Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use cookies, how third-parties we may partner with may use cookies on the AgriConnect platform, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.

2. How We Use Cookies

When you use and access AgriConnect, we may place cookies files in your web browser. We use cookies for the following purposes:

• To enable certain functions of the platform
• To provide analytics and track usage patterns
• To store your preferences and settings
• To enhance your user experience
• To remember your login status
• To provide personalized content and recommendations

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our platform. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot disable these cookies.

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources, so we can measure and improve the performance of our platform. They help us understand which pages are most popular and how visitors navigate our site.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the platform to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

3.4 Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and so on. These include:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Social Media Platforms: To enable social sharing features
• Content Delivery Networks: To optimize content delivery
• Payment Processors: To facilitate secure transactions

Please note that AgriConnect has no access to or control over these third-party cookies. You should check the respective privacy policies of these third-party services for more information.

5. Your Cookie Choices

You have several options to manage cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Generally, you can also manage cookies by visiting your browser's help section.

5.2 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to choose which types of cookies to accept.

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

For advertising cookies, you can opt out through industry opt-out tools and advertising preference centers.

6. Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different lifespans:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
• Analytics Cookies: Typically expire after 2 years
• Preference Cookies: Usually expire after 1 year

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please re-visit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: