Last Updated: June 11, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how FinTech Nexus ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, fintechnexus.co.za (the "Site"). This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for using them.
By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our Site.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and to provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies serve various functions, including:
We use the following types of cookies on our Site:
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| essential_cookies | Manages essential cookie functionality | Session |
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the Site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website | 2 years |
| _gat | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate | 1 day |
| _gid | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website | 1 day |
These cookies may be set through our Site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products | 3 months |
| ads/ga-audiences | Used by Google AdWords to re-engage visitors who are likely to convert to customers | Session |
These cookies enable the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_pref | Stores user preferences for site functionality | 1 year |
| lang | Remembers the user's selected language version of a website | Session |
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Site and to deliver advertisements on and through the Site.
These third-party services may include:
Please note that these third parties may have their own privacy policies that govern their use of cookies and similar tracking technologies. We encourage you to read these privacy policies to understand how your data is being collected and used by these third parties.
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
When you first visit our Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our Site.
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
Find out how to manage cookies on popular browsers:
Please note that if you choose to reject certain cookies, you may not be able to use all the features of our Site.
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. At this time, we do not respond to browser "Do Not Track" signals, but we do provide you the option to manage your cookie preferences as described in this policy.
In South Africa, the use of cookies is governed by the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This law requires organizations to be transparent about their use of cookies and to obtain consent for non-essential cookies. We comply with these requirements through our cookie consent mechanism.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised Cookie Policy on the Site. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: