Cookie Policy
Understand how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
Bridge the Gap Engineer uses cookies to:
- Keep you signed in to your account
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze how our website is used and improve performance
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Enable shopping cart functionality
- Protect against fraud and enhance security
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Security and authentication
- Session management
- Load balancing
- CSRF protection
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information:
- Number of visitors and page views
- How long visitors stay on our site
- Which pages are most popular
- Error messages users encounter
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- Language preferences
- Region settings
- Display preferences (dark/light mode)
- Recently viewed content
Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not store directly personal information.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set cookies on our website:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- YouTube: For embedded video content
- Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing functionality
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Personalized features may not work properly
- Some functionality may be limited or unavailable
- Your preferences may not be saved
8. Cookie Duration
Cookies are classified by duration:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until they expire or you delete them
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Bridge the Gap Engineer, South Africa