Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Cape Town Current uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and how you interact with the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable basic features like:
- Cookie consent management (remembering your preferences)
- Security and website protection
- Basic site navigation
- Network management and accessibility
These cookies do not require your consent under GDPR. They are strictly necessary for the website to operate.
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering your choices and preferences, such as:
- Remembering your language preference
- Saving your cookie consent settings
- Remembering your preferred layout or font size
- Enabling social media sharing features
3. Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how users navigate through the site. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
We use Google Analytics for this purpose. Information collected includes:
- Number of visitors and page views
- How you arrived at our site (search engine, direct link, social media)
- Which pages you visit and how long you stay
- Your approximate location (city/region level only)
- Device type and browser information
4. Advertisement Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Currently, we do not run third-party advertisements on Cape Town Current. If this changes, we will update this policy and obtain your consent before placing advertisement cookies.
How Long Do Cookies Last?
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used for essential functions during your visit.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period (from a few hours to several years) unless manually deleted. They remember your preferences for future visits.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use. These include:
- Google Analytics (analytical cookies)
- CookieAdmin (cookie consent management)
- OpenWeatherMap API (weather data – no persistent cookies)
- FontAwesome & Google Fonts (typography and icons)
These third parties have their own cookie policies and data handling practices. We do not control these cookies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All — Enable all cookie categories (including functional, analytical, and advertisement cookies)
- Reject All — Disable non-essential cookies (only necessary cookies will remain active)
- Customize — Choose which categories of cookies to enable or disable
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is placed
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser
To learn how to manage cookies on your specific browser, visit:
Our Cookie Inventory
| Cookie Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieadmin_consent | Necessary | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytical | Google Analytics – distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytical | Google Analytics – persists session state | 2 years |
| PHPSESSID | Necessary | Session management | Session |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Necessary | Checks if cookies are enabled | Session |
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. The “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page indicates when changes were made.
Last Updated: May 28, 2026
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at privacy@capetowncurrent.com.