Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies help us understand how you use our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
addoelephantlodgeandsafaris.co.za uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Operations: To enable core website functionality
- Performance Analysis: To understand how visitors interact with our website
- User Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
- Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and enhance security
- Analytics: To collect information about website usage and visitor behavior
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies
- Load balancing cookies
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us optimize our website and improve user experience.
- Google Analytics cookies
- Page load time measurement
- Error tracking cookies
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
- Language preference cookies
- Calculator settings
- User interface customization
3.4 Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you. They may be used by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.
- Remarketing cookies
- Advertising network cookies
- Conversion tracking cookies
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use third-party cookies from trusted partners:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.
Advertising Partners
Our advertising partners may use cookies to show you relevant ads based on your interests. These partners include lending institutions and financial service providers.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies can be classified based on how long they remain on your device:
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate through the website.
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences for future visits.
6. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only certain types of cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionalities.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals.
We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices and provide options to manage cookies as described in this policy.
8. Mobile Devices
If you access our website from a mobile device, you can manage cookies through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
- Android: Settings → Site settings → Cookies
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Please review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
10. Your Consent
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.
11. More Information
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@addoelephantlodgeandsafaris.co.za
Phone: +27 71 234 5678
Address: R335, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105, South Africa