Cookies Policy

Last updated: 02 November 2026

This Cookies Policy explains how Detectlo.net uses cookies and similar technologies on our website dedicated to celebrity culture and entertainment in South Africa. It applies to all visitors and users accessing our commercial online magazine platform.

What Cookies and Similar Technologies Are

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They can store or access information such as your preferences, browsing history and device details. Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels and local storage that serve comparable purposes. In the context of an entertainment magazine focused on South African celebrities, these tools help us deliver relevant articles, videos and interactive features about local stars and events.

Why the Site Uses Cookies

We employ cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, remember your settings, analyse traffic patterns and provide personalised content related to South African entertainment news. This supports our commercial operations by improving user experience and enabling targeted advertising for entertainment services and products popular in South Africa.

Categories of Cookies We Use

Strictly necessary cookies enable core site functions such as navigation and security. Functional cookies remember preferences like language or region for South African users. Analytics or performance cookies track visits and interactions to improve content about celebrity culture. Advertising or targeting cookies deliver relevant promotions for entertainment events. Social-media cookies facilitate sharing of articles on platforms popular in South Africa.

First-Party Versus Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by Detectlo.net to manage your session on our entertainment magazine site. Third-party cookies come from external providers such as analytics services or advertising networks that help us reach audiences interested in South African celebrity news. Both types are used to support our operations under applicable South African law.

Session Versus Persistent Cookies

Session cookies exist only while your browser is open and are deleted when you close it. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period, such as up to 24 months for analytics purposes or shorter durations for advertising, allowing us to recognise returning visitors interested in ongoing entertainment stories from South Africa.

Data Handled and Purpose of Each Category

Strictly necessary cookies handle basic identifiers for site access. Functional cookies store user choices to personalise the experience. Analytics cookies process aggregated usage data to refine our coverage of celebrity culture. Advertising cookies collect browsing interests to show relevant ads. Social cookies manage sharing data. All processing complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act in South Africa.

Consent or Exemption Basis Under South African Law

Under POPIA and the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, strictly necessary cookies operate without consent as they are essential. Other categories require your consent, which we obtain through our site-wide cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.

Cookie Provider Table

Name: _ga; Purpose: Analytics tracking; Provider: Google Analytics; Category: Analytics; Duration: 2 years
Name: _fbp; Purpose: Advertising targeting; Provider: Meta; Category: Advertising; Duration: 3 months
Name: session_id; Purpose: Session management; Provider: Detectlo.net; Category: Strictly necessary; Duration: Session

How the Consent Manager Works

Our cookie banner allows you to accept, reject or customise preferences for each category. Changes are saved and can be updated via a link in the footer. Withdrawing consent stops further use of non-essential cookies while maintaining site functionality.

Browser-Level Controls

You can manage cookies through your browser settings to block or delete them. Disabling cookies may limit features such as personalised entertainment recommendations or commenting on celebrity articles, though core content remains accessible.

International Transfers

Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside South Africa. We ensure appropriate safeguards as detailed in our Privacy Policy. Please refer to that document for full information on data handling practices.

Policy Changes and Contact

We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always appear on this page. For questions, contact us using the form on our Contacts page or email help@detectlo.net. Our address is 15 Wellington Road, Durbanville, Cape Town, 7550, South Africa.