Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how 254rent ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform. By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

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 security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies.

• Authentication: Remember your login status
• Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Preferences: Remember your settings (e.g., dark mode, language)

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the performance of our Service.

• Analytics: Track page views, user behavior, and site performance
• Error Tracking: Identify and fix technical issues

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.

• User Preferences: Remember your search filters, favorite properties
• Localization: Remember your location and language preferences

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

• Advertising: Show relevant property ads
• Retargeting: Show ads based on your browsing history

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party cookies from trusted partners for analytics, advertising, and social media integration. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites.

Common third-party services we use include:

• Google Analytics (analytics)
• Social media platforms (sharing features)
• Payment processors (transaction security)

4. How to Control Cookies

4.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

Instructions for popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies

4.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time through your account settings or by clearing your browser cookies.

5. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies such as:

• Local Storage: Store data locally in your browser (e.g., theme preferences)
• Session Storage: Temporary storage for your current session
• Web Beacons: Small images used to track email opens and page views

6. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either "persistent" or "session" cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

The duration of persistent cookies varies. Essential cookies typically last for the duration of your session or up to one year. Analytics and advertising cookies may last longer.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@254rent.com
• Phone: +254 703 922 274
• Address: Nairobi, Kenya