How We Use Cookies
Blue Kola uses cookies to provide you with a secure, personalized experience. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device when you visit them. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences and login status, making your experience more efficient and personalized.
Blue Kola uses cookies to keep you securely logged in, remember your theme preferences, and improve our platform based on how users interact with our services.
Required for the platform to function properly
bk_sessionEssentialAuthentication and secure session management
Stores your login session JWT token. This cookie allows you to stay logged in as you navigate between pages. Without this cookie, you would need to log in on every page.
bk_roleEssentialUser role identification
Identifies whether you are a Worker, Contractor, or Admin. This ensures you see the correct dashboard and navigation menu.
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for core platform functionality including login, session management, and role-based access control.
Enhance your experience by remembering your preferences
bk_ui_preferencesFunctionalUser interface preferences
Remembers your theme preference (Light/Dark/System), preferred view modes (grid/list), and sorting preferences.
bk_dismissed_bannersFunctionalBanner dismissal tracking
Remembers which informational banners you have dismissed so they don't reappear on every page visit.
bk_prompt_seenFunctional3-second prompt tracking
Tracks which promotional prompts have been shown to you to avoid showing the same prompt multiple times in a single day.
Help us understand how you use Blue Kola
bk_session_idAnalyticsSession analytics
Used to track user sessions for platform analytics, helping us understand how users interact with Blue Kola.
bk_last_activityAnalyticsSession activity tracking
Tracks the time of your last activity to help manage session timeouts and measure user engagement.
bk_return_visitorAnalyticsVisitor recognition
Helps us distinguish between new and returning visitors to improve our platform experience.
Services integrated with Blue Kola
PaystackThird-PartyPayment processing
Used for M-Pesa payment processing when you purchase Boost packages or ID verification.
Google AnalyticsThird-PartyPlatform analytics
Helps us understand how users find and use Blue Kola to improve our services.
These third-party services have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing them for more information.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Check your browser's help section for instructions.
- Clear Cookies: You can clear existing cookies at any time through your browser's privacy settings.
- Logout: Logging out of Blue Kola will clear your session cookie. You can log out from the navigation menu.
Your Privacy Rights
Under the Kenyan Data Protection Act (2019) and GDPR, you have the right to:
- Know what personal data we collect about you
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing of your data
- Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us.
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader Privacy Policy. By using Blue Kola, you consent to our use of cookies as described.
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