Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 1, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our platform, and improve your experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
Nexus uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you logged in as you navigate the platform
- Security: To protect your account and detect suspicious activity
- Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with our platform
- Performance: To ensure the platform runs smoothly
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the platform to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site attacks | Session |
auth_token | Authentication token | 7 days |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
theme | Stores your theme preference (light/dark) | 1 year |
language | Stores your language preference | 1 year |
notification_prefs | Stores notification settings | 1 year |
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our platform by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics - throttle request rate | 1 minute |
3.4 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use our platform, like which pages you visit most often, helping us improve performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
perf_metrics | Measures page load times | Session |
error_log | Tracks errors for debugging | 7 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our platform are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies include:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and usage statistics
- Cloudflare: Security and performance optimization
- Authentication providers: If you sign in using Google, GitHub, etc.
5. Managing Cookies
You have control over how cookies are used. Here are your options:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
Note: Blocking all cookies may affect your experience on Nexus. Essential cookies are required for the platform to function properly.
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
5.3 Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies:
- Local Storage: Used to store preferences and data locally in your browser. Unlike cookies, this data is not sent to our servers with every request.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but cleared when you close your browser.
- Pixels/Beacons: Small images used to track email opens and page views.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@nexus.social
- Address: Nexus Privacy Team, Nairobi, Kenya