Cookie Preferences
We use cookies to keep you safe and improve your experience on Acefre.
Last updated: June 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place in your browser when you visit them. They help websites remember your preferences, keep you logged in between visits, and understand how you interact with the platform. Cookies do not contain viruses or harmful code — they are simple data files your browser stores locally.
Acefre uses cookies to provide a secure, personalised, and performant experience for students, runners, and admins across Nigerian campuses.
Cookie Categories
We group the cookies we use into four categories based on their purpose.
These cookies are required for the platform to function. They cannot be disabled.
- Authentication tokens — keep you securely logged in
- CSRF protection tokens — prevent cross-site request forgery attacks
- Session management — maintain your active session
- Security cookies — detect and prevent fraudulent activity
Help us understand how users interact with Acefre so we can improve it.
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Feature usage tracking
- Error reporting and crash diagnostics
Make Acefre faster and more reliable for you.
- Load time optimisation
- CDN routing — serve assets from servers closest to you
- Cache management — reduce repeat data fetching
We do not run targeted advertising or use marketing cookies.
Your Controls
You have several ways to manage your cookie experience:
- Browser settings:Most browsers let you view, clear, or block cookies in their privacy settings. Note that clearing essential cookies will log you out.
- Private browsing:Using your browser's incognito or private mode prevents cookies from being saved after you close the window.
- Data deletion:Email us at privacy@acefre.com to request deletion of your data, including any cookie-linked information we hold.
Your Consent
By using Acefre, you consent to our use of essential cookies — these are strictly necessary to provide the service. We do not use essential cookies for tracking or profiling.
For optional cookies (analytics and performance), we request explicit, informed consent separately. You will not be penalised for declining optional cookies.
How Long We Keep Cookies
| Type | Retention | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session or up to 30 days | Cleared when you log out or after inactivity |
| Analytics | Up to 12 months | Aggregated, anonymised after 30 days |
| Performance | Up to 6 months | Cleared when browser cache is cleared |
| Marketing | Not applicable | Not currently used |
Third-Party Cookies
Some features on Acefre involve third-party services that may set their own cookies. These third parties have independent privacy and cookie policies.
- Paystack — payment processing. Cookies are used to authenticate payment sessions and prevent fraud. See Paystack's Privacy Policy.
- Cloud providers — infrastructure and content delivery. These providers may set performance-related cookies at the network level. They do not receive your personal account data.
We carefully select third-party partners and require them to handle data responsibly. We do not share your personal information with third parties for advertising purposes.
How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
Every major browser provides cookie controls. Here is how to access them:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari (Mac)
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Safari (iPhone/iPad)
Settings → Safari → Advanced → Website Data
Android Chrome
Chrome menu → Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Clearing essential cookies from Acefre will log you out. You can log back in at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Policies
Cookie usage is part of our broader privacy and terms framework:
Questions about this policy? Email privacy@acefre.com.