Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 3, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how RENation ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and services.
This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They enable the website to remember your actions and preferences over time.

3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
Purpose: Enable basic website functionality
Examples:

• Session management

• Security features

• Load balancing

• Authentication

Duration: Session or persistent
Can be disabled: No (required for site operation)

3.2 Performance Cookies
Purpose: Collect information about how visitors use our website
Examples:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Error messages encountered

• Traffic sources

• Investment page views

Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
Third-party providers:

• Google Analytics

• [Other analytics providers]

3.3 Functionality Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences and settings
Examples:

• Language preferences

• Display settings

• Login information

• Shareholder dashboard settings

Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes (may affect user experience)

3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
Purpose: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
Examples:

• Investment opportunity personalization

• Frequency capping

• Campaign measurement

• Afghan diaspora targeting

Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
Third-party providers:

• Google Ads

• Facebook Ads

• LinkedIn Ads

• [Other advertising platforms]

4. Similar Technologies
4.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails to track user behavior and measure campaign effectiveness, particularly for investment recruitment and shareholder communications.

4.2 Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally on your device for improved performance and functionality.

4.3 Session Storage
Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser.

5. Third-Party Cookies
We use third-party services that may set cookies on your device:
Analytics:

• Google Analytics (tracking website usage and investment funnel)

• [Other analytics services]

Social Media:

• LinkedIn (social sharing and diaspora networking)

• Twitter/X (social sharing)

• Facebook (Afghan community engagement)

Advertising:

• Google Ads (targeted investment opportunity advertising)

• Facebook Campaign Manager (Afghan diaspora targeting)

• LinkedIn Campaign Manager (professional Afghan network advertising)

Content Delivery:

• Video hosting platforms (embedded factory tours and impact videos)

• Document hosting services

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing them.

6. How We Use Cookies
Website Functionality:

• Maintaining your session as you navigate

• Remembering login credentials for shareholder dashboard

• Preserving investment inquiry forms

• Enabling security features

Analytics and Improvement:

• Understanding investor behavior and preferences

• Identifying popular content and factory projects

• Detecting technical issues

• Improving website performance and investment process

Personalization:

• Remembering your preferences

• Customizing content based on Afghan diaspora interests

• Providing relevant investment opportunities

• Enhancing shareholder experience

Marketing:

• Delivering targeted investment opportunity advertisements

• Measuring recruitment campaign effectiveness

• Retargeting website visitors interested in shares

• A/B testing different investment messaging

7. Your Cookie Choices
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies

• Reject non-essential cookies

• Customize your preferences

7.2 Cookie Preference Center
Access our Cookie Preference Center at any time to:

• View detailed information about cookies we use

• Enable or disable specific cookie categories

• Update your preferences
  
  7.3 Browser Settings

• You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

• To disable all cookies: Adjust your browser settings to reject all cookies. Note that this may limit website functionality.
  
  7.4 Third-Party Opt-Outs

• Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

• Advertising:

• Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org

• Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info

• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu
  
  8. Mobile Devices

• Mobile devices may use advertising identifiers instead of cookies. You can control these through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track (disable)
  Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
  
  9. Do Not Track Signals

• Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. Our website does not respond to DNT signals, but you can control cookies through other methods described in this policy.
  
  10. International Users

• Cookies may transfer your data to Canada and other countries where our service providers operate. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

• EU/EEA Users: We comply with GDPR requirements for cookie consent and data transfers.
  
  11. Cookie Lifespan

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (specified in cookie details) or until manually deleted
  
  12. Updates to Cookie Policy

• We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Updates will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date.
  
  13. Contact Us

• For questions about cookies or this Cookie Policy:

• RENation
  Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  Email: renation.org@gmail.com
  Website: renation.org