Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 25 June 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Shared Futures NPC (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://sharedfutures.africa (the “Site”). It also describes the consent banner you’ll see on first visit and how to manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your actions and preferences (e.g., login status, language) and deliver features and analytics.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Category | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Essential/Strictly Necessary | Required for core functionality (page navigation, secure areas). Cannot be disabled. | Session ID, authentication cookies |
| Performance & Analytics | Collect anonymous usage data to improve the Site’s performance and user experience. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid), Matomo |
| Functional | Remember user settings and preferences (language, font size). | Language selector, accessibility prefs |
| Marketing & Advertising | Track visits across websites to deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance. | Facebook Pixel, Google Ads cookies |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may embed content (videos, social feeds) or run third-party analytics and advertising services on our Site. Those providers place cookies under their own policies. We do not control third-party cookie practices—please review their respective privacy and cookie policies.
4. Consent Banner & Managing Preferences
4.1. Consent Banner
On your first visit, you’ll see a banner at the bottom of your screen with options to:
- Accept All Cookies: We’ll enable all categories (essential, analytics, functional, marketing).
- Reject Non-Essential: Only strictly necessary cookies remain active.
- Manage Preferences: Opens a popup where you can toggle analytics, functional, and marketing cookies on or off.
4.2. Changing Your Choices
- Reopen Banner: Click the “Cookie Settings” link in the site footer at any time.
- Browser Controls: You can also disable or delete cookies via your browser settings (see Section 5).
5. How to Control Cookies via Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to manage or delete cookies:
• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Disabling cookies may limit certain features or your ability to use interactive parts of our Site.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date will always appear at the top. Significant changes will be notified via the consent banner or a site announcement.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or privacy practices, please contact:
Shared Futures NPC
9 Hofmeyer Road, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Email: privacy@sharedfutures.africa
Phone: +27 (0)72 711 4391
Thank you for visiting Shared Futures. Your privacy and choice matter to us!