Cookie Policy

place2stay.co.za

PLACE2STAY COOKIE POLICY

Platform: Place2Stay.co.za
Operator: Let''s Trade 1350CC, Northern Cape
Last Updated: February 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how Place2Stay.co.za ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Platform. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By continuing to use our Platform, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing activity.

Similar technologies include:

  • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser for longer-term persistence

  • Session Storage: Data stored temporarily during a browser session

  • Pixels/Web Beacons: Tiny images embedded in pages or emails to track activity

  • Device Fingerprinting: Collecting device characteristics for identification purposes


3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies


These cookies are essential for the Platform to function. They cannot be disabled.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Session ID | Maintains your login session | Session |
| CSRF Token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| Cookie Consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 12 months |
| Auth Token | Keeps you logged in securely | 30 days |

3.2 Functional Cookies


These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Language Preference | Remembers your language choice | 12 months |
| Search Preferences | Saves your accommodation search filters | 30 days |
| Location Preference | Remembers your preferred campus/area | 30 days |
| Theme Preference | Stores light/dark mode preference | 12 months |

3.3 Analytics Cookies


These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Platform so we can improve it.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) | Tracks page views, sessions, and user behaviour | Up to 2 years |
| Performance metrics | Measures page load times and errors | Session |

3.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies


These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Google Ads | Tracks ad conversions and remarketing | Up to 2 years |
| Facebook Pixel | Measures ad effectiveness on Facebook/Instagram | Up to 2 years |
| UTM Parameters | Tracks marketing campaign sources | Session |

4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Our Platform may include content and services from third parties that set their own cookies:

  • Google (Analytics, Maps, Ads): Used for analytics, mapping accommodation locations, and advertising

  • Meta/Facebook (Pixel, Social Login): Used for ad tracking and social login functionality

  • Cloudflare or CDN providers: Security and performance cookies


We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.

5. HOW WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies to:

  • Authenticate users and maintain secure sessions

  • Remember your preferences (search filters, location, language)

  • Provide core functionality (search, save, map, enquiry, and account features)

  • Ensure security (fraud prevention, CSRF protection)

  • Analyse usage (page views, popular listings, user journeys)

  • Improve the Platform (identify issues, optimise performance)

  • Deliver relevant content (personalised accommodation suggestions)

  • Measure advertising effectiveness (track campaign performance)

  • Support verification and platform workflows where session state is required


6. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner


When you first visit our Platform, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
  • Accept All Cookies -- enables all cookie categories

  • Reject Non-Essential Cookies -- only strictly necessary cookies will be used

  • Customise -- choose which categories of cookies to allow


6.2 Browser Settings


You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies

  • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies

  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies

  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions


6.3 Opt-Out Links



6.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies


If you disable certain cookies:
  • You may need to log in each time you visit

  • Search preferences may not be saved

  • Some Platform features may not function correctly

  • Accommodation recommendations may be less relevant

  • The cookie consent banner may reappear on each visit


Note: Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the Platform to function.

7. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY

7.1 POPIA Compliance


Our use of cookies complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013. Cookie data that can identify you is treated as personal information and processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

7.2 Data Retention


Cookie data is retained only for as long as necessary for its stated purpose. See the duration column in Section 3 for specific retention periods.

7.3 Data Transfers


Some cookies are set by international third parties (e.g., Google, Meta). Data collected through these cookies may be transferred to and processed in countries outside South Africa. These transfers are subject to appropriate safeguards as required by POPIA.

7.4 Children and Minors


We do not knowingly collect cookie data from children under 18 without parental consent. If you are under 18 and using Place2Stay with parental consent, cookie usage applies as described in this policy.

8. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes may be communicated via email or a prominent notice on the Platform.

Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

9. CONTACT US

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, contact us:

Email: admin@place2stay.co.za
Website: www.place2stay.co.za

Let''s Trade 1350CC
Trading as Place2Stay
Northern Cape, South Africa

Last Updated: February 2026
Version: 1.0
Document Reference: P2S-COOKIE-001