Cookie Policy

At Just Blaze, we use cookies and similar technologies on our website [www.justblaze.co.za] (http://www.justblaze.co.za]) to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site performance, and provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. This policy is part of our commitment to transparency under South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool (if applicable).

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide insights into how the site is used. Similar technologies, such as web beacons or pixel tags, may also be used for analytics purposes.

We use the following types of cookies on our website:
Essential Cookies:
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly, such as maintaining your session or enabling secure access. They cannot be disabled.
Example: Session cookies to keep you logged in during your visit.
Retention: Typically deleted when you close your browser.
Analytics Cookies:
These cookies collect anonymized data about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited or how long users stay. This helps us improve site performance and user experience.
Example: Google Analytics cookies to track site traffic.
Preference Cookies:
These cookies remember your settings or preferences (e.g., language or region) to provide a tailored experience.
Example: Cookies that store your preferred display settings.
We do not currently use marketing or third-party advertising cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy and seek your consent where required by POPIA.

We use cookies to:
Ensure the website operates smoothly (e.g., navigating between pages).
Analyze website performance and visitor behavior in an anonymized form to improve our services.
Remember your preferences for a personalized experience.
Comply with legal obligations, such as tracking consent under POPIA.

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use, such as:
Google Analytics: To collect anonymized data about website usage. Google Analytics complies with POPIA-equivalent standards, and we configure it to anonymize IP addresses.
Hosting Providers: Our website hosting service may use cookies for security or performance purposes.
We ensure that third-party providers adhere to POPIA and maintain the confidentiality of your data.

You can control how cookies are used:
Cookie Consent Tool: When you first visit our website, you may see a pop-up allowing you to accept or customize cookie settings (if implemented).
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Instructions are available in your browser’s help section (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari). Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Opt-Out of Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
Under POPIA, you have the right to object to the processing of your personal information, including through cookies. Contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@justblaze.co.za] to exercise this right.

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact:
Just Blaze
Email: [privacy@justblaze.co.za]

You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator at:
Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za (mailto:complaints.IR@justice.gov.za)
Website: www.justice.gov.za/inforeg