Cookie Policy

Instant Device Solutions Ltd

Last Updated: March 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Instant Device Solutions Ltd (“Instant Device”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit instantdevice.co.ke.

By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and improve the user experience by remembering preferences and collecting usage information.

Cookies do not usually contain personally identifiable information but may be linked to other information we store about you.

2. How We Use Cookies

Instant Device uses cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly
  • Improve user experience and website performance
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze website traffic and visitor behavior
  • Support shopping cart and checkout functionality
  • Enhance website security

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve our services and content.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential

Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website.

Cookie IDPurposeDuration
wpconsent_preferencesThis cookie is used to store the user's cookie consent preferences.30 days

Comments

These cookies are needed for adding comments on this website.

Cookie IDPurposeDuration
comment_author_urlUsed to track the user across multiple sessions.Session
comment_authorUsed to track the user across multiple sessions.Session
comment_author_emailUsed to track the user across multiple sessions.Session

Login

These cookies are used for managing login functionality on this website.

Cookie IDPurposeDuration
wordpress_logged_inUsed to store logged-in users.Persistent
wordpress_secUsed to track the user across multiple sessions.15 days
wordpress_test_cookieUsed to determine if cookies are enabled.Session

Statistics

Statistics cookies collect information anonymously. This information helps us understand how visitors use our website.

Google Analytics

Google Analytics is a powerful tool that tracks and analyzes website traffic for informed marketing decisions.

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Cookie IDPurposeDuration
_gatUsed to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager1 minute
__utmcUsed only with old Urchin versions of Google Analytics and not with GA.js. Was used to distinguish between new sessions and visits at the end of a session.End of session (browser)
__utmzContains information about the traffic source or campaign that directed user to the website. The cookie is set when the GA.js javascript is loaded and updated when data is sent to the Google Anaytics server6 months after last activity
__utmvContains custom information set by the web developer via the _setCustomVar method in Google Analytics. This cookie is updated every time new data is sent to the Google Analytics server.2 years after last activity
__utmxUsed to determine whether a user is included in an A / B or Multivariate test.18 months
_gaID used to identify users2 years
_galiUsed by Google Analytics to determine which links on a page are being clicked30 seconds
_ga_ID used to identify users2 years
_gidID used to identify users for 24 hours after last activity24 hours
_gac_Contains information related to marketing campaigns of the user. These are shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when the Google Ads and Google Analytics accounts are linked together.90 days
__utmaID used to identify users and sessions2 years after last activity
__utmtUsed to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests10 minutes
__utmbUsed to distinguish new sessions and visits. This cookie is set when the GA.js javascript library is loaded and there is no existing __utmb cookie. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to the Google Analytics server.30 minutes after last activity

WooCommerce Sourcebuster

SourceBuster is used by WooCommerce for order attribution based on user source.

Cookie IDPurposeDuration
sbjs_sessionThe number of page views in this session and the current page path30 minutes
sbjs_udataInformation about the visitor’s user agent, such as IP, the browser, and the device typesession
sbjs_firstTraffic origin information for the visitor’s first visit to your store (only applicable if the visitor returns before the session expires)session
sbjs_currentTraffic origin information for the visitor’s current visit to your storesession
sbjs_first_addTimestamp, referring URL, and entry page for your visitor’s first visit to your store (only applicable if the visitor returns before the session expires)session
sbjs_current_addTimestamp, referring URL, and entry page for your visitor’s current visit to your storesession
sbjs_migrationsTechnical data to help with migrations between different versions of the tracking featuresession

4. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through browser settings.

You can typically:

  • Delete stored cookies
  • Block certain cookies
  • Set alerts when cookies are being used

However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website, including the shopping cart and checkout process.

5. Data Protection

Instant Device Solutions Ltd is committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly in accordance with the Kenya Data Protection Act.

For more details on how we handle personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website functionality.

The updated version will always be posted on this page with the latest revision date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Instant Device Solutions Ltd
Website: instantdevice.co.ke
Phone: +254 114 746 858
Email: info@instantdevice.co.ke