Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 28th July, 2026
Last Updated: 28th July, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Patrick Otuya Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website [Insert Website URL] (the “Site”).
By continuing to browse or use our Site, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or tablet when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide web analytics and insights to site owners.
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire once you close your web browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for essential site functions, performance analysis, and to enhance your navigation experience. Specifically, we use cookies to:
- Ensure core website features and security protocols function correctly.
- Understand how visitors navigate and interact with our content so we can improve site usability.
- Remember your settings and preferences during and between visits.
- Support secure donation processing and form submissions.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are crucial for basic website operation, allowing you to move around the site and use essential features like secure areas, forms, and donation processing. Without these cookies, services you request cannot be provided.
B. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous, aggregated information about how visitors use our Site—such as which pages are visited most often and if users encounter error messages. They do not collect personally identifiable information; the data is used strictly to improve site performance (e.g., via Google Analytics).
C. Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our Site to remember choices you make (such as preferred language or regional settings) and offer enhanced, personalized features.
D. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, third-party services integrated into our Site may set their own cookies. This includes:
- Embedded Content: Videos hosted on platforms like YouTube or Vimeo.
- Payment Gateways: Secure donation processors embedded on our site.
- Social Media Links: Features that allow sharing content directly to social networks.
We do not control third-party cookies. Please check the respective third party’s privacy and cookie policies for more information.
4. How to Control or Disable Cookies
You have the right to accept, refuse, or manage cookies at any time.
A. Browser Settings
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your settings to block cookies or notify you when a cookie is set. Note that disabling essential cookies may impact your ability to use certain features on our Site (such as submitting forms or processing donations).
Find out how to manage cookies on popular browsers:
B. Opting Out of Analytics
To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technical standards, site features, or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
Patrick Otuya Foundation
Email: info@patrickotuyafoundation.org
Phone: (+234) 808-591-6851
Address: Abuja, Nigeria