Cookies Policy
Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how DetecFy.org uses cookies and similar technologies on its website focused on entertainment, celebrity culture and related topics in South Africa. The policy was last updated on 02 November 2026. It applies to all visitors accessing our commercial site from South Africa and describes the types of information collected, the purposes for collection and the choices available to you under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
What Cookies and Similar Technologies Are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They store information such as preferences, login details or browsing behaviour. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage. These files can contain data like unique identifiers, timestamps and page visit counts but do not include personal details unless you provide them through forms.
Information They Can Store or Access
Cookies may record your IP address, browser type, device operating system, referral pages and time spent on pages. They enable the site to remember choices such as language settings or article preferences relevant to South African entertainment content.
Why the Site Uses Cookies
DetecFy.org employs cookies to deliver a functional reading experience for celebrity news and entertainment features. They support site navigation, measure audience engagement with South African content and allow limited advertising tailored to local interests. Without these technologies certain interactive elements would not operate correctly.
Categories of Cookies Used
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for basic site functions including page loading, security and form submission on the contact page. They do not require consent under POPIA because they are strictly necessary for service delivery.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies remember user selections such as font size or region filters for South African entertainment topics. They improve usability but are optional.
Analytics or Performance Cookies
These track how visitors interact with magazine articles and celebrity features. Data helps refine content strategy while remaining aggregated and non-identifiable.
Advertising or Targeting Cookies
Advertising cookies enable relevant promotions for entertainment events and shows in South Africa. They may be set by third parties and require explicit consent.
Social-Media Cookies
Social cookies allow sharing of articles on platforms popular in South Africa. They activate only when you choose to engage with sharing buttons.
First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by DetecFy.org and remain under our control. Third-party cookies originate from partners such as analytics providers or advertising networks. Both types appear on this site but third-party cookies are disclosed in the table below and subject to their own policies referenced in our Privacy Policy.
Session Versus Persistent Cookies
Session cookies exist only while your browser remains open and are deleted when you close it. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period, such as thirty days for analytics or one year for preference storage, allowing return visits to retain settings.
Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category
Strictly necessary cookies process minimal identifiers for security and navigation. Functional cookies store preference strings. Analytics cookies handle aggregated visit counts and bounce rates. Advertising cookies manage interest segments derived from page views. All processing complies with POPIA principles of minimality and purpose limitation.
Consent or Exemption Basis Under South African Law
Under POPIA, strictly necessary cookies operate under the legitimate interest exemption. All other categories rely on your prior informed consent obtained through the site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing. The banner records your choices and stores them for twelve months.
Cookie Provider Table
The following table lists key cookies used on this site.
- Name: _ga Purpose: Analytics Provider: Google Category: Performance Duration: 2 years
- Name: _fbp Purpose: Advertising Provider: Meta Category: Targeting Duration: 3 months
- Name: site_pref Purpose: Functional Provider: DetecFy.org Category: Functional Duration: 1 year
- Name: session_id Purpose: Necessary Provider: DetecFy.org Category: Necessary Duration: Session
How the Consent Manager Works
The cookie banner appears on first visit and allows granular acceptance or rejection of each category except necessary cookies. You can reopen the manager via a footer link to change or withdraw choices instantly. All preferences are stored locally and respected across sessions.
Browser-Level Controls
Most browsers permit blocking or deleting cookies through settings menus. Disabling necessary cookies may prevent access to contact forms or personalised entertainment recommendations. Persistent cookies can be cleared manually but will reset your preferences.
International Transfers
Some third-party cookies transfer data outside South Africa to jurisdictions with adequate protection levels. Details appear in the Privacy Policy. DetecFy.org ensures appropriate safeguards such as contractual clauses before any transfer occurs.
Policy Changes and Contact Route
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Significant revisions will be highlighted on the site. For questions please use the contact form on our Contacts page or email help@detecfy.org. Our physical address is 128 Leslie Avenue, Fourways, Sandton, 2191, South Africa.