Cookie Policy

Gold FM 104.3 uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at goldfm.co.za to operate the site, remember your preferences, and understand how you use it. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types we use, and how you can manage them.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle your personal information more broadly.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter information each time you visit. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our Site:

• Essential cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as the live audio player, navigation, and security. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they can only be disabled by changing your browser preferences.
• Preference cookies: These remember choices you make (such as dismissing the subscribe popup during your session) to improve your experience. These are typically stored only for the duration of your browsing session.
• Analytics cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the site's content and performance over time.

Session vs Persistent Cookies

Cookies fall into two categories based on how long they remain on your device:

• Session cookies: These are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser. We use session storage to remember that you have dismissed the subscribe popup so it doesn't reappear during your visit.
• Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. They are used to remember your preferences across visits.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services we use, such as our hosting platform, analytics providers, or payment processors (Paystack). These third parties have their own cookie and privacy policies, and we do not control their use of cookies. We only work with providers that we believe handle data responsibly.

How to Manage Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. You can usually find these settings under "Privacy" or "Security" in your browser's settings menu.
• Deleting cookies: You can delete cookies that have already been placed on your device through your browser's settings.
• Private browsing: Using "incognito" or "private" mode in your browser will prevent most cookies from being stored on your device.

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website, including the live audio player and navigation features.

Cookies and Your Privacy

Cookies themselves do not personally identify you. They do, however, allow us to recognise your device and remember your preferences. The information collected through cookies is used in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information such as your name, address, or payment details.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Gold FM 104.3
• Email: info@goldfm.co.za
• Phone: 057 353 3500
• Address: Welkom, Free State, South Africa