Cookie Policy
Last updated: 3 August 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how MetaCraft uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at www.metacraft.co.za. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and improve user experiences by remembering your preferences, login details, and site activity.
Cookies can be classified as:
Session cookies – Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – Remain until they expire or are manually deleted
First-party cookies – Set by the website you are visiting
Third-party cookies – Set by services or tools integrated into the site (e.g., Google Analytics)
2. Why We Use Cookies
MetaCraft uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., form submissions, navigation)
Analytics Cookies: To understand how users interact with our website, improve performance, and optimize user experience (e.g., Google Analytics, Tag Manager)
Marketing Cookies: To help deliver targeted ads and measure campaign effectiveness (used only with consent)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type of Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Site functionality and user preferences | Session / Short-term |
| Analytics (Google) | Understand user behavior and website usage | 26 months |
| Marketing | Track visitor interaction with ads or platforms | Varies |
Note: Third-party services may collect additional data as per their own privacy policies (e.g., Google, Meta/Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies using our cookie banner on your first visit. You can also manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Be aware that disabling cookies may affect the website’s functionality.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We may use services such as:
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager
Google Ads
Meta Pixel (Facebook)
LinkedIn Insights Tag
These third parties may set their own cookies to track browsing behaviour or measure ad performance. For more info, review their respective privacy policies.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Withdraw your cookie consent at any time
Request information about cookies stored on your device
Delete cookies manually via your browser
For any cookie-related inquiries, contact:
web@metacraft.co.za
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in cookies used or legal requirements. The date at the top will always reflect the latest version.
