Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your experience. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and session storage (collectively referred to as "cookies" in this policy).
2. How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
- Authentication tokens (JWT) — keeps you signed in securely
- Session management — maintains your login state across pages
- Security tokens — protects against cross-site request forgery
Functional Cookies
Enhance your experience with personalized features.
- User preferences (theme, language)
- Recently viewed items
- Search preferences and filters
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how you use our platform so we can improve it.
- Page visit counts and navigation patterns
- Feature usage and performance metrics
- Error reporting and crash analytics
3. Third-Party Services
Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use to operate Tekka:
- Cloudinary — hosts and delivers listing images via their CDN; may set performance-related cookies
- Firebase — provides authentication and push notification services; may set session cookies
These third-party services have their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review them.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all or certain cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Get notified when a cookie is being set
Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the website, such as signing in to your account.
5. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use your browser's local storage to store:
- Authentication tokens for persistent login
- User interface preferences
- Cached data for improved performance
You can clear local storage through your browser's developer tools or settings. Clearing local storage will sign you out and reset your preferences.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: contact@tekka.ug
Address: 14c, Ggaba Road, Bunga, Kampala, Uganda