Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14 April 2026·OyaLinkup Ltd
1. Introduction
OyaLinkup Ltd (“OyaLinkup”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the OyaLinkup platform at oyalinkup.com.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use, and how you can control them. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which describes how we handle personal data more broadly.
By using OyaLinkup, you consent to the use of strictly necessary cookies as described in this policy. Where we use non-essential cookies, we will ask for your consent separately before setting them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be “session” cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or “persistent” cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Cookies set by the website you are visiting are called “first-party” cookies. Cookies set by other services embedded in the page are called “third-party” cookies.
3. Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the platform to function. Without them, features such as signing in, account security, and navigation would not work. They do not require your consent under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_token | Keeps you signed in while your session is active. Without this cookie you would be signed out every time you navigate to a new page. | Session |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks by verifying that form submissions originate from OyaLinkup. | Session |
| auth_state | Stores a temporary authentication state value during the sign-in flow. Deleted immediately after sign-in completes. | Session |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences to improve your experience. They are not strictly necessary but make the platform more convenient to use. We ask for your consent before setting these.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ui_preferences | Stores your display preferences (such as list or grid view) so your chosen layout is remembered between visits. | 1 year |
| location_context | Remembers your last selected ward or LGA context so discovery results are pre-filtered on your next visit. This is separate from your saved account location. | 30 days |
3.3 Third-Party Cookies
Some features on OyaLinkup are powered by third-party services that may set their own cookies. We have no control over those cookies. Each provider's own privacy and cookie documentation applies.
| Provider | Purpose | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudflare | Cloudflare acts as our CDN and DDoS protection layer. It may set cookies (such as __cf_bm) to distinguish legitimate traffic from bots and for traffic security purposes. | Cloudflare cookie documentation |
| Google Maps | We load the Google Maps JavaScript API (Places library) site-wide to support address search and location selection features. Google may set cookies associated with this. The Get Directions link on business profiles opens Google Maps in a new tab and is governed by Google's own policies. | Google cookie policy |
3.4 Analytics Cookies
We do not currently use analytics or advertising cookies. If we introduce analytics tools in the future, this policy will be updated and your consent will be sought before any such cookies are set.
4. Your Cookie Controls
You have several ways to manage cookies:
- Browser settings: All major browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies through their settings or preferences menu. Blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from signing in and using core features of the platform.
- Opt out of functional cookies: You can delete functional cookies at any time through your browser. Your preferences will be reset to default the next time you visit.
- Third-party opt-outs: To limit cookies set by Cloudflare or Google, refer to those providers' own documentation and opt-out mechanisms.
You can also manage your consent at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for oyalinkup.com or by using your browser's cookie settings.
5. Lawful Basis
Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA), our use of cookies is governed as follows:
- Strictly necessary cookies: processed on the basis of contract performance (§25(1)(b)(i)) since they are required to provide the service you have signed up for.
- Functional cookies: processed on the basis of consent (§25(1)(a)). You may withdraw consent at any time by clearing these cookies in your browser settings.
- Third-party security cookies (Cloudflare): processed on the basis of legitimate interests (§25(1)(b)(v)) in protecting the platform and its users from malicious traffic and fraud.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we introduce new technologies or third-party services. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. For material changes, we will notify you via email or an in-app notice.
7. Contact
For questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your data rights, contact us via our contact page.