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COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: 23 November 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Awaken Tongues of Fire Foundation (ATOFF) (“the Foundation”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website www.atoff.org. It outlines what these technologies are, why we use them, and the rights and choices available to you.

Although ATOFF does not sell products or services and operates strictly as a Christian humanitarian non-profit, our website uses certain cookies to ensure proper functionality, support security, enhance user experience, and improve the relevance of the information we provide to the public.


  1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

    Cookies are small data files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They serve various purposes such as enabling essential functions, enhancing performance, and storing user preferences.

    • First-Party Cookies: Set directly by us.
    • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external service providers (e.g., analytics tools).

    Cookies may also be categorized as:

    • Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when your browser is closed.
    • Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

  2. WHAT IS A COOKIE POLICY?

    This Cookie Policy outlines:

    • The types of cookies and similar technologies used
    • Why we use them
    • Whether any personal information is collected
    • Your rights and controls regarding their use

    This ensures transparency and helps you make informed decisions about your data.


  3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

    a. Essential Website Cookies

    These cookies are strictly necessary for the functioning of our website. They enable secure access, basic navigation, and core operational features. Without them, the website cannot function properly.

    b. Performance and Functionality Cookies

    These cookies allow us to enhance user experience by enabling features such as video playback or interactive tools. Disabling them may reduce some functionality.

    c. Analytics and Customization Cookies

    These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They provide anonymized or aggregated data such as most visited pages or navigation patterns. This information is not used for advertising or commercial profiling.

    d. Social Networking Cookies

    These cookies allow sharing of content on social media platforms and enable embedded social feeds. They may be set by the platforms themselves.

    e. Unclassified Cookies

    Some cookies may still be under review if their purpose has not been fully determined. These are categorized once confirmed with our service partners.

    Important: ATOFF does not use advertising, marketing, or commercial tracking cookies.


  4. OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

    We may also use related technologies such as:

    • Web beacons
    • Clear GIFs
    • Tracking pixels

    These assist with analyzing visitor movement, verifying whether emails were opened, and improving website performance. They often work together with cookies.


  5. WHY WE USE COOKIES

    We use cookies and related technologies to:

    • Ensure proper website operation
    • Enhance security
    • Improve browsing experience
    • Understand user engagement
    • Support ministry and humanitarian communication

    We do not use cookies for:

    • Advertising
    • Commercial sales
    • Targeted marketing or profiling

  6. HOW YOU CAN CONTROL COOKIES

    You have the right to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Options include:

    • Cookie consent banner during your first visit
    • Browser settings to block or delete cookies

    Essential cookies cannot be disabled because they are required for the website to function. Disabling others may impact certain features.


  7. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

    We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect:

    • Changes in technologies
    • Legal and regulatory updates
    • Improvements to our website

    The date above indicates the most recent revision.


  8. CONTACT US

    For questions, requests, or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

    Email: info@atoff.org