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Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

Effective Date: August 6, 2026

Last Updated: August 6, 2026

Service Provider: EasyCity Systems Ltd.

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how EasyCity Systems Ltd. ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on Zolar (the "Platform"). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

Please read this Cookie Policy carefully to understand how we use cookies and your choices regarding their use.

Compliance Framework

This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with:

  • GDPR (EU): Article 4(11) definition of cookies, consent requirements under Article 7
  • ePrivacy Directive (EU): Cookie consent and transparency requirements
  • NDPR (Nigeria): Data processing transparency and consent
  • POPIA (South Africa): Cookie consent and data protection
  • Cookie Laws: Various international cookie consent regulations

2. What Are Cookies?

2.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

2.2 How Cookies Work

When you visit our Platform, we may send one or more cookies to your device. Your device stores these cookies and sends them back to our server on subsequent visits. This allows us to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences.

2.3 Types of Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
  • First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by our Platform directly
  • Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by third-party services we use

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

  • User authentication and session management
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and server routing
  • Remembering your cookie preferences

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Platform by collecting anonymous information about:

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Features used and user flows
  • Device and browser information
  • Geographic location (country/region level)
  • Error reports and performance metrics

We use this information to improve the Platform's performance, usability, and content.

3.3 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your settings and preferences to provide a personalized experience:

  • Language preferences
  • Display settings and theme preferences
  • Location preferences for solar forecasting
  • Remembering your energy profile setup

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure marketing effectiveness:

  • Tracking ad impressions and clicks
  • Measuring conversion rates
  • Personalizing ad content based on your interests
  • Preventing ad fraud

4. Third-Party Cookies

4.1 Third-Party Services

We allow certain third-party services to set cookies on our Platform:

  • Analytics Services: Google Analytics, or similar analytics platforms
  • Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal, or other payment providers
  • Communication Services: Email service providers, SMS gateways
  • Weather Data Providers: Open-Meteo or other meteorological services

4.2 Third-Party Cookie Policies

Third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. We encourage you to review their policies:

  • Google Analytics: [Link to Google Privacy Policy]
  • Stripe: [Link to Stripe Privacy Policy]
  • Open-Meteo: [Link to Open-Meteo Terms]

4.3 Third-Party Control

We do not control third-party cookies. You can manage third-party cookies through your browser settings or by visiting the respective third-party websites.

5. Cookie Consent

5.1 Consent Mechanism

We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies through:

  • A cookie consent banner displayed on your first visit
  • Clear options to accept or decline cookie categories
  • Granular control over cookie types
  • Ability to change preferences at any time

5.2 Consent Recording

Your cookie preferences are recorded and stored. We will not set non-essential cookies until you have given your consent. Your consent is valid for:

  • 12 months from the date of consent, unless you withdraw consent earlier
  • The duration specified in your browser settings

5.3 Withdrawing Consent

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

  • Using our cookie preference management tool
  • Changing settings in your browser
  • Contacting us at privacy@easycitysystems.com.ng

6. Managing Cookies

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Clear cookies when closing your browser
  • Set exceptions for specific websites

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit:

  • Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
  • Firefox: firefox://preferences/privacy
  • Safari: Safari://Preferences/Privacy
  • Edge: edge://settings/cookies

6.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Platform:

  • Essential cookies: Platform may not function properly
  • Analytics cookies: We cannot improve the Platform based on usage data
  • Preference cookies: Your settings may not be remembered
  • Marketing cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

7. Cookie Duration

7.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies expire when you close your browser or after a period of inactivity (typically 24 hours).

7.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies have the following durations:

  • Authentication cookies: 30 days (or until you log out)
  • Preference cookies: 12 months
  • Analytics cookies: 24 months
  • Marketing cookies: 12 months
  • Consent cookies: 12 months

7.3 Cookie Renewal

Persistent cookies are renewed each time you visit the Platform, extending their duration from the date of renewal.

8. Do Not Track (DNT)

8.1 DNT Signals

Currently, our Platform does not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals sent by browsers. We respect user choices through our consent mechanism rather than DNT signals.

8.2 Future DNT Support

We are monitoring developments in DNT standards and may implement DNT support in the future if a consistent standard emerges.

9. Cookie Table

9.1 First-Party Cookies

The following first-party cookies are used on our Platform:

9.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are set by the services listed in Section 4.1. For detailed information about third-party cookies, please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies.

10. International Data Transfers

10.1 Cookie Data Transfers

Some cookies may transfer data to servers located outside your country. This includes:

  • Analytics cookies may send data to analytics service providers
  • Marketing cookies may send data to advertising networks
  • Weather data cookies may interact with international weather services

10.2 Adequate Protection

We ensure that international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

  • GDPR requirements for international transfers
  • Standard Contractual Clauses with third-party processors
  • Adequacy decisions where applicable

11. Children and Cookies

11.1 Age Restrictions

We do not knowingly target children under 18 with marketing cookies. Our Platform is not intended for children under 18.

11.2 Parental Control

Parents and guardians can control cookies through browser settings to protect children's privacy online.

12. Updates to This Policy

12.1 Policy Changes

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, technology, or legal requirements.

12.2 Notification

We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
  • Displaying a notice on the Platform
  • Emailing you if you have an account

12.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of the Platform after changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Jurisdiction-Specific Provisions

13.1 European Union

For EU users, we comply with the ePrivacy Directive and GDPR requirements:

  • Explicit consent for non-essential cookies
  • Clear and comprehensive cookie information
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time
  • Cookie consent banners that are not pre-ticked

13.2 United Kingdom

For UK users, we comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

13.3 Nigeria

For Nigerian users, we comply with NDPR requirements for data processing transparency and consent.

13.4 South Africa

For South African users, we comply with POPIA requirements for lawful processing and consent.

13.5 Kenya and Ghana

For Kenyan and Ghanaian users, we comply with respective data protection laws regarding consent and transparency.

14. Contact Information

14.1 Cookie Inquiries

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:

  • Email: privacy@easycitysystems.com.ng
  • Phone: [To be provided]
  • Address: EasyCity Systems Ltd., [Full Address to be provided]

14.2 Data Protection Officer

For data protection-related inquiries, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at:

  • Email: dpo@easycitysystems.com.ng

15. Related Policies

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our:

16. Acknowledgment

By using Zolar, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. You further acknowledge that this policy may be updated from time to time and that your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.