Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 30, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how VibePass uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, VibePass) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by other parties are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality (e.g., payment processing).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons:
Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function. Without these, services like cart, checkout, login, and payment processing would not work.
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings, such as dark/light mode theme and language preferences.
Authentication Cookies: Keep you logged in as you navigate between pages, preventing repeated logins.
Security Cookies: Help detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access attempts.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., page views, click tracking, session duration). This helps us improve our platform.
Performance Cookies: Monitor website performance, identify errors, and optimize loading times.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| vibepass_session | Maintains your session while logged in | 2 hours |
| cart_items | Stores items in your shopping cart | 30 days |
| theme_preference | Remembers your dark/light mode selection | 1 year |
| XSRF-TOKEN | CSRF protection (security) | 2 hours |
| _ga (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid (Google Analytics) | Tracks user behavior | 24 hours |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
Paystack – Our payment processor uses cookies for fraud detection, transaction security, and session management. Paystack Cookie Policy
Google Analytics – Helps us analyze website traffic and user behavior (anonymized). Google's Cookie Policy
Google Fonts & Tailwind CDN – Used for typography and styling. These may collect anonymous usage data.
5. How Long Do Cookies Last?
Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire (or you delete them). The duration varies based on the cookie's purpose – from 2 hours to 2 years.
6. How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can modify your browser settings to:
- View which cookies are stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Receive a notification before a cookie is set
Instructions for popular browsers:
Important: Disabling essential cookies will prevent the website from functioning properly. You will not be able to add items to cart, checkout, or log in.
7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals websites that you do not wish to be tracked. Currently, we do not respond to DNT signals because there is no universal standard for interpreting them. However, we provide granular control over cookies via browser settings as described above.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us: