Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy for pndsa.org.za

This Cookie Policy explains how pndsa.org.za uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on its website, which is focused on Evolutionary Psychology. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Cookies and Tracking Technologies Are Used

At pndsa.org.za, we utilize various types of cookies and tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These may include:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that remain on your device until you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
  • First-party Cookies: Cookies set by our website to improve user experience.
  • Third-party Cookies: Cookies set by external websites to enhance features such as analytics and advertising.

2. Purpose of Each Cookie

Cookies used on our website serve various purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functions of our website. Without these cookies, the website cannot perform properly.
  • Analytics Cookies: Used to collect information about how visitors use our site, helping us analyze usage patterns and improve our services.
  • Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and to limit the number of times you see an ad.

3. How Users Can Control or Opt-out of Cookies

Users have the ability to control the use of cookies in various ways:

  • You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies.
  • You can delete cookies already stored on your device.
  • Visit our cookie settings page for more options on managing your preferences.

Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

4. Third-party Cookies and Their Use

We may also allow third-party service providers to set cookies on your device. These third-party cookies serve various purposes:

  • Analytics Providers: These cookies help us understand visitor behavior and optimize our website.
  • Advertising Partners: They help deliver advertisements that are more relevant to your interests.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties to understand their cookie practices.

5. Data Retention and Security

The cookies we use may store your data for varying lengths of time, depending on the type of cookie:

  • Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies: Stored on your device for a specified duration, usually not exceeding 24 months.

We take appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, and destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is completely secure.

6. Updates to the Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

7. Contact Information for Cookie-related Inquiries

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +27 123 456 789
  • Address: 123 Evolution Street, Psychology City, ZA

Thank you for visiting pndsa.org.za and for taking the time to understand our Cookie Policy.