How CryptoBitPesa uses cookies and similar technologies to keep your session secure and the platform working.
Short version: We only use essential cookies required for the platform to function — login sessions and security tokens. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics that profile you across the web.
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device when you visit it. They are widely used to make websites work correctly, remember your preferences, and provide information to the website operator.
Cookies can be:
CryptoBitPesa uses cookies and browser storage for the following purposes:
We do not use cookies for advertising, behavioural tracking, or to build profiles for marketing purposes.
The following table describes the specific cookies placed by CryptoBitPesa:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | Essential | Supabase authentication token — keeps you logged in securely. | 1 hour (auto-refreshed) |
| sb-refresh-token | Essential | Refreshes your session automatically without requiring you to log in again. | 60 days |
| sb-auth-token | Essential | Maintains your authenticated session across page navigations. | Session |
| currency_pref | Functional | Remembers your selected display currency (e.g. USD, KES). | 30 days |
| lang_pref | Functional | Remembers your language preference (EN, SW, FR). | 30 days |
CryptoBitPesa integrates with the following third-party services that may set their own cookies or tokens:
We do not integrate with Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics, advertising networks, or any other third-party tracking services.
In addition to cookies, we use your browser's localStorage to store non-sensitive preference data such as your selected currency and sidebar state. This data:
You have the following options regarding cookies:
Essential authentication cookies cannot be disabled without losing access to your account. They are strictly necessary for the platform to function securely.
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Here's how in major browsers:
Note that clearing cookies will log you out of CryptoBitPesa and reset your saved preferences.
When you first visit CryptoBitPesa, you will see a cookie consent notice. This is what it looks like:
By clicking Accept or continuing to use the platform, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing your cookies in your browser settings.
We may update this Cookie Policy when we change the cookies we use or when legal requirements change. We will notify registered users of material changes. The effective date at the top of this page will be updated accordingly.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your rights under the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019, contact us:
CryptoBitPesa — Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@cryptobitpesa.com
Website: cryptobitpesa.com
Jurisdiction: Nairobi, Kenya