Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 7, 2026
Introduction
SnapZA uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Platform. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status.
There are two main types of cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly. They enable you to log in, maintain your session, and access protected features.
- Session Token: Maintains your login session
- CSRF Token: Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
- User Preferences: Stores your language and display preferences
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how users interact with the Platform. This helps us improve features, identify bugs, and optimize performance.
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and traffic sources
- Performance Metrics: Monitors page load times and user experience
2.3 Advertising Cookies
We use advertising cookies to display personalized ads and measure ad effectiveness. These cookies may be set by SnapZA or third-party advertising partners.
- Google AdSense: Serves personalized advertisements
- Conversion Tracking: Measures ad performance and ROI
- Retargeting Cookies: Shows ads based on your browsing history
2.4 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to enhance your experience.
- Theme Preference: Remembers your dark/light mode choice
- Language Selection: Stores your preferred language
3. Google Advertising Cookies
SnapZA uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to SnapZA and other websites.
3.1 How Google Uses Cookies
Google's use of cookies enables it to serve ads to users based on their visits to SnapZA and other sites on the internet. Google may collect information about your browsing behavior across multiple websites.
3.2 Opting Out of Google Ads
You can opt out of personalized advertising by:
- Visiting Google's Ads Settings at myaccount.google.com/ads-preferences
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Using your browser's privacy settings to block third-party cookies
3.3 Google's Privacy Policy
For more information about Google's privacy practices and cookie usage, visit Google's Privacy Policy.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are set by domains other than SnapZA. These may include:
- •Google Analytics: Analyzes user behavior and traffic patterns
- •Google AdSense: Displays personalized advertisements
- •Payment Processors: Facilitate secure payment transactions
- •Social Media Platforms: Enable social sharing features
We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for information about their cookie practices.
5. How to Control Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Accept or reject all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive notifications when a cookie is set
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
For instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser, visit:
- Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Firefox: support.mozilla.org
- Safari: support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
- Edge: support.microsoft.com
5.3 Important Note
If you disable essential cookies, some features of SnapZA may not function properly, including login and account management.
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit SnapZA, we display a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use the Platform after this banner is displayed, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
7. Similar Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies such as:
- Web Beacons: Transparent images used to track page visits and user behavior
- Pixels: Small code snippets that track user interactions
- Local Storage: Browser storage that persists data similar to cookies
- Mobile Identifiers: Unique identifiers on mobile devices for tracking
8. Data Retention
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies are retained for the duration specified by each cookie, typically ranging from a few weeks to several years. Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months.
9. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. SnapZA currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals. However, you can use your browser settings to control cookies and tracking.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Platform.