Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about you and enhance your browsing experience. Cookies can be:
- Temporary (Session Cookies): Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent (Stored Cookies): Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- First-party: Set by the website you're visiting
- Third-party: Set by other domains (e.g., analytics providers)
2. How We Use Cookies
Playful Skills uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze website usage, and understand visitor behavior. Here's how we use them:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality like navigation and secure access.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Site session | Maintains your session and prevents logging out prematurely | Session (ends when you close browser) |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This helps us improve content, layout, and overall user experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid, _gat | Google Analytics | Track visitor interactions, page views, and user behavior | 13-26 months |
Data collected by Google Analytics is anonymized and aggregated. Google does not sell this data to third parties. Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences to provide a personalized experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Preferences | Remember your language, theme, and display preferences | Up to 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may contain links to third-party services (e.g., Gumroad for purchases). When you visit these services, their cookies may be set. We are not responsible for third-party cookies. For information about their cookie practices, please review their privacy policies:
- Gumroad: Gumroad Privacy Policy
- Google Fonts: Google Fonts
4. Non-Cookie Tracking Technologies
Besides cookies, we may use other technologies to track and improve your experience, including:
- Web Beacons: Tiny graphic files that track page visits and interactions
- Local Storage: Browser-based data storage similar to cookies
- Log Files: Server-side logs recording IP addresses, browser types, and access times
5. Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Controlling Cookies
You have control over cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive alerts when cookies are being set
However, blocking essential cookies may affect the website's functionality. Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
5.2 Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Playful Skills recognizes DNT signals; however, we continue to use analytics to improve our website. You may disable analytics tracking through your browser settings or by contacting us.
5.3 Opting Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. European Users (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union or UK, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.
7. South African Users (POPIA)
Playful Skills complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). We inform you about cookies via this policy and respect your right to control your data. You may request information about what cookies we use and opt out by contacting us.
8. Contact & Concerns
If you have questions about our cookie practices or wish to manage your preferences, please contact us:
- Visit: https://playfulskills.co.za
- Use the contact form on our website
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or regulations. Continued use of our website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.