Effective Date: 2025
Last Updated: 2025
Company: Ayoba Africa PCS (Pty) Ltd
Website: [https://www.ayobaafrica.com]
Contact: zelda@ayobaafrica.com
1. Introduction
At Ayoba Africa PCS, your privacy matters to us. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website — and how you can control your preferences.
We use cookies to improve your experience, deliver relevant content, and ensure secure and efficient site functionality. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, improve site performance, and provide analytical data.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies (set by Ayoba Africa PCS)
- Third-party cookies (set by external services we use)
Some expire when you close your browser (session cookies), while others stay on your device for longer (persistent cookies).
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several key reasons:
a. Essential Cookies
These are necessary for the website to function. They allow basic features like navigation, form submissions, cart management, and secure logins.
Examples: WooCommerce cart/session cookies, login authentication
b. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We use them to monitor performance, improve functionality, and make sure the site works as expected.
Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid), Hotjar (optional)
c. Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences (like region or language) and enhance your experience by providing personalized features.
Examples: Remembered login, saved cart items
d. Marketing & Targeting Cookies
These are set by us and our advertising partners to show relevant ads, track conversions, and measure ad performance.
Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, Pinterest Conversion Tags
4. Cookies in Use
We may use cookies and similar tools from the following services:
- Google Analytics & Google Ads
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel
- Pinterest for WooCommerce
- YouTube/Vimeo embeds
- Mailchimp (if used for newsletter pop-ups)
- SureForms (for quote or contact forms)
- WooCommerce Extensions
Each third party has its own privacy and cookie policies, which we recommend reviewing.
5. How to Control Cookies
You can control cookies at any time via:
- Our Cookie Settings Panel (pop-up or footer link on site)
- Your browser settings
Browser Instructions:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Site settings > Cookies
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect website performance or functionality.
6. Legal Grounds for Processing
Our use of cookies is based on the following legal grounds:
- Legitimate Interest – For essential functionality and security
- User Consent – For analytics, marketing, and non-essential cookies
Visitors from the EU, UK, or South Africa will be prompted to give explicit consent before non-essential cookies are set (via a cookie banner or preference panel).
7. Your Rights
As a user, you may:
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) or the relevant authority in your jurisdiction
For details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or website functionality. When we do, we’ll revise the “Last Updated” date above. Continued use of our site implies acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding cookies or data privacy, please reach out to:
📧 Email: zelda@ayobaafrica.com
🏢 Address: [Insert Registered Address]
📞 Phone (optional): [Insert Number]
🔒 Stay in Control
We believe in transparency and giving you control over your data. If you’d like us to help implement a cookie banner, user-friendly preference panel, or integrate consent tools like Complianz, CookieYes, or Cookiebot, just let us know.