Cookie Policy for NFORSHIFU234 Dev

Effective Date: February 24, 2026

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

NFORSHIFU LOGICFORGE LTD (CAC-registered company in Nigeria, hereinafter “we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the NFORSHIFU234 Dev brand. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies, pixels, web beacons, local storage, and similar tracking technologies (collectively, “Cookies and Similar Technologies”) on our Services, including the website at https://nforshifu234dev.com and related platforms.

WishIT is a separate product with its own dedicated Cookie Policy at https://wish-it.app/legal/cookies, which supplements this one for WishIT-specific tracking. Refer to that for details on WishIT\'s cookie usage.

This Policy complies with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA), the General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID 2025), and relevant principles (e.g., lawfulness, transparency, data minimisation under Section 24 of the NDPA). By continuing to use our Services after seeing our cookie banner (or equivalent notice), you consent to non-essential Cookies where required. You can manage preferences at any time.

1. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone, tablet) by websites or apps. They help sites remember information about your visit (e.g., preferences, login state).

Similar technologies include:

Pixels/tags (embedded code tracking actions like page views).
Web beacons (tiny images logging opens/clicks).
Local/Session Storage (browser storage for data).

These technologies collect or store identifiers, usage data, or preferences.

2. Why We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use them to:

Enable essential site functions (e.g., navigation, security).
Analyse how users interact with the site (anonymised insights for improvements).
Remember preferences (e.g., theme, language).
Support marketing/engagement (e.g., targeted content via social integrations).

We do not use Cookies for solely automated decisions with legal/significant effects on you.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize Cookies as follows (with examples relevant to our site):

a. Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies

Purpose: Required for core functionality, security, network management, or accessibility.
Examples: Session management (keep you logged in), CSRF protection, basic navigation.
Duration: Session or short-term.
Consent: Not required (NDPA/GAID exempt necessary Cookies that do not process sensitive/financial/private data).
Can it be disabled?: No — disabling may break site functionality.

b. Functional / Preference Cookies

Purpose: Remember choices to improve experience (e.g., dark mode, language).
Examples: Preference storage for UI settings.
Duration: Persistent (months/years) or until cleared.
Consent: Required (opt-in via banner).
Can it be disabled?: Yes, via the consent tool or browser.

c. Performance / Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Collect anonymised/aggregated data on usage to improve performance and features.
Examples: Google Analytics or Vercel Analytics tracking page views, bounce rates, device info (IP anonymised where possible).
Duration: Varies (e.g., 2 years for GA).
Consent: Required (opt-in).
Can it be disabled?: Yes.

d. Marketing / Advertising Cookies

Purpose: Track engagement for personalised content or ads (e.g., via social platforms).
Examples: LinkedIn/X pixels for retargeting or measuring campaign effectiveness.
Duration: Varies.
Consent: Required (opt-in).
Can it be disabled?: Yes.

We primarily use first-party Cookies (set by us). Third-party Cookies (e.g., from analytics/social providers) are subject to those providers\' policies — see Section 5.

4. How We Obtain Consent

Cookie Banner / Consent Tool: On first visit (or when non-essential Cookies are needed), we display a clear, conspicuous banner. It explains Cookie types/purposes and offers granular choices: Accept All, Reject All, Customise (select categories).
Consent is: Freely given, specific, informed, unambiguous (affirmative action — no pre-ticked boxes, no implied from scrolling).
You can withdraw/change consent anytime via the banner (re-access link in footer) or browser settings. Withdrawal does not affect prior processing.
For essential Cookies: No consent needed (GAID Article 19 exemption).
Silence/inactivity does not equal consent.

If you reject non-essential Cookies, core site functions remain available.

5. Third-Party Cookies and Tracking

We partner with trusted providers that may set Cookies:

Analytics: Google Analytics, Vercel (usage stats).
Social/Integration: LinkedIn, X (engagement tracking).

These third parties process data per their policies (links provided in banner where possible). We require them to comply with NDPA standards via contracts.

6. Managing and Disabling Cookies

Our Consent Tool: Use the banner or footer link to manage preferences.
Browser Settings: Block/delete Cookies via browser (e.g., Chrome > Settings > Privacy > Cookies). Note: May impair functionality.
Do Not Track (DNT): We honour browser DNT signals where technically feasible (no tracking if enabled).
Global Privacy Controls (GPC): Recognised if set (opt-out of sales/sharing where applicable — though we do not sell data).

For mobile apps (if any): Check device settings.

7. Data Protection and Retention

Cookies involving personal data (e.g., identifiers) are processed per our Privacy Policy and NDPA.

Retention: Only as long as needed (e.g., session for essential; up to 2 years for analytics, anonymised longer).
Security: We use HTTPS, limit access, and require processors to secure data.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy for changes in technologies, practices, or law (e.g., NDPC updates). Significant changes: Notified via banner/email/site notice (at least 30 days where feasible). Continued use after notice = acceptance.

9. Contact Us

Questions about Cookies?

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/nforshifu234dev

X: x.com/nforshifu234dev

For WishIT-specific: [email protected] or https://wish-it.app/legal/cookies.