Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

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

Ghana Realty Connect uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

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

• User authentication and account access
• Security and fraud prevention
• Session management
• Load balancing

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain until expiry or deletion).

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Navigation paths through the site
• Error messages encountered
• Device and browser information

Examples: Google Analytics, Cloudflare Analytics

Duration: Typically 2 years

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

• Remembering your preferences (language, currency, location)
• Saved searches and property favorites
• Chat and support features
• Form auto-fill information

Duration: 1-12 months

2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness:

• Displaying personalized property recommendations
• Retargeting advertisements on other websites
• Measuring ad campaign performance
• Social media integration

Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads

Duration: 1-24 months

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from trusted third parties that may set cookies on your device:

• Google Analytics: Website traffic and behavior analysis
• Cloudflare: Content delivery and security
• OpenAI: AI chatbot functionality (session data only)
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of information. We recommend reviewing their policies.

4. How to Manage Cookies

4.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

4.2 Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:

• Accept all cookies: Allows full website functionality
• Essential cookies only: Blocks non-essential cookies (may limit functionality)
• Custom preferences: Choose specific cookie categories

4.3 Opt-Out of Third-Party Tracking

You can opt out of third-party tracking:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising: NAI Opt-Out Tool

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to log in every time you visit
• Your preferences and saved items may not be remembered
• Some pages may not display correctly
• Personalized recommendations may not work

6. Detailed Cookie List

Below is a list of cookies we commonly use:

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

8. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@ghanarealtyconnect.com
• Website: https://ghanarealtyconnect.com
• Address: Ghana Realty Connect, Accra, Ghana