Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 September 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website (the “Siteâ€). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
- We use essential cookies to make the Site work, and (where you consent) optional analytics and marketing cookies to improve your experience.
- You can control cookies at any time via our cookie banner or your browser settings.
- Some cookies are set by third parties. Where applicable, their privacy practices apply.
Contents
- What are cookies?
- Types of cookies we use
- Cookies on this Site
- Manage your preferences
- Legal basis & international transfers
- How long cookies last
- Changes to this Policy
- Contact us
1) What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be “first-party†(set by us) or “third-party†(set by others, such as analytics or advertising partners).
Technologies similar to cookies include pixels, tags, SDKs, and local storage. We refer to all of these collectively as “cookies†in this Policy.
2) Types of cookies we use
- Strictly Necessary These cookies are essential to provide the Site and its features (e.g., page navigation, security, preferences). The Site cannot function properly without them and they cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Performance / Analytics These help us understand how visitors use the Site so we can measure and improve performance. We only set these with your consent.
- Functional These enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering preferences. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
- Targeting / Advertising These may be set through our Site by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. We only use these with your consent.
3) Cookies on this Site
Tip: If you use a consent manager (e.g., CookieYes, OneTrust), you can configure it to auto-generate or embed the cookie table below.
Essential cookies (always active)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | This Site | Saves your cookie consent choices so we don’t ask every time. | First-party | 6—12 months |
| session_id | This Site | Maintains your session as you navigate pages (security & navigation). | First-party | Session |
Optional cookies (set only with your consent)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid, _gat | Google Analytics | Helps us understand how the Site is used (pages viewed, time on site, etc.). | Third-party | 24 hours — 2 years |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Delivers advertising and measures effectiveness across Meta platforms. | Third-party | 3 months |
| _tt_enable_cookie, _ttp | TikTok | Measures advertising effectiveness and audience insights. | Third-party | 13 months |
| _clck, _clsk | Microsoft Clarity | Session analytics and usability insights. | Third-party | 1 day — 1 year |
| _hjSessionUser_* | Hotjar | Helps us understand usage patterns and improve UX. | Third-party | 1 year |
Note: The exact cookies present depend on which tools are enabled. If a tool is disabled, its cookies will not be set.
4) Manage your preferences
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by selecting the “Cookie Settings†option in the banner when visiting the Site, or via the floating cookie icon if available.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Useful links:
5) Legal basis & international transfers
Where required by law (including the EU/UK GDPR and South Africa’s POPIA), we rely on your consent for setting non‒essential cookies. Essential cookies are used to provide the Site you request and are therefore processed on the basis of our legitimate interests or to perform a contract.
Some providers may process data outside your country of residence. Where applicable, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., standard contractual clauses or similar mechanisms required by law).
6) How long cookies last
Cookies have different lifespans. “Session†cookies expire when you close your browser. “Persistent†cookies remain for a set period or until you delete them. The duration for each cookie is listed in the tables above.
7) Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will take reasonable steps to notify you. The “Last updated†date shows when this Policy was last revised.
8) Contact us
If you have questions about this Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at curated@tamarapather.co.za.