we may use cookies for:

  • Retargeting and personalized advertisements
  • Email marketing campaign tracking
  • Social media integration

You can opt-out of these cookies without affecting Service functionality.

3. Third-Party Cookies

The following third parties may set cookies on your device:

Payment Processors: Paystack and other payment providers set cookies for secure transaction processing.

Analytics Providers: Google Analytics tracks usage patterns to help us improve the Service.

Hosting Providers: Our hosting infrastructure may set performance and security cookies.

These third parties have their own cookie policies. We are not responsible for their practices.

4. Cookie Duration

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for durations ranging from 30 days to 2 years, depending on their function.

Authentication Cookies: Retained for the duration of your active session plus 30 days for fraud prevention.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Browser Controls: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Accept or reject all cookies
  • Accept only certain types of cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive warnings when sites attempt to set cookies

Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent the Service from functioning properly.

5.2 Cookie Consent Management: When you first visit our Service, you can choose which cookie categories to accept. You can change these preferences anytime through our cookie settings.

5.3 Do Not Track: If your browser sends a "Do Not Track" signal, we will limit cookie usage accordingly, though some essential cookies will remain.

6. Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use:

  • Web Beacons: Transparent pixels used to track page visits and email opens.
  • Local Storage: Browser storage similar to cookies, used for user preferences.
  • Log Files: Server-side tracking of IP addresses, access times, and referrer URLs.

7. Data Security with Cookies

7.1 Secure Transmission: Sensitive cookies are transmitted only over encrypted HTTPS connections.

7.2 No Sensitive Data: We do not store passwords, payment information, or highly sensitive data in cookies.

7.3 Regular Updates: We regularly review and update our cookie practices to maintain security standards.

8. Children and Cookies

Our Service is not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children. Parents who believe their child's information was collected should contact us immediately.

9. Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or prominent notification on the Service. Your continued use of LandSearch.ng constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

For questions about our cookie practices:

Email: privacy@landsearch.ng

Data Protection Officer: dpo@landsearch.ng