1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the site. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixels.
2. How we use cookies
Group websites may use cookies to:
- Enable core functionality and security
- Remember your cookie consent choice
- Understand website traffic and performance (where you consent)
- Improve content and user experience
Where non-essential cookies are used, we rely on your consent in line with POPIA (South Africa) and the NDPA (Nigeria), unless another lawful basis applies.
3. Types of cookies we use
Strictly necessary (essential) cookies
These cookies are required for the website to operate. They include cookies that remember your cookie preference, support security, and enable basic navigation. They do not require consent but you can block them through your browser settings, though some features may not work.
Analytics cookies (optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our websites — for example, which pages are visited and how long users stay. We use this information in aggregated form to improve our sites. Analytics cookies are placed only if you choose “Accept all cookies”.
Functional cookies (optional)
These cookies remember choices you make (such as region or display preferences) to provide enhanced features. They are optional and require your consent where applicable.
4. Cookie list
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
gig_cookie_consent |
Essential | Stores your cookie preference (essential only or all cookies) | 12 months |
session_id |
Essential | Maintains session state for forms and security | Session |
_ga / _gid |
Analytics (optional) | Google Analytics — distinguishes users and sessions (only if you accept all cookies) | Up to 24 months |
This table reflects cookies we may use across Group websites. Individual sites may use fewer cookies depending on their configuration.
5. Managing cookies in your browser
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through settings. Useful links:
Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Third-party cookies
Some embedded content or analytics providers may set their own cookies. We do not control third-party cookies. Please review the privacy policies of those providers for more information.
7. Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy when we change how cookies are used on our websites. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect any changes.
8. Contact
For questions about cookies or personal information:
- Email: privacy@gratefulintegratedglobal.com
- See also our Privacy Policy