POPIA Policy

🖤 COOKIE POLICY – THE BLACK DOT

Last updated: 08 January 2026

This Cookie Policy applies to visitors of https://www.theblackdot.co.za and is intended for users in South Africa.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Cookies

The Black Dot uses cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly

  • Remember items in your shopping cart

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Understand how visitors use our site

  • Support marketing and advertising efforts

3. Types of Cookies We Use

🔹 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly (such as checkout and cart features). These cookies do not require consent.

🔹 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve performance and usability.

🔹 Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be used to measure advertising performance and show relevant content on platforms such as social media.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use trusted third-party services such as:

  • Shopify

  • Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)

  • Social media platforms (e.g. Meta/Facebook)

These services may place cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies.

5. Managing Cookies

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie notice. You can choose to accept or manage your cookie preferences.

You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Your Rights (POPIA)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to certain data processing

If you have concerns, you may contact the Information Regulator of South Africa.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

The Black Dot
📧 Email: theblackdotshop@gmail.co.za
📍 South Africa