Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 9 February 2026

Corgi Crew (TANYDD) ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://corgicrew.co.za/ (the "Website") to enhance your experience, ensure proper functionality, and understand how visitors interact with our site.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them. It forms part of our broader Privacy Policy (linked in the footer), which details our overall approach to personal information under the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) by websites when you visit them. They help the site remember your actions and preferences (e.g., language, login details) over time, making your next visit easier and more useful. Cookies can be "session" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" (remain until expired or deleted).
We may also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixels, or local storage for the same purposes.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use only the following categories of cookies:

  • Strictly Necessary / Essential CookiesThese are required for the Website to function properly (e.g., navigation, form submissions like puppy inquiries or reservations, security features). They do not require consent under POPIA as they are necessary for providing the service you request.
    Examples: Session management, CSRF protection.
    Duration: Mostly session-based (deleted on browser close).
  • Performance / Analytics Cookies
    These help us understand how visitors use the Website (e.g., which pages are popular, time spent, bounce rates) so we can improve content and user experience. Data is anonymized or aggregated where possible.

We use Google Analytics (provided by Google Ireland Limited).

Collected data may include IP address (anonymized), browser type, device info, pages visited, and referral sources.

Lawful basis: Legitimate interests (improving our small-scale breeding information site) or consent (depending on your settings).

Third-party privacy: See Google's policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

Duration: Up to 2 years for some identifiers (configurable).

We do not use marketing, advertising, targeting, or social media cookies (e.g., no Facebook Pixel, no remarketing).

3. How We Obtain Consent & Manage Cookies

  • On your first visit (or when cookies change), a cookie banner appears allowing you to Accept All, Reject Non-Essential, or customize preferences.
  • Essential cookies are always active (required for site operation).
  • You can withdraw or change consent at any time by clicking "Manage Cookie Preferences" (or similar link/button in the footer/banner) or by adjusting your browser settings.
  • Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent full site functionality (e.g., form submissions may fail).

4. Your Rights Under POPIA

Since cookies may process personal information (e.g., online identifiers), you have rights including:

  • Access to your data.
  • Correction or deletion (right to be forgotten, where applicable).
  • Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Withdraw consent for consent-based cookies.
  • To exercise these, contact our Information Officer (details in our Privacy Policy). You can also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator.

5. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser

You can control cookies via your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
  • Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions.
    Disabling cookies may limit site features.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time (e.g., if we add new tools). Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance.

7. Contact Us

For questions about cookies or this policy:
Email: corgicrewza@gmail.com
Information Regulator (South Africa): https://inforegulator.org.za/ | complaints@inforegulator.org.za