1. What this policy covers

This Cookie Policy explains how Vetro Media uses cookies and similar technologies on its website.

It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

POPIA does not contain a dedicated cookie regime, but online identifiers and information collected through cookies may constitute personal information and therefore remain subject to general data-protection requirements.

2. What cookies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, mobile phone or other device when you visit a website.

Cookies can help a website:

• function correctly;
• remember preferences;
• recognise a returning browser;
• understand how visitors use the website;
• measure advertising performance; and
• deliver more relevant content.

Similar technologies may include pixels, tags, scripts, local storage and software development kits.

3. Types of cookies we may use

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are required for the website to operate and cannot normally be switched off through our systems.

They may support:

• website security;
• form functionality;
• network management;
• load balancing;
• cookie-consent preferences; and
• basic website features.

Analytics cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website.

They may collect information such as:

• pages viewed;
• traffic sources;
• time spent on pages;
• links clicked;
• device and browser information; and
• approximate location.

We may use tools such as Google Analytics to assess website performance and improve content.

Functionality cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices and provide enhanced functionality.

They may remember:

• language preferences;
• form selections;
• display settings; and
• previous website interactions.

Advertising and targeting cookies

These cookies may be used to:

• measure advertising campaigns;
• limit how frequently advertisements are shown;
• understand whether an advertisement resulted in a website visit;
• build audience groups; and
• deliver advertising that may be more relevant.

These cookies may be placed by Vetro Media or approved third-party platforms.

Social media cookies

Where the website includes embedded content or social-sharing tools, social platforms may place cookies or collect information about your interaction.

Their use is governed by the relevant platform’s privacy and cookie terms.

4. First-party and third-party cookies

First-party cookies are set by the Vetro Media website.

Third-party cookies are set by external service providers, such as analytics, advertising, video or social-media platforms.

We do not control the duration or operation of third-party cookies. You should consult the relevant provider’s policy for further information.

5. Cookie duration

Cookies may be:

• session cookies, which expire when you close your browser; or
• persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted.

Retention periods differ depending on the cookie’s purpose and provider.

6. Your choices

Where a cookie-consent tool is available, you may:

• accept all cookies;
• reject non-essential cookies;
• select specific cookie categories; and
• change or withdraw your choices later.

Strictly necessary cookies may remain active because they are required for the website to function.

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Managing cookies in your browser

Most browsers allow you to:

• view stored cookies;
• delete cookies;
• block cookies;
• block third-party cookies; and
• receive alerts before cookies are stored.

Refer to your browser’s help or privacy settings for instructions.

8. Google Analytics and similar platforms

Where enabled, Google Analytics may collect information about website use and generate aggregated reports.

The information may include:

• device and browser data;
• pages visited;
• approximate location;
• traffic source; and
• user interactions.

Vetro Media should configure analytics and advertising tools in accordance with the cookie choices presented to visitors.

9. Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy when:

• the website changes;
• new tools or service providers are introduced;
• cookie usage changes; or
• legal or regulatory requirements change.