🍪 Cookie Policy for LifeReadySA
Effective Date: 29 May 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how LifeReadySA (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at https://lifereadysa.org.za
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal information.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember user preferences, and improve the overall user experience.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons, including:
- To ensure the website functions correctly
- To improve performance and user experience
- To understand how visitors interact with our website
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To support security and fraud prevention
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies into the following types:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. Without them, certain features may not work properly.
b. Performance / Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., pages visited, time spent), allowing us to improve performance.
c. Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences (such as language or region) to enhance your experience.
d. Marketing / Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements or track browsing habits across websites.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services we use, such as analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), embedded content, or social media integrations.
These third parties may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
6. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to accept or reject cookies:
- When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner.
- You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.
- You can withdraw your consent at any time.
7. How to Manage Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive alerts when cookies are used
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Legal Basis (POPIA Compliance)
In accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA):
- We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies
- We only collect and process personal data lawfully and transparently
- You have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
LifeReadySA
📧 Email: hello@lifereadysao.org.za
🌐 Website: https://lifereadysa.org.za
