Version: June 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Village Africa (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
It explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can control their use.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences and, where appropriate, collect information about how visitors use the site.
Some cookies are placed by us (first-party cookies) and others are placed by third-party services that appear on our website.
3. How we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the website and cannot be switched off through our cookie preferences.
Examples include:
| Cookie | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_test_cookie | Checks whether your browser accepts cookies | WordPress | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | Maintains login sessions for administrators | WordPress | Session |
| wpc_wpc | Maps our custom domain to the WordPress platform | WordPress.com | Session |
These cookies do not require your consent.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so that we can improve it.
These cookies will only be used if you choose to accept them.
Current analytics cookies include:
| Cookie | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| tk_ni | WordPress.com visitor statistics | Automattic | Approximately 6 months |
| tk_tc | WordPress.com visitor statistics | Automattic | Session |
Functional Cookies
If our website uses embedded content such as videos, maps or social media, those services may place cookies that remember your preferences or enable their features.
These cookies are only set with your consent where required.
Current providers may include:
- YouTube
Marketing Cookies
We do not currently use advertising or marketing cookies.
If this changes, this policy will be updated and such cookies will only be used with your consent.
4. Third-party services
Some pages on our website may include content or services provided by third parties.
These providers may set cookies independently of Village Africa.
Where applicable, please refer to their own privacy and cookie policies.
Examples include:
- WordPress.com / Automattic
- X (Twitter)
- YouTube
- Mailchimp
5. Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be asked whether you wish to accept optional cookies.
You may:
- Accept all cookies;
- Reject all optional cookies; or
- Choose your preferences by category.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the Cookie Settings link available on our website.
You can also delete or block cookies using your browser settings. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
6. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or the way we use cookies.
The latest version will always be available on this page.
7. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Village Africa
Email: info@villageafrica.org.uk
Website: https://villageafrica.org.uk/
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