1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on a user's device when visiting a website.
They help websites remember user preferences, login details, and browsing behavior.
Cookies enable smoother navigation, personalized content, and improved functionality.
Session cookies are temporary and disappear after closing the browser.
Persistent cookies remain on the device for a specified period, enhancing site experience.
Some cookies are essential for website functionality, while others are used for analytics.
Third-party cookies may be used for marketing, advertising, and traffic analysis.
Users can manage cookie preferences via their browser settings.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for website operation, such as security authentication.
Performance Cookies: Help analyze site traffic and improve user experience.
Functionality Cookies: Store user preferences and settings for a more personalized experience.
Targeting Cookies: Used for advertising and marketing to deliver relevant content.
Third-Party Cookies: Placed by external services, such as analytics providers.
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that disappear after leaving the website.
ersistent Cookies: Stored for a defined period to maintain user preferences.
Tracking Cookies: Used to understand user interactions and optimize content delivery.
3. Why We Use Cookies
To enhance website security and authentication.
To track user activity and website performance metrics.
To personalize content and recommendations based on preferences.
To analyze traffic patterns and improve navigation.
To support marketing campaigns and relevant advertisements.
To remember user settings, such as language and region preferences.
To improve customer service by monitoring website functionality.
To ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
4. Third-Party Cookies & Analytics
We use Google Analytics to track and measure website usage.
Marketing partners may place tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
Social media platforms may collect data through embedded buttons or widgets.
Third-party service providers follow their own cookie policies.
These cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our content.
We do not control how third-party cookies are stored or managed.
Users should review third-party privacy policies for more information.
Third-party tracking cookies can be disabled through browser settings.
5. Managing Cookies
Users can enable, disable, or delete cookies through browser settings.
Most browsers provide options to block or limit third-party cookies.
Cookie settings can be customized based on personal preferences.
Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Browser extensions may help manage cookies more effectively.
Users may opt-out of targeted advertising through industry-supported programs.
Changes to cookie preferences will apply only to future website visits.
For further assistance, users can contact our support team.
6. Cookie Storage & Retention
Session cookies expire after the browsing session ends.
Persistent cookies remain stored for predefined durations.
Cookie retention periods vary based on type and purpose.
Marketing and analytics cookies may be stored longer for reporting purposes.
Users can manually clear stored cookies via browser settings.
Cookies automatically renew if the website is revisited.
Privacy settings within browsers allow for cookie expiration management.
Deleting cookies does not prevent future tracking unless settings are modified.
7. Consent & Opt-Out Options
Users are notified about cookie usage upon their first visit.
Consent is obtained before placing non-essential cookies.
Users may withdraw consent at any time through cookie settings.
Opting out of cookies may limit access to certain website features.
Preference settings are stored to respect user choices.
Some countries require explicit consent for cookie tracking.
Businesses operating in GDPR regions follow stricter opt-in policies.
User consent logs are maintained to comply with legal requirements.
8. Security & Data Protection
Cookies do not store sensitive personal information.
We take measures to secure cookie data from unauthorized access.
Encrypted cookies enhance security for authentication purposes.
Our website implements HTTPS to protect data exchanges.
We do not sell or misuse collected cookie data.
Privacy protection is ensured by following industry standards.
Cookies only collect non-personal identifiers unless users provide consent.
Third-party security policies apply to external cookies used on our site.
9. Policy Updates & Changes
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically.
Changes will be reflected on this page with a revised date.
Users should review this policy regularly for updates.
Major changes may be communicated via email or site notifications.
Compliance updates align with regulatory changes.
Continued site usage implies acceptance of the latest cookie policies.
Policy revisions ensure transparency in how cookies are managed.
Questions about updates can be directed to our support team.
10. Contact Information
For any inquiries regarding our Cookie Policy, contact us at:
VisionEdge AdvisoryNorthern
Parkway and Gold Reef Road, Johannesburg, 2001, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 173 359 0594