1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 This Cookie Policy explains how BearDen (Pty) Ltd (“the Company”, “we”, “our” or “us”), trading as BearBasix, uses cookies and similar technologies on the Website.
1.2 This Policy should be read together with the Company’s Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
1.3 By continuing to use the Website, you acknowledge that cookies may be used in accordance with this Policy and your cookie preferences.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
2.1 Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone or other device when you visit a website.
2.2 Cookies help websites function efficiently, remember user preferences, improve security and enhance the browsing experience.
2.3 Some cookies are essential for the proper operation of the Website, while others help improve functionality or analyse Website usage.
3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
The Website may use the following categories of cookies:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot normally be disabled.
They may be used to:
- maintain security;
- remember shopping cart contents;
- process checkout;
- manage user sessions;
- prevent fraud;
- remember cookie preferences.
Without these cookies, certain Website functions may not operate correctly.
3.2 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies improve your experience by remembering choices you make, including:
- preferred language;
- login preferences;
- display settings;
- other Website preferences.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website.
Information collected may include:
- pages viewed;
- time spent on pages;
- navigation patterns;
- referring websites;
- browser information;
- device information.
Analytics information is generally aggregated and used to improve the Website.
3.4 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies assist in monitoring Website performance and identifying technical issues so that improvements can be made.
3.5 Security Cookies
Security cookies help protect the Website and Users by assisting with:
- fraud detection;
- malicious activity prevention;
- login security;
- website integrity.
4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
4.1 Certain third-party services integrated with the Website may place their own cookies.
These may include services relating to:
- payment processing;
- analytics;
- embedded content;
- security;
- website functionality.
4.2 The Company does not control third-party cookies and recommends reviewing the relevant third-party privacy policies where appropriate.
5. CONSENT
5.1 Where required by law, the Website will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
5.2 Essential cookies necessary for the operation of the Website do not require consent where permitted by law.
5.3 You may change your cookie preferences at any time through the Website’s cookie management tool.
6. MANAGING COOKIES
6.1 Most internet browsers allow Users to:
- view cookies;
- delete cookies;
- block cookies;
- receive notifications before cookies are stored.
6.2 Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website, including shopping cart, login and checkout features.
7. COOKIE RETENTION
7.1 Some cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser.
7.2 Other cookies remain on your device for a limited period to remember your preferences and improve future visits.
7.3 Cookie retention periods vary depending on the purpose of the cookie.
8. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
8.1 The Company reserves the right to amend this Cookie Policy from time to time.
8.2 Updated versions will be published on the Website together with the revised effective date.
8.3 Continued use of the Website after publication of an updated Policy constitutes acknowledgement of the revised Policy.
9. CONTACT DETAILS
Email: info@bearbasix.com
10. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION
This Cookie Policy should be read together with:
- Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA);
- Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, 25 of 2002;
- Consumer Protection Act, 68 of 2008; and
- any other applicable South African legislation.