HirePro Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 2024
HirePro, a part of Evided PTY LTD. (“we,” “our,” “us”), is committed to ensuring transparency and user privacy regarding the use of cookies and similar technologies on our website and mobile application (collectively referred to as the “Site”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them, and how you can manage or disable them.
By continuing to browse or use our Site, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or other internet-enabled devices) when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, font size) over time, so you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you return to the site or browse from one page to another.
Types of Cookies:
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting.
- Third-party cookies: Set by third-party domains, usually for tracking, analytics, or advertising purposes.
Lifespan of Cookies:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
- Types of Cookies We Use
HirePro uses cookies for several key purposes:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly and cannot be switched off. They are necessary for services such as authentication, security, and preferences settings. Without these, certain features of the website cannot function.
Purpose: Ensuring the website operates securely and optimally.
Examples: Session management, user authentication. - Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) to provide enhanced, more personal features.
Purpose: To improve usability and personalization.
Examples: Language settings, login preferences. - Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information on how users interact with our Site, such as the pages visited, time spent, and any errors encountered. This helps us improve the Site’s performance and user experience.
Purpose: To understand how visitors engage with the Site.
Examples: Google Analytics, internal performance tracking. - Targeting or Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits and are used to deliver more relevant advertisements to you. They may also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Purpose: To tailor marketing to your interests and behavior across different channels.
Examples: Retargeting ads, third-party advertising platforms.
- Legal Basis for Using Cookies
In line with international privacy regulations such as the GDPR (EU/EEA), PIPEDA (Canada), LGPD (Brazil), and Australia’s Privacy Principles, we ensure that cookies are used based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies such as analytics, performance, and advertising cookies, we will ask for your consent before placing them on your device.
- Legitimate Interests: We use strictly necessary cookies based on our legitimate interest in operating a functional and secure website.
- Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have the right to accept or refuse cookies at any time. Most web browsers allow you to manage or disable cookies through their settings. Below are instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data.
- Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies and site permissions.
Please note that blocking or disabling certain cookies may impact your experience and limit the functionality of our Site.
- Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of non-essential cookies, including analytics and advertising cookies, by following these options:
- Browser Settings: Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being sent.
- Online Advertising: You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out page (https://optout.aboutads.info/) or the Network Advertising Initiative’s opt-out page (https://optout.networkadvertising.org/).
- Third-Party Cookies
We may also use third-party cookies on our Site for analytics, performance, and advertising purposes. These cookies are governed by the cookie policies of the respective third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies for information on their practices.
Some of the main third-party services we use include:
- Google Analytics: Helps us analyze user interactions with our Site.
- Facebook Pixel: Allows us to measure the effectiveness of advertising on Facebook.
- Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@hirepro.co.za
Address: Evided PTY LTD., South Africa
