Afrostylicity Media LLC
afrostylicity.com
Last Updated: March 18, 2026
1.Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Afrostylicity Media LLC (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on afrostylicity.com (the “Site”).
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy. By continuing to use the Site, you acknowledge this policy. Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and provide insight into how visitors interact with the site. We also use related tracking technologies, including:
- Pixels — tiny invisible images embedded in pages or emails that signal when content has been loaded or interacted with
- Local storage — a browser-based mechanism used to store data on your device, similar to cookies but without expiry dates
- Device identifiers — unique identifiers associated with your mobile device used for analytics and advertising purposes
3. Who Sets Cookies on This Site?
Cookies on afrostylicity.com are placed by two types of parties:
First-party cookies: Set directly by Afrostylicity Media LLC for essential functionality and site preferences.
Third-party cookies: Set by external service providers we use to deliver analytics, advertising, accessibility tools, and embedded content. We do not control the placement or behavior of third-party cookies. Their use is governed by the respective providers’ privacy policies.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the Site to function and cannot be disabled. They do not require your consent. Purposes include:
- Maintaining session state and navigation
- Preventing fraud and ensuring site security
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences via our WP Consent consent management tool
- Enabling accessibility features delivered through the Webability plugin
Duration: Session cookies and short-duration persistent cookies.
Legal basis: Necessary to provide the services you request.
4.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site so we can improve functionality and content. These cookies require your consent in jurisdictions where consent is legally required.
Provider: Google Analytics. Information collected may include:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring websites and traffic sources
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Approximate geographic location (city or country level)
- User interactions such as clicks and scroll depth
- Duration: Varies depending on the specific cookie set by Google Analytics (typically 2 years for the primary measurement cookie).
Opt-out options:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Use our cookie consent banner to withdraw or manage analytics consent
4.3 Advertising and Marketing Cookies
Advertising cookies help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns and deliver relevant ads to users who have visited the Site. These cookies require your consent where legally required.
4.4 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember your preferences to enhance your experience on the Site. These cookies are not strictly necessary but improve usability.
Purposes include:
• Remembering language or regional display preferences
• Saving user-selected accessibility settings
• Personalizing content based on prior interactions
Duration: Varies; typically short- to medium-term persistence.
4.5 Embedded Content Cookies
The Site contains embedded content from third-party platforms, including YouTube videos and social media feeds. When you interact with this embedded content, those providers may set their own cookies on your device.
These providers include:
• YouTube (Google LLC) — embedded video players may set advertising and analytics cookies even if you do not play the video
• Social media platforms — embedded posts or share buttons from platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest may set tracking cookies
We do not control the cookies set by embedded content providers. Please refer to each provider’s own cookie and privacy policies for full details.
Affiliate Links and Third-Party Tracking
The Site contains affiliate links to third-party retailers and platforms. When you click an affiliate link, the destination website may set its own cookies on your device to track referrals and commissions. These cookies are outside our control and are governed by the respective third-party’s policies.
We may receive a commission if you make a purchase through an affiliate link. This does not affect the price you pay.
How We Manage Your Consent
We use WP Consent, a cookie consent management tool, to display a consent banner when you first visit the Site. Through this banner, you can:
• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Manage individual cookie category preferences (if Toggle Services is enabled)
Your consent preferences are stored and respected on subsequent visits. You can update your preferences at any time using the consent management button on the Site.
Essential cookies are placed without consent as they are strictly necessary for the Site to operate.
Please note: If you have a browser-level ad blocker or privacy extension active, it may block the consent banner or tracking scripts independently of your preferences set through our consent tool.
Managing Cookies via Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and control cookies through their settings. Common browser paths:
• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
Please be aware that blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of the Site from functioning correctly.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as no consistent industry standard exists for interpreting them. We encourage you to use our cookie consent banner or browser settings to manage your preferences directly.
Mobile Device Identifiers
If you access the Site on a mobile device, we or our third-party partners may use device identifiers or mobile advertising IDs (such as Apple’s IDFA or Google’s GAID) for analytics and advertising purposes, subject to applicable consent.
You can limit mobile tracking through your device settings:
• iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking
• Android: Settings → Privacy → Ads
International Visitors and Legal Bases
Afrostylicity.com is accessible to a global audience. Depending on your location, different legal frameworks may apply to our use of cookies:
European Union / UK (GDPR / UK GDPR): We rely on consent for non-essential cookies. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior use.
United States — California (CCPA / CPRA): You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, including data collected through advertising cookies. See Section 4.3 for opt-out options.
Other jurisdictions: We aim to comply with applicable local cookie and privacy laws globally. If you have questions about your rights in your location, please contact us.
Cookie Duration
Cookies used on the Site may be:
• Session cookies — deleted automatically when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies — stored on your device for a defined period set by the provider
Specific durations vary by provider and cookie type. You can view and clear cookies stored by the Site at any time through your browser settings.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after an update constitutes acknowledgment of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
Afrostylicity Media LLC
Email: support@afrostylicity.com
Website: afrostylicity.com
For broader privacy questions, please review our Privacy Policy.