Cookie Policy
Cookies Policy for U-Solar (PTY) LTD
Last updated: 10 July 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how U-Solar (PTY) LTD ("U-Solar", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites, including [https://www.u-solarsa.com/] ("Website"). By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described in this policy, unless you opt out or adjust your browser settings.
This policy is designed to comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, and other international privacy laws and regulations including the UK’s PECR.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by websites you visit. They help enhance your browsing experience, remember preferences, improve site functionality, and enable tracking and analytics.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for various reasons to ensure the functionality, performance, and effectiveness of our Website:
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Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly. These cookies are triggered by actions like logging in, filling in forms, or managing privacy preferences. Disabling them may cause parts of the Website to break or behave unexpectedly.
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Analytical & Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use tools like Google Analytics to measure traffic and usage. Learn more at Google Analytics.
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Functionality Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your location or preferences. These can be set by us or by third-party providers. If you disable them, some services may not work properly.
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Targeting & Advertising Cookies: Track your browsing habits to deliver more relevant advertising. These may be set through our Website by advertising partners. You will still see ads if you disable them, but they may be less relevant to your interests.
3. Your Cookie Preferences
You are in control of your cookie preferences. You can:
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Accept or reject cookies using the cookie consent banner on your first visit.
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Manage cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent access to some parts of our Website and impair functionality.
4. Legal Grounds for Using Cookies
We rely on the following legal bases for processing your data via cookies:
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Consent – For all non-essential cookies, as required by GDPR, PECR, and POPIA.
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Legitimate Interests – For essential cookies required to operate the Website effectively and securely.
5. Data Transfers and Third-Party Cookies
Some of our cookies are placed by trusted third parties (e.g. Google, Meta, LinkedIn), who may process your data outside your country. In such cases, appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information under **POPIA**, **GDPR**, or **similar frameworks**.
You can learn more about their policies at:
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the right to:
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Access personal information we hold about you
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Withdraw cookie consent at any time
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Request deletion of your data collected through cookies
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Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
U-Solar (PTY) LTD