Cookie Policy South Africa
Par 72 Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 18 August 2025
Last Updated: 18 August 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Par 72 (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://par72.co.za to provide you with the best possible user experience, comply with South African POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) requirements, and ensure transparency in how we collect and process information.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and provide insights into how the site is being used.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Strictly Necessary Cookies – Required for the website to function (e.g., security, bookings, login).
Performance & Analytics Cookies – To understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
Marketing Cookies – To deliver relevant advertising on platforms like Google, Facebook, and Instagram.
Functionality Cookies – To remember your preferences, such as login details or loyalty programme access.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies – Temporary, deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies – Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.
First-Party Cookies – Placed directly by Par 72.
Third-Party Cookies – Set by service providers (e.g., Google, Meta, Booking systems).
4. Your Consent & Control
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Manage cookie preferences by category
You may also adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Please note, however, that disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality (e.g., online bookings may not work correctly).
5. Third-Party Services
Our website may integrate third-party tools, including but not limited to:
Google Analytics & GA4 – Website performance and analytics
Google Ads / Meta Pixel / Microsoft Ads UET – Advertising and remarketing
Booking System (YourGolfBooking.com) – Online reservations
Loyalty System (par72.5loyalty.com) – Member login and rewards
These providers may use cookies to collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
6. How to Manage or Delete Cookies
Browser Controls – You can clear or block cookies directly via your browser settings.
Consent Banner – Adjust preferences anytime via our cookie banner.
Opt-Out Tools – Some providers (e.g., Google) offer ad personalisation opt-outs.
7. Your Privacy Rights under POPIA
Under South Africa’s POPIA Act, you have the right to:
Know what personal information we collect.
Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data.
Withdraw consent for cookie tracking (except strictly necessary cookies).
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Par 72: 793 Olympus Dr, Shop 29, Glen Village Shopping Centre, Faerie Glen, Pretoria, 0082
Email: marketing@par72.co.za
WhatsApp: 072 390 1897
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.”
