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This Cookie Policy explains how WPHOST ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website wphost.co.zw and related services. By continuing to use our site, you consent to the use of cookies as described herein.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites:
- Remember your preferences and login status
- Analyze how visitors use the site to improve performance
- Deliver personalized content and relevant advertisements
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
Similar technologies we may use include:
- Local Storage / Session Storage: Stores data in your browser for functionality
- Web Beacons / Pixel Tags: Tiny invisible images that track page views or email opens
- Device Fingerprinting: Collects device information for security and fraud prevention
2. Why We Use Cookies
Essential Operations
Enable core functionality: secure login, shopping cart, billing, and account management.
Performance & Analytics
Understand how visitors interact with our site to improve speed, usability, and content.
Personalization
Remember your language, region, and preferences for a tailored experience.
Marketing & Ads
Measure campaign effectiveness and show relevant offers (only with your consent).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Purpose: These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling in forms.
Examples: Authentication tokens, CSRF protection, shopping cart sessions, security flags.
Consent: Not required under Zimbabwean law or GDPR — these are exempt as they enable core services you explicitly request.
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve content, navigation, and performance.
Examples: Page views, time on site, bounce rate, traffic sources, device types.
Consent: Required for non-Zimbabwe users under GDPR/ePrivacy. Zimbabwe residents: We rely on legitimate interests, but you may opt out anytime.
Purpose: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preference, region, or UI settings.
Examples: Language selector, currency display, theme preference (light/dark mode), form autofill.
Consent: Recommended best practice. You may enable or disable these at any time.
Purpose: Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant ads, measure campaign performance, and limit ad frequency. These are set by us or our advertising partners.
Examples: Retargeting ads, conversion tracking, audience segmentation, affiliate attribution.
Consent: Explicit consent required under GDPR, ePrivacy, and best practices globally. Disabled by default until you opt in.
4. Detailed Cookie List
Below is a comprehensive list of cookies used on WPHOST, updated regularly. You can manage preferences anytime via our Cookie Consent Panel.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration | Manage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
WPHOST | Essential | Maintains user session state across page requests | Session | Required |
wphost_csrf |
WPHOST | Essential | Protects against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks | Session | Required |
auth_token |
WPHOST | Essential | Keeps you logged in securely between visits | 7 days | Required |
cart_items |
WPHOST | Essential | Stores items in your shopping cart during checkout | Session | Required |
_ga, _gid |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Distinguishes users and tracks session behavior anonymously | 2 years / 24 hours | Opt out |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Analytics | Throttles request rate to prevent overload | 1 minute | Opt out |
wphost_anon_id |
WPHOST | Analytics | Anonymous identifier for aggregated usage analysis | 13 months | Opt out |
wphost_lang |
WPHOST | Functional | Remembers your selected language preference | 1 year | Manage |
wphost_currency |
WPHOST | Functional | Stores your preferred currency display (USD/ZWL) | 1 year | Manage |
wphost_theme |
WPHOST | Functional | Remembers light/dark mode UI preference | 1 year | Manage |
_fbp, _ga_* |
Meta / Google | Marketing | Tracks ad conversions and builds audience segments | 90 days - 2 years | Opt out |
cf_clearance |
Cloudflare | Security | Verifies legitimate traffic and prevents bot abuse | Session | Required |
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to cookies set by WPHOST, some cookies are placed by trusted third-party services that help us operate and improve our platform:
We require all third-party partners to comply with applicable data protection laws and to use cookies only for the purposes we authorize.
6. How to Manage Cookies
Manage Cookies via Your Browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note: Blocking essential cookies may break site functionality.
- Click ⋮ (Menu) → Settings
- Go to Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Choose: Allow all, Block third-party, or Block all
- To delete existing cookies: See all site data → Search "wphost" → Remove
- Click (Menu) → Settings
- Go to Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Manage exceptions or clear data as needed
- Enable Enhanced Tracking Protection for automatic third-party blocking
- macOS: Safari → Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- iOS: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
- Toggle Prevent Cross-Site Tracking and Block All Cookies as preferred
- Clear history and data: Clear History and Website Data
- Click ⋯ (Menu) → Settings
- Go to Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
- Configure blocking preferences or clear specific site data
- Enable Tracking Prevention (Balanced/Strict) for enhanced privacy
More browser guides: AllAboutCookies.org
7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting no tracking. While WPHOST respects user privacy preferences, there is no universal standard for responding to DNT signals.
Our approach: When we detect a DNT signal, we:
- Disable non-essential analytics and marketing cookies by default
- Continue using essential cookies required for service delivery
- Honor your explicit cookie preferences if previously set
For maximum control, we recommend using the preference panel above instead of relying solely on DNT.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our cookie usage, technology, or legal requirements. When we do:
- We will post the revised version here with an updated "Last Updated" date
- For material changes affecting your consent, we will re-prompt via our cookie banner
- Continued use of WPHOST after changes take effect constitutes acceptance
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
Questions about cookies, tracking, or this policy? Our Privacy Team is here to help.
cookies@wphost.co.zw (Cookie-specific inquiries)
wphost.co.zw/cookie-policy
WPHOST Legal Department
Harare, Zimbabwe
+263 77 123 4567