Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

This policy explains how AfterDarkAfrica uses cookies and similar technologies.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

• Session management (keeping you logged in)
• Security (preventing fraud and abuse)
• Age verification (age_verified cookie, expires after 1 year)

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function. They cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

• Understanding how visitors use the site
• Identifying popular content
• Improving Platform performance

Advertising Cookies

• Displaying relevant advertisements
• Measuring ad effectiveness
• Frequency capping (limiting how often you see the same ad)

These cookies are set by our advertising partners and may track your browsing across other websites.

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to store an anonymous identifier. This allows us to track your likes and video views even when you're not logged in. You can clear this data through your browser settings.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies (may break site functionality)
• Block third-party cookies only (limits ad tracking)
• Clear cookies periodically

Most browsers accept cookies by default. Refer to your browser's help section for instructions on managing cookies.

Third-Party Partners

Our advertising partners may include:

• Ad networks and exchanges
• Analytics providers

These partners have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies.

Contact

For questions about our cookie practices: [email protected]