Cookie Policy & Tracking Notice

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and local browser storage technologies are used on mycarsNg, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

Effective Date: January 01, 2026•Last Revised: October 2026

Compliant with NDPR & Global Privacy Standards

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files downloaded to your device when you visit a website. They allow the platform to recognize your browser, maintain active login state across page reloads, and remember your search preferences so you don't have to re-enter filters on every browse.

We also use browser localStorage and sessionStorage for fast client-side performance, such as caching saved cars and maintaining temporary draft listings.

Categories of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Always Active

Essential for core platform operations. These cookies enable secure JWT user authentication, CSRF token validation, Paystack checkout session tokens, and route protection.

Cookie / Storage Key	Purpose & Description
token / auth_token	Maintains your secure logged-in session
csrf_token	Guards against cross-site request forgery attacks
paystack_session	Tracks active inspection and plan payments

Functional & Preferences Cookies

Personalization

Enable personalized marketplace features, remember your selected district geolocation (e.g. Lekki Phase 1 vs Ikeja GRA), and synchronize your Saved Garage vehicles.

Cookie / Storage Key	Purpose & Description
carplug_saved_ids	Maintains your favorited vehicle list
preferred_district	Remembers your default showroom filter
demo_role_selection	Stores local developer demo role states

Performance & Analytics Cookies

Telemetry

Collect aggregated, non-identifying telemetry regarding search query volume, vehicle detail page load latency, and API responsiveness to help us optimize speed across 3G/4G/5G Nigerian networks.

Cookie / Storage Key	Purpose & Description
_pk_id / _telemetry	Anonymous page performance and error rates
bandwidth_tier	Optimizes image resolution for mobile data savers

Managing Your Cookie Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or notify you when a cookie is set:

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Third-party cookies.
Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection.
Mobile Browsers: Adjust privacy settings in Chrome Mobile or iOS Safari settings under "Block All Cookies".

Important Notice: If you disable strictly necessary cookies, key platform capabilities—including logging into your dashboard, saving vehicles, booking inspections, and paying via Paystack—may not function correctly.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or tracking technologies, please contact our compliance desk at privacy@mycars.ng.