This Cookie Policy explains how Vectar Energy (“Vectar”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites and platforms, including the ecoWise digital platform.
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyse traffic, personalise content, and deliver secure services — in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable global data protection laws.
1. What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website.
- allow a website to remember your actions, preferences, or login session over time.
- We also use related technologies such as:
- Web beacons/pixels: small invisible graphics that track user actions (e.g. email opens)
- SDKs (Software Development Kits): used in our mobile and web applications to collect usage data
- Local storage: browser-based storage that saves data on your device for site functionality
These technologies help us secure our platform, deliver services, and understand how users interact with our content.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies we use as follows:
| Type | Description | Examples of Data Collected | Required for Site? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary / Essential | Enable core site features like security, network management, and user authentication. Cannot be switched off. | Session IDs, login tokens. | Yes |
| Functional | Remember your choices and preferences to personalize your experience. | Language settings, saved preferences. | Optional |
| Performance / Analytics | Collect anonymous statistics on how users interact with our site to help us improve performance and design. | Page views, clicks, time on page, browser type. | May be disclosed publicly |
| Targeting / Advertising | Track browsing habits to deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign performance. May be set by third parties. | Referring sites, user journey, engagement metrics. | Optional |
We do not use cookies to store sensitive personal data (like passwords or financial information).
3. Duration of Cookies
- Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
- We set cookies to expire no longer than 13 months from the date of your last visit, as required by law.
4. Third-Party Cookies
- Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages (for example: analytics providers, cloud platforms, embedded videos, or advertising networks).
- We have no direct control over third-party cookies. These third parties are responsible for their own cookie and privacy practices.
- We encourage you to review their privacy and cookie policies for details on how they use your data.
5. Your Consent and Choices
- When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will request your consent to place non-essential cookies (functional, analytics, targeting).
- You may accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences via our on-site "Cookie Settings" panel.
- You may withdraw your consent at any time through the Cookie Settings panel or by deleting cookies from your browser.
Browser Controls:
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Instructions are available from:
- Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome
- Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org
- Safari: support.apple.com/safari
- Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/edge
Note: Blocking some cookies may impact site functionality or performance.
6. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date, and where required by law, we will seek your renewed consent.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact: support@vectar.io