Cookie Policy
This policy complies with the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019 and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). UniZaar is operated by UniCorns, registered in Kenya.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our platform. They help us provide essential functionality, understand usage patterns, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience on UniZaar.
Cookie Categories
We categorize cookies into four types. You can manage your preferences at any time using the Cookie Preferences button in the footer.
Essential Cookies
Always active · Legal basis: Legitimate interest
Required for basic site functionality including page navigation, secure authentication (Cognito session tokens), CSRF protection, and session management. These cannot be disabled as the site would not function without them.
Analytics Cookies
Requires consent · Legal basis: Consent
Help us understand how visitors interact with UniZaar by collecting anonymous usage data. We use Google Analytics 4 to measure page views, user flows, and feature engagement. Data is anonymized and never sold.
Functional Cookies
Requires consent · Legal basis: Consent
Enable enhanced functionality and personalisation such as remembering your language preference, theme (dark/light mode), location settings, and recently viewed listings. Disabling these may reduce your experience quality.
Marketing Cookies
Requires consent · Legal basis: Consent
Used to deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness. These may be set by third-party advertising partners to build interest profiles. UniZaar does not currently use marketing cookies but reserves the right to introduce them with your explicit consent.
Your Rights
Under the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019 and GDPR, you have the right to:
- Withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your Cookie Preferences
- Request information about what data we hold about you
- Request erasure of your personal data
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) at datacommissioner@odpc.go.ke
- For EU residents: lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority
Consent Duration
Your cookie consent is stored for 6 months from the date you set your preferences. After expiry, you will be prompted again. You can change your preferences at any time using the button below or in the site footer.
Data Transfers
UniZaar uses AWS infrastructure (US-East-1 region). Where data is transferred outside Kenya, we ensure adequate protection through Standard Contractual Clauses approved by data protection authorities, in compliance with both the Kenya DPA 2019 and GDPR requirements for international data transfers.
Contact
For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your data rights, contact us at: privacy@unicorns.run