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COOKIES POLICY

COOKIES POLICY

  1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It is designed to be transparent and to provide you with clear information about your choices, in compliance with the Cyber and Data Protection Act [Chapter 12:07] of Zimbabwe.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our main Privacy Policy, which provides further details on how we handle your personal information.

  1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log and visitor behaviour information. They are used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information to the school.

  1. Why We Use Cookies (Purpose of Processing)

Under Section 13 of the Act, data must be collected for explicit, specified, and legitimate purposes. We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly (Essential Cookies).
  • Analyse website traffic and usage patterns to improve our digital services (Analytics Cookies).
  • Remember your preferences, such as language settings (Functional Cookies).
  1. Lawful Basis for Processing
  • Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics and functional), we rely on your affirmative consent.
  • Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for the operation of the website, processing is based on the school’s legitimate interest in providing a functional digital platform.
  1. Categories of Data Collected

Through cookies, we may process the following Personal Information:

  • Online identifiers (e.g., IP addresses).
  • Device type and browser information.
  • Browsing history and interactions with our website.
  1. Your Choices: Managing Consent
  • Upon your first visit to our website, you will be presented with a clear cookie banner.
  • You will be asked to give your consent for the use of non-essential cookies. You are free to accept or decline these cookies.

In accordance with the Right to Consent Guidelines, we ensure that:

  • Active Opt-In: You must actively “opt-in” to non-essential cookies. We do not use pre-ticked boxes.
  • Unbundled Consent: Your agreement to cookies is separate from other school terms and conditions.
  • Right to Withdraw: You have the absolute right to withdraw your consent at any time through our cookie settings banner or browser settings. Withdrawal is free of charge and as easy as giving consent.
  1. Data Retention and Recipients
  • Retention: Cookie data is kept in an identifiable form for no longer than necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined above.
  • Third-Party Recipients: We share anonymized analytics data with Google Analytics. We have a Data Processing Addendum in place to ensure they maintain strict security measures.
  1. Data Subject Rights

As a website user, you have the right to:

  • Be informed of how your data is used.
  • Access the information we hold about you.
  • Object to processing for marketing purposes.
  • Rectify or delete inaccurate data.
  1. Updates to This Policy
  • We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data processing practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
  1. Contact Details

If you have questions about this policy, our use of your personal data or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officers (DPOs):

– School Name: St George’s College and Hartmann House Preparatory School

– DPOs: Chauya Isaac, Muhuru Loveson, Ziyageba Collen

– Email: compliance@stgeorges.co.zw

– Phone: +2638677020314 / 9

– Address: 3 Borrowdale Road, Harare, Zimbabwe