Cookie Policy
Last updated: 24 July 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Venue of Joy Investments (Pty) Ltd (“Venue of Joy”, “we”, “us” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described below. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using the cookie settings on our site.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, and to provide information to the site’s owners.
We also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags and local storage, which we refer to collectively as “cookies” in this policy.
2. Why we use cookies
We use cookies to:
- Make our website function correctly and securely.
- Remember your preferences and choices.
- Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
- Measure the performance of our marketing, including Google Ads.
3. Types of cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core features such as page navigation, form submissions and secure areas. The site cannot function properly without them, so they cannot be switched off.
Performance and analytics cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. We use this to improve the way our site works and the content we offer.
Functionality cookies
These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your region or preferences) to provide a more personalised experience.
Marketing and advertising cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns, including Google Ads. They may be set by us or by third-party providers on our behalf.
4. Cookies we use on this website
The table below sets out the main cookies used on this site. Specific cookies may change from time to time.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Venue of Joy | Enable core website functionality | Session |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Measure and report on website usage | Up to 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguish users | 24 hours |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Measure conversions from ad clicks | Up to 3 months |
| Consent preferences | Venue of Joy | Remember your cookie choices | Up to 12 months |
5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as Google Analytics and Google Ads. These providers may collect information about your online activities across websites over time. We do not control these cookies, and we recommend reviewing the relevant third-party privacy policies for more information.
6. Managing your cookie preferences
You can manage or withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time by:
- Using the cookie preferences option on our website.
- Adjusting the cookie settings in your browser to block or delete cookies.
- Using browser add-ons such as the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that if you disable certain cookies, some parts of our website may not function as intended.
7. Your privacy rights
We process personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA). For more information on how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
9. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
Venue of Joy Investments (Pty) Ltd
Email: theo@venueofjoy.co.za
Phone: 083 334 3801
WhatsApp: 083 334 3801
Johannesburg, South Africa