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Cookies Policy

Last updated: August 26,2025

Cookies Policy for South Ethiopia Innovation and Technology Bureau

At South Ethiopia Innovation and Technology Bureau (“SEITB”, “we”, “our”, “us”), we respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use your information. This Cookies Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website [insert URL] (the “Site”). By using the Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone, etc.) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites recognize your device, remember your preferences, and provide you with a better user experience.

There are different types of cookies, and each serves a specific purpose. Cookies can be either first-party (set by the website you are visiting) or third-party (set by a third party, such as advertisers or analytics providers).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on the Site:

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation of the Site. They enable core functionalities, such as:

• Logging in to your account.
• Navigating between pages.
• Securing the Site.

Without these cookies, some parts of the Site may not work properly. These cookies do not require consent because they are strictly necessary for providing the services you request.

b) Performance Cookies (Analytics Cookies)

Performance cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site, such as which pages are visited most frequently, how users navigate the Site, and if they receive error messages from web pages. This information helps us improve the performance of the Site.

We use third-party tools like Google Analytics to gather data about your use of the Site. These tools may use cookies to collect information such as:

• Number of visitors to the Site.
• Duration of each visit.
• Pages visited.
• Source of traffic (where visitors came from).

The data collected is aggregated and anonymized, so it cannot be linked back to a specific individual.

c) Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide personalized features. These cookies improve your experience by providing customized content, such as:

• Remembering your login credentials (if you choose “Remember Me”).
• Showing content in the language you prefer.
• Storing your preferences for future visits.

d) Advertising/Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to track your browsing activities across different websites. They help us and our advertising partners show you more relevant advertisements based on your interests. These cookies may:

• Show you advertisements related to the Site when you browse other websites.
• Limit the number of times you see the same ad.
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

We use third-party advertisers such as Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and other ad networks to deliver these types of cookies.

e) Social Media Cookies

We may include social media buttons (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) on the Site. These buttons allow you to share content from the Site directly with your social networks. These third-party social media platforms may place cookies to track your activity on their networks, even when you are not logged in.

These cookies help us understand how you interact with social media features on the Site and allow social media platforms to personalize content or advertisements shown to you.

3. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to:

• Enhance User Experience: Cookies allow the Site to remember your preferences and improve overall user experience.
• Analyze and Improve the Site: Performance cookies help us analyze how visitors interact with the Site and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide Personalization: Functional cookies enable us to offer personalized content and settings, so your experience is tailored to your preferences.
• Show Relevant Ads: Advertising cookies help us deliver targeted ads to you based on your browsing behavior.
• Social Sharing and Interaction: Social media cookies enable you to interact with content and share it on your social platforms.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the option to control and manage your cookie settings. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time by adjusting your preferences through the Cookie Consent Banner or your browser settings.

Cookie Consent Banner:

When you first visit our Site, we display a cookie consent banner that provides you with the option to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can choose to:

• Accept All Cookies: By accepting all cookies, you allow us to use all the cookies described in this policy.
• Reject Non-Essential Cookies: You can choose to reject all cookies except essential cookies. In this case, we may not be able to provide you with certain features of the Site.
• Customize Settings: You can manage which types of cookies you accept or reject by selecting the “Customize Settings” option in the cookie consent banner.

Browser Settings:

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• Block or delete cookies: You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings, but please note that this may affect the functionality of the Site.
• Set preferences: You can set preferences to block certain types of cookies or be notified when cookies are being used.

For more information on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, visit the browser’s help or support page.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services, such as analytics or advertising networks, that set cookies on your device. These third parties may collect information about your browsing behavior and use that information to deliver more relevant ads to you across various websites.

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect data on how visitors interact with the Site. Google may use cookies to analyze your behavior and provide reports on website usage. You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Advertising Networks: Third-party advertising networks like Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, or LinkedIn may also use cookies to deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests.

We do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers.

6. Security of Cookies

We take reasonable steps to protect the security of the cookies and data we collect through them. However, please be aware that no method of transmitting or storing data is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of any data transmitted via cookies or other technologies.

7. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are using cookies and how you can manage your preferences.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or your cookie preferences, please contact us at:

South Ethiopia Innovation and Technology Bureau
Konso Karat south Ethiopia
asaminewy2023@gmail.com
+251920001236