Last Updated: May 19, 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how BookDots.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, BookDots.com) are called “first-party cookies.” Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies.” Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics).
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not work without them.
Essential cookies include:
- Session cookies for managing user sessions
- Authentication cookies to identify logged-in users
- Security cookies to prevent fraudulent use
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
Performance cookies include:
- Google Analytics cookies to analyze user behavior
- Load balancing cookies to manage server traffic
- Error management cookies to help us improve the site
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
Functionality cookies include:
- Preference cookies to remember settings and customizations
- Language cookies to remember your language preference
- Location cookies to provide localized content
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
Targeting cookies include:
- Social media cookies for sharing content
- Remarketing cookies to show relevant advertisements
- Interest-based advertising cookies to display personalized promotions
Cookie Management
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Opting Out
You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info/
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://optout.networkadvertising.org/
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Because there is not yet a common understanding of how to interpret the DNT signal, our website does not currently respond to browser DNT signals.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Essential | Session |
| user_auth | Authentication status | Essential | 30 days |
| language_pref | Stores language preference | Functionality | 1 year |
| cart_items | Saves shopping cart contents | Functionality | 7 days |
| _ga | Google Analytics tracking | Performance | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics tracking | Performance | 24 hours |
| promo_shown | Records promotional popups shown | Targeting | 30 days |
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: contact@bookdots.com
Address: BookDots Digital Publishing Enterprise, 1A Olusesan Ishola Avenue Igando Alimosho Lagos