Last Updated: August 7, 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how TechNewsDigest (hereafter referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at https://technewsdigest.co.ke (“Website”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
If you have any questions about this policy, contact us at info@technewsdigest.co.ke or via mail at 96148 Shelly Beach Rd, Mombasa, Kenya.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, TechNewsDigest) are called “first-party cookies.” Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies.” Third-party cookies enable features or functionalities provided by third parties (e.g., analytics, advertising, social media integrations).
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for several reasons, including but not limited to:
- Essential Cookies: To operate our Website and provide core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas.
- Performance & Analytics Cookies: To understand how users interact with the Website, which helps us improve functionality and user experience.
- Functional Cookies: To remember your preferences and customize content accordingly.
- Advertising Cookies: To deliver personalized advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our ad campaigns.
- Social Media Cookies: To enable sharing of content via third-party social networking platforms.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for basic site functionality | Session cookies |
| Analytics | Helps analyze website usage | Google Analytics |
| Advertising | Used to deliver targeted ads | Google Ads, Facebook Pixel |
| Preferences | Remembers your settings and preferences | Language and region settings |
4. How Can You Control Cookies?
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through settings. You can configure your browser to reject cookies or alert you when cookies are being used.
- Consent Banners: When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can accept or customize your preferences directly from the banner.
- Do Not Track (DNT): Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. While we honor DNT settings, not all third-party tools may do so.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of our Website.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device for analytics, advertising, and other services. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
Some third-party cookies we use include (but are not limited to):
- Google Analytics
- Facebook Pixel
- YouTube Embeds
- Twitter Widgets
We do not control how these third parties use cookies. Please refer to their privacy and cookie policies for more information.
6. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: info@technewsdigest.co.ke
Website: https://technewsdigest.co.ke/contact
Address: 96148 Shelly Beach Rd, Mombasa, Kenya.