Cookies Policy
Last updated: June 04, 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how TechNova Insights ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
3.2. Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
3.3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the way our website works.
3.4. Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| session_id | Essential | Manages user sessions | Session |
| user_preferences | Preference | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 24 hours |
5. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website and deliver advertisements on and through the website.
5.1. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze the use of our website. Google Analytics generates statistical and other information about website use by means of cookies. The information generated relating to our website is used to create reports about the use of the website. Google will store and use this information. Google's privacy policy is available at: https://policies.google.com/privacy.
6. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser, and from version to version. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience.
6.1. How to Delete Cookies
Instructions for managing and deleting cookies in different browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
6.2. Our Cookie Consent Mechanism
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. By clicking "Accept," you consent to the use of all cookies as described in this policy. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update our Cookies Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:
TechNova Insights
55 Innovation Way
Cape Town, South Africa
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 21 555 0198