This Cookie Policy explains how Askifra.com ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve the user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies do not contain any personally identifiable information on their own, but they may be used in conjunction with other information to identify you.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.
- Session management cookies
- Security and authentication cookies
- WordPress core functionality cookies (e.g., comment author, login)
2. Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the performance and content of our website.
- Google Analytics: We may use Google Analytics to collect data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, device type, and general geographic location. Google Analytics uses cookies such as _ga, _gid, and _gat. This data is aggregated and anonymised.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your language preferences or region, to provide a more personalised experience.
- Language and region preferences
- Comment form data (name, email) for convenience
4. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
If we display advertisements through third-party advertising partners such as Google AdSense, those partners may set cookies on your device to deliver personalised or interest-based advertisements.
- Google AdSense: May use cookies to show ads based on your previous visits to our website and other websites.
- DoubleClick (Google): Used to track ad impressions and measure ad performance.
You can manage personalised advertising preferences at: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some pages on our website may include embedded content or links from third-party services. These third parties may set their own cookies, over which we have no control. Third-party services may include:
- YouTube (embedded videos)
- Social media sharing buttons (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X)
- Affiliate networks and tracking links
We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services you interact with.
Cookie Duration
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. Duration varies by cookie (e.g., Google Analytics _ga cookie lasts up to 2 years).
How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can control and manage cookies in the following ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Set your browser to alert you when cookies are set
For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit.
Your Consent
By continuing to use Askifra.com after being made aware of this Cookie Policy, you consent to the use of cookies as described. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or stop using our website.
GDPR & CCPA Compliance
If you are a resident of the European Union (EU) or California (USA), you have additional rights regarding your personal data and cookies:
- GDPR (EU residents): You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. Non-essential cookies require your prior consent.
- CCPA (California residents): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, to opt out of the sale of personal information, and to request deletion of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via our Contact page.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through the Contact page on Askifra.com.