Cookie Policy

This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our services, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

Effective Date: March 15, 2024

Cookie Notice

This website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the controls provided.

This policy forms part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Please read it carefully.

Table of Contents

1
What Are Cookies?
2
Types of Cookies We Use
3
How We Use Cookies
4
Specific Cookies We Use
5
Third-Party Cookies
6
Managing Cookies
7
Changes to This Policy
8
Contact Us
1

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

1.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website, we may store cookies on your device. These cookies allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.

1.2 Types of Cookies

Cookies can be "session" or "persistent" cookies. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.

1.3 Similar Technologies

This policy also covers similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage, which function similarly to cookies and are used for the same purposes.

2

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes. These cookies are categorized as follows:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising that is more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement.

Note: Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function. You can manage your preferences for other types of cookies using our cookie consent tool.

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How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several important purposes that enhance your experience on our website:

3.1 Website Functionality

To enable certain functions of the website, such as remembering your login details, language preferences, and items in your shopping cart (if applicable).

3.2 Analytics & Performance

To understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about page visits, bounce rates, traffic sources, and other metrics. This helps us improve our website and services.

3.3 Personalization

To remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience on our website.

3.4 Security

To protect your account and our website from fraudulent activity and unauthorized access.

3.5 Advertising

To deliver relevant advertisements to you and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

Purposes at a Glance

  • To keep you signed in to your account
  • To remember your preferences and settings
  • To understand how you use our website
  • To improve our website and services
  • To deliver relevant advertisements
  • To protect against fraud and abuse
4

Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a list of some specific cookies we use on our website, along with their purpose and duration:

Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
belvian_session Essential Maintains user session state Session
csrf_token Essential Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks Session
language_pref Functional Remembers your language preference 1 year
theme_pref Functional Remembers your theme preference (light/dark) 1 year
_ga Analytics Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_gid Analytics Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours
_gat Analytics Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute
fbp Marketing Facebook Pixel - ad delivery 3 months
cookie_consent Functional Remembers your cookie preferences 1 year

Disclaimer: This is a representative list of cookies. The actual cookies used may vary based on your location, browser, and interactions with our website. We regularly review and update our cookie usage.

5

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and so on. These third parties may set cookies through our website for purposes such as:

5.1 Analytics Providers

We use services like Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These providers may set cookies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites.

5.2 Advertising Networks

We may work with advertising partners to show you relevant ads. These partners may use cookies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on our website and other websites.

5.3 Social Media Platforms

We may use social media plugins (like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn buttons) that may set cookies to enable you to share our content or to track your visit for advertising purposes.

5.4 Payment Processors

When you make payments on our website, our payment processors may set cookies to facilitate secure transactions and prevent fraud.

Third-Party Opt-Outs

You can opt out of many third-party advertising cookies through the following resources:

  • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
  • European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) Opt-Out
  • Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
  • Facebook Ad Preferences
6

Managing Cookies

You have several options to manage cookies on your device. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Cookie Consent Tool

Use our cookie consent tool (available on our website) to customize your cookie preferences. You can choose which types of cookies to allow, except for essential cookies which are required for the website to function.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser.

Delete Existing Cookies

You can delete cookies that are already on your device. This will remove preferences stored by websites and may require you to re-enter information or reset preferences.

Browser-Specific Instructions

Here's how to manage cookies in popular web browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
  • Opera: Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies and other site data

Mobile Devices

On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your browser settings or device settings, depending on the device and browser you're using.

Important: If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website functionality.

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Changes to This Policy

7.1 Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.

7.2 Notification of Changes

For significant changes that affect your rights, we will make reasonable efforts to provide additional notice, such as via email or a prominent notice on our website before the changes take effect.

7.3 Your Acceptance

Your continued use of our website after any modification to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the modified policy. If you do not agree to the modified policy, you should discontinue using our website.

7.4 Reviewing Changes

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. The "Effective Date" at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can customize your cookie settings at any time. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact our Data Protection Officer.

privacy@belviantechnologies.co.zw +263 77 343 1170
Harare, Zimbabwe

For general inquiries, please contact our support team at support@belviantechnologies.co.zw

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This Cookie Policy was last updated on March 15, 2024.