Last Updated: Tuesday 11th November 2025
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on https://kisumukulture.blogspot.com, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.
Cookies are not harmful and cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your computer.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for a variety of reasons, which are outlined below. Unfortunately, in most cases, there are no industry-standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to this site. It is recommended that you leave on all cookies if you are not sure whether you need them or not, in case they are used to provide a service that you use.
3. The Types of Cookies We Use
a) Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work.
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.
Example: We use Google Analytics cookies for this purpose.
c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly.
Example: A cookie that remembers your username for comment sections.
d) Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store direct personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
Example: We use Google AdSense cookies to serve ads based on your previous visits to our site or other websites.
4. How You Can Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
a) Using Our Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookies consent banner. You can use this banner to accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
b) Browser Settings
You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website though your access to some functionality and areas of our website may be restricted. The method for managing cookies varies from browser to browser. For more information, visit the help section of your browser:
c) Third-Party Opt-Outs
You can opt out of personalized advertising from many major ad networks:
- Google AdSense: You can manage your Google Ads Settings here.
- NAI & DAA: You can opt out of many third-party cookies used for interest-based advertising by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative or the Digital Advertising Alliance.
5. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business operations. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: kisumukulturemag@gmail.com