Cookie Policy
This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
Last updated: January 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies on our website for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
We use Google Analytics 4 to analyse website traffic. These cookies are only placed on your device if you consent to analytics cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used to distinguish users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Used to persist session state | 2 years |
3. Your Cookie Choices
In accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), we require your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics
- Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
- Manage Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to allow
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
4. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and may prevent some features from working properly.
For more information on managing cookies in your browser, visit:
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We use:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis. Google's privacy policy can be found at policies.google.com/privacy
We do not allow third parties to use cookies for advertising purposes on our website.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website respects your cookie preferences set through our consent banner, regardless of any Do Not Track signals.
7. POPIA Compliance
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa. We:
- Obtain explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies
- Provide clear information about the cookies we use
- Allow you to withdraw consent at any time
- Do not use pre-ticked consent boxes
- Make it as easy to refuse cookies as to accept them
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Phone: +27 18 492 0862
- Email: info@molemopharmacy.co.za
- Address: 1219 Mokale Dr (Near Star Shop), Unit 7, Mmabatho, 2735
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