Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 31, 2026
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.
2. How We Use Cookies
Andrew on Wheels uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, login functionality)
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information
- Security Cookies: Help protect our website from malicious activity
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while navigating our website.
3.2 Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences for future visits.
3.3 Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including:
- Google Analytics: Helps us analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Social Media Platforms: Allow you to share content on social media
4. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| user_id | Remembers logged-in user (if "Remember Me" is checked) | 30 days |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in various ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and some functionality may not work as intended.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Block all cookies or third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
How to Manage Cookies in Popular Browsers:
6. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information such as:
- Number of visitors to the website
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How visitors found our website
- Browser and device information
To opt out of Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
7. Consent
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing cookies in your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: Andrewkhumalo996@gmail.com
- Phone: 073 282 6479