Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how WHYWEARE (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy and applies to all visitors accessing our site from South Africa and elsewhere.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device when you visit. They allow the site to recognise your device, remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Cookies may be “session” cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or “persistent” cookies, which remain until they expire or are removed.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies: These are necessary for the website to function, enabling core features such as page navigation, security and access to secure areas. The site cannot work properly without them.
- Functional cookies: These remember choices you make, such as your language or region, to provide a more personalised experience.
- Analytics cookies: These help us understand how visitors use WHYWEARE by collecting anonymous information about pages visited and time spent, so we can improve our content and performance.
- Advertising cookies: These are used to deliver relevant advertising and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns, sometimes across other websites.
Managing Your Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies, or to be notified before one is set. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your experience as a reader.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties, such as analytics providers, social media platforms and advertising partners. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control these cookies and recommend you review the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant providers.
Consent Under POPIA
In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA), we process personal information collected through cookies lawfully and transparently. Where required, we ask for your consent before placing non-essential cookies, and you may withdraw that consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or cookie preferences. You also have the rights afforded to data subjects under POPIA in respect of personal information we hold.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how WHYWEARE uses cookies, please contact us through the details provided on our website. We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly and in accordance with South African law.