Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how short-term-loans.co.za (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website for visitors in South Africa.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help a site work, remember your preferences, and understand how you use the site. We may also use pixels and local storage for similar purposes.

How we use cookies

Strictly necessary – required for core functionality such as security, load balancing, and saving your cookie preferences.
Analytics – to measure aggregated traffic and improve UX (e.g., page performance, popular content). Data is reported in aggregate form.
Marketing & attribution – to correctly track outbound clicks on partner links and determine if a visit originated from our website. We do not process your loan application data; applications are completed on lender sites.

Third-party cookies

Some cookies may be set by service providers that help us with analytics or affiliate attribution. Those providers may process data in other countries; where they do so, we require appropriate safeguards.

How to manage cookies

Use the cookie banner on your first visit to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You can change your choice anytime via the site footer link “Cookie settings”.
Browser controls: you can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies can affect site functionality.

Do Not Track

We currently do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals due to industry standards not being finalised.

Updates

We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology or regulation. The “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

Contact

Questions about cookies? Email support@short-term-loans.co.za.