Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 13 February 2026

Capital Power Projects (Pty) Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (https://capitalpowersa.co.za). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use the site
• Improve user experience
• Analyze website traffic

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, form submission, and security.

Examples:

• Session management cookies
• Security cookies
• Load balancing cookies

Duration: Session (deleted when browser closes) or up to 24 hours

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (required for website functionality)

Can you disable them? No—the website will not function properly without these cookies.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as:

• Which pages are visited most often
• How long visitors spend on pages
• Where visitors are located (country/city level)
• What links visitors click
• Error messages encountered

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat)
• Hotjar or similar analytics tools (if used)

Duration: Up to 26 months

Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out)

Can you disable them? Yes—see “Managing Cookies” below.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide enhanced features.

Examples:

• Language preferences
• Region/location settings
• Form data (to avoid re-entering information)

Duration: Up to 12 months

Legal Basis: Consent

Can you disable them? Yes, but some website features may not work properly.

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies (If Applicable)

We do not currently use advertising cookies. If we implement advertising in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect anonymous information including:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on site
• Geographic location (country/city)
• Device type and browser
• Referring websites

Data collected: Anonymous and aggregated (not personally identifiable)

Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

3.2 Google Maps (If Embedded)

If you view embedded Google Maps on our website, Google may set cookies.

Google Maps Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.3 Social Media Plugins (If Applicable)

If we include social media sharing buttons (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter), these platforms may set cookies.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Operations:

• Ensuring website security
• Managing form submissions (quote requests, job applications)
• Preventing spam and fraud

Performance Improvement:

• Analyzing which pages are most popular
• Identifying navigation issues
• Understanding user demographics (country, city level)

User Experience:

• Remembering your preferences
• Reducing the need to re-enter information
• Providing relevant content based on location

5. Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block future cookies
• Set preferences for specific websites

How to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome:
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox:
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Microsoft Edge:
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Safari:
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

5.2 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you’ll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your preferences

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.

5.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out

To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5.4 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. We respect DNT preferences where technically feasible.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies:

• Website may not function properly
• Forms may not submit correctly
• Security features may be compromised

Performance/Analytics Cookies:

• No impact on website functionality
• We cannot improve user experience based on usage data

Functionality Cookies:

• You may need to re-enter preferences each visit
• Some features may not work as expected

7. Cookie Retention Periods

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in:

• Cookie usage
• Legal requirements
• Third-party services

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Us

For questions about cookies or this Cookie Policy:

Capital Power Projects (Pty) Ltd
Email: cephas@capitalpowersa.co.za
Phone: +27 32 004 0108
Address: 7 Greathead Lane, New Germany, Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal

For general privacy questions, see our Privacy Policy.

10. Your Rights Under POPIA

Under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have rights regarding your personal data collected through cookies. See our Privacy Policy for details on:

• Accessing your data
• Correcting inaccurate data
• Deleting your data
• Objecting to processing
• Lodging complaints with the Information Regulator