Effective Date: 19 November 2024

At [Platform Name], we are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

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### **1. What Are Cookies?**

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) by websites you visit. They help websites function efficiently, provide a better user experience, and collect information for analytics or advertising purposes.

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### **2. How We Use Cookies**

We use cookies to:

- **Enhance Functionality**: Remember your preferences and settings to improve your browsing experience.

- **Analyze Performance**: Collect data on how visitors interact with our platform to optimize performance and usability.

- **Enable Features**: Support core functionalities, such as secure logins, event registrations, and donation processing.

- **Provide Relevant Content**: Deliver personalized content and advertising based on your interactions with our platform.

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### **3. Types of Cookies We Use**

#### **3.1. Necessary Cookies**

These cookies are essential for the operation of our platform. Without them, certain features and functionalities may not work properly.

- Examples: Session management, security authentication, and load balancing.

#### **3.2. Performance and Analytics Cookies**

These cookies collect information about how users interact with our platform, such as pages visited and errors encountered, to improve the platform’s performance.

- Examples: Google Analytics, traffic tracking tools.

#### **3.3. Functional Cookies**

These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering login details, saving preferences, and personalizing your experience.

- Examples: Language preferences, theme settings.

#### **3.4. Advertising and Targeting Cookies**

These cookies track browsing behavior to deliver relevant ads and content based on your interests.

- Examples: Retargeting ads, third-party advertising networks.

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### **4. Third-Party Cookies**

We may allow third-party services to place cookies on your device to enhance your experience or for analytics and advertising purposes. These third parties may include:

- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

- Advertising networks (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel)

Please note that we do not control these third-party cookies, and their use is governed by their respective privacy policies.

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### **5. Your Choices Regarding Cookies**

You have the following options to manage or disable cookies:

#### **5.1. Browser Settings**

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies by adjusting your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our platform.

#### **5.2. Opt-Out Tools**

Some third-party services, such as Google Analytics and advertising networks, offer tools to opt out of their cookie tracking:

- Google Analytics Opt-Out: [https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)

- Network Advertising Initiative: [http://optout.networkadvertising.org](http://optout.networkadvertising.org)

#### **5.3. Cookie Banners**

When you visit our platform, you may see a cookie banner providing an option to accept or customize cookie preferences. You can change these settings anytime via our Cookie Preferences Center.

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### **6. Changes to This Cookie Policy**

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

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7. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at: legal@allumni.co.za