Cookies Policy
Last Updated: November 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how Motor Sales Academy (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on motorsalesacademy.co.za. By continuing to browse or use our site, you agree to our use of cookies as described below.
1) What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They help websites work properly, remember your preferences, and improve your experience. We also use pixels and local storage, which work similarly.
2) How We Use Cookies
- Essential – required for core functions like cart, checkout, account sign-in, course access (Tutor LMS), and security.
- Preferences – remember settings such as login state and selected options.
- Analytics – help us understand what content is useful so we can improve courses and the site.
- Marketing – used only if enabled (e.g., measuring campaign performance). We do not sell your personal data.
3) Who Sets These Cookies?
- First-party (Motor Sales Academy) – cookies we set for our shop and learning platform.
- Third-party – trusted providers that help with payments (PayFast), course delivery (Tutor LMS), and optional analytics.
4) Cookies We Use (illustrative)
Names and durations may vary by browser, theme, and plugin versions.
| Cookie | Purpose | Provider / Duration |
|---|---|---|
woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart |
Keeps your cart contents while you browse. | WooCommerce / session |
wp_woocommerce_session_* |
Unique code for your cart/session so you can proceed to checkout. | WooCommerce / up to 2 days |
tutor_user_* / tls_* |
Remembers your course progress and enrollment status. | Tutor LMS / session–persistent |
__pf_* (example) |
Facilitates secure payments and fraud prevention. | PayFast / session–persistent |
_ga, _gid (optional) |
Anonymous analytics to understand site usage and improve content. | Google Analytics / 1 day–2 years |
5) Managing Cookies
You can control cookies in two ways:
- Browser controls – block or delete cookies in your browser settings. This may affect features like cart or course access.
- Consent banner – if our banner is displayed, use it to update your preferences at any time.
6) Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes to our website, services, or legal requirements. We will post any changes on this page and update the “Last Updated” date.
7) Contact Us
Motor Sales Academy
Cape Town, South Africa
Email: admin@motorsalesacademy.co.za
For information on how we handle personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.