Cookies Policy
How Measurement Systems Limited Uses Cookies on This Website
This policy explains what cookies are, which cookies we use and how you can manage your preferences. We use cookies to make your browsing experience smooth and to understand how our website is used.
Measurement Systems Limited is headquartered in Kenya and operates through subsidiaries in Uganda, Rwanda and Malawi, supporting customers across the region under one coordinated group standard.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They allow the website to remember information about your visit — such as your preferred language, shopping cart contents or login status — making your next visit easier and the website more useful.
Cookies We Use
ESSENTIAL
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
- PHPSESSID — PHP session identifier. Maintains your session while browsing. Duration: session.
- csrf_token — Cross-site request forgery protection. Duration: session.
- cart — Shopping cart contents. Duration: 30 days.
- currency — Selected currency preference. Duration: 1 year.
PERFORMANCE
Performance Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use the website. All data is anonymised.
- _ga — Google Analytics visitor ID. Duration: 2 years.
- _gid — Google Analytics session. Duration: 24 hours.
- _gat — Google Analytics rate limiting. Duration: 1 minute.
FUNCTIONAL
Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences to provide a personalised experience.
- language — Stored language preference. Duration: 1 year.
- agree — Cookie consent acknowledgement. Duration: 1 year.
- user — Encrypted login token (if logged in). Duration: session.
MARKETING
Marketing Cookies (Opt-in)
Used for retargeting advertisements. Only activated if you consent.
- _fbp — Facebook retargeting pixel. Duration: 3 months.
- _gcl_au — Google Ads conversion tracking. Duration: 3 months.
Managing Your Preferences
You can manage cookie preferences in two ways:
- Cookie consent banner: When you first visit the site, a consent banner allows you to accept all cookies or manage categories individually.
- Browser settings: You can delete or block cookies via your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies will affect website functionality. Instructions for major browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Email sales@measurementsystems.org or use the consent preferences link in our website footer.