Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be:

• First-party cookies – set directly by our website.
• Third-party cookies – set by external services, such as analytics or advertising platforms.

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies – Required for the website to function (e.g., security, session management).
• Performance & Analytics Cookies – To understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics). This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
• Functionality Cookies – To remember your preferences (e.g., language, cookie consent choices).
• Advertising & Targeting Cookies – To deliver personalised ads and measure their effectiveness. These may be set by third-party platforms such as Google Ads, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), or LinkedIn.

Some cookies are set by trusted third-party services that we use for analytics, social media, and advertising. These providers may collect information about your online activities across different websites.

Examples include:

• Google Analytics & Google Ads
• Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Pixel
• LinkedIn Insight Tag

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Cookie Banner: Adjust your preferences when you first visit our website.
• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings.
• Opt-Out Tools:
• Google Analytics Opt-out
• Google Ads Settings
• Meta Ads Preferences

Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

We may update this 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.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, You can contact us:

• By email: info@dsmdigital.co.za
• By visiting this page on our website: https://dsmdigital.co.za/contact-us/
• By phone number: +27 761977307