This Cookies Policy explains how the Lorris Kassongo Foundation (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at https://fondationlorriskassongo.org (“Website”).
By continuing to browse or use our site, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time as outlined below.
For any questions or concerns, please visit our Contact Page.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly, enhance user experience, analyze performance, and deliver targeted content and advertisements.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the core functionality of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable features like page navigation, secure login, and shopping cart access.
Examples include:
- Session management
- Shopping cart persistence (e.g., through Printify integration)
- Security and fraud prevention
b. Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our site to remember choices you make (e.g., language preferences or region) to enhance functionality and personalization.
c. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our site by collecting information such as page visits, bounce rates, and user flows. This helps us improve site performance and usability.
We may use tools such as:
- Google Analytics
- Meta Pixel
- Printify analytics (when using Gears shop)
d. Advertising & Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by third-party advertising networks to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. They may also be used to track user browsing behavior across other websites.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services. This includes services like:
- Printify, which fulfills and ships orders for our Gears products (e.g., cookies for cart tracking, checkout sessions, or shipping preferences)
- Payment gateways like PayPal or Stripe
- Social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) that may embed content or buttons
These third parties may use cookies in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies. We do not control these cookies.
4. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be:
- Session Cookies – deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies – remain on your device for a specified time or until manually deleted
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or disable cookies at any time by modifying your browser settings. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our site.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
- Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027947
For opting out of interest-based advertising:
6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on the following legal grounds for processing cookies:
- Consent for non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics and marketing)
- Legitimate interest for essential operational cookies
A cookie banner or pop-up may appear on your first visit to obtain explicit consent.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or under the age required by your jurisdiction). If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal data via cookies, please reach out to us via our Contact Page.
8. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site constitutes your agreement to the revised policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Cookies Policy, please contact us through our official Contact Page.