Cookies Policy
We know nobody wakes up excited to read policy pages (except maybe lawyers). Still, it’s important you know how our website works, what you can expect from us, and what we expect from you.
These policies are here to:
- Keep us transparent and compliant (hello POPIA 👋).
- Protect your rights and personal information.
- Explain how we use third-party tools and services.
We’ve kept things as clear and simple as possible — but yes, some “serious bits” are unavoidable. By using our website, you’re agreeing to these policies. If something isn’t clear, just get in touch and we’ll happily explain in plain English.
Cookies Policy
Like most websites, we use cookies (sadly, not the chocolate-chip kind). This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have about them.
By using our Website, you agree to our use of cookies as described here.
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, phone, or tablet when you visit our Website. They help us remember your preferences, improve your browsing experience, and understand how people use our site.
Cookies don’t usually contain personal details, but information we collect through cookies may be linked to personal information you’ve shared with us. For more on how we protect your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
- The Cookies We Use
We use a mix of session cookies (which disappear when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which stick around until you delete them).
Here’s how they work for you:
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- Essential Cookies
- Type: Session
- Who sets them: Us
- Why: To keep the Website running smoothly (think logging in, staying logged in, preventing fraud). Without these, the site won’t work properly.
- Preference & Functionality Cookies
- Type: Persistent
- Who sets them: Us
- Why: To remember your choices (like login details or language preferences), so you don’t have to keep re-entering them.
- Performance & Analytics Cookies
- Type: Persistent
- Who sets them: Third parties (like Google Analytics)
- Why: To see how visitors use the site, which pages are most popular, and where we can improve. This data is aggregated and anonymous, but sometimes linked to a device ID.
- Social Media Cookies
- Type: Persistent
- Who sets them: Third parties (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Why: To make sharing content easier and to help us understand how our content performs across platforms.
- Essential Cookies
- Your Choices
You’re in control. You can:
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- Block cookies in your browser settings.
- Delete cookies already stored on your device.
Heads up: If you disable cookies, some parts of our Website may not work as expected (like logging in or saving preferences).
Need help managing cookies? Check the support pages for your browser:
- POPIA & Your Privacy
Because we’re South African and POPIA applies:
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- We only use cookies for lawful, transparent purposes.
- We don’t use cookies to collect sensitive personal information.
- You can request details of the information linked to cookies, correct it, or ask us to delete it.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. If the changes are big, we’ll let you know. By continuing to use our Website, you accept the updated policy.
- Contact Us
Questions about cookies (ours, not bakery ones)?
👉 https://www.electricpencil.co.za/contact/
That’s the end of the serious stuff 🎉. Thanks for sticking with us through the fine print — we know it’s not exactly edge-of-your-seat reading.
If you’ve got any questions, concerns, or just want something explained in plain English, we’re here to help. 👉 Contact us anytime
