Cookie Policy
Last updated: 19 July 2022
This Cookie Policy applies to users of this website who are located in South Africa and is aligned with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”).
1. Introduction
Our website, operating under the domain https://amethyst.energy (hereinafter referred to as “the website”), uses cookies and similar technologies. For ease of reference, all such technologies are referred to as “cookies”.
Cookies may be placed by Amethyst or by selected third-party service providers engaged to support website functionality, analytics, or marketing activities.
This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices available to you.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are stored by your web browser and allow the website to recognise your device on future visits, enabling functionality, analytics, and user preferences to be remembered.
3. What are scripts?
Scripts are pieces of software code that help the website function correctly and interactively. Scripts may run on our servers or directly on your device and are necessary for certain website features to operate.
4. What are web beacons?
Web beacons (also known as pixel tags) are small, invisible elements embedded in a website or email. They are used to monitor website traffic, usage patterns, and the effectiveness of communications by collecting limited technical data.
5. Types of cookies we use
5.1 Essential (functional) cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and remembering your preferences. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not operate as intended.
Under POPIA, these cookies may be used without explicit consent where they are strictly necessary for the provision of the website.
5.2 Analytics (statistics) cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting aggregated and anonymised information, such as page visits and traffic sources. This allows us to improve website performance and user experience.
These cookies are only placed with your consent.
5.3 Marketing and tracking cookies
Marketing or tracking cookies may be used to build user profiles, measure campaign performance, or deliver relevant advertising across websites. These cookies may track users across multiple sites.
We only place these cookies with your explicit consent.
6. Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie notice explaining our use of cookies. By selecting your preferences and confirming them, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
You may withdraw or change your consent at any time through your browser settings or any cookie management tools provided on the website.
7. Managing and deleting cookies
You can configure your browser to block or delete cookies, or to notify you when cookies are being placed. Instructions for managing cookies can be found in your browser’s help section.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website.
8. Your rights under POPIA
In accordance with POPIA, you have the right to:
Be informed about the collection and use of your personal information
Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction, deletion, or restriction of your personal information
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Object to the processing of your personal information on reasonable grounds
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. Contact details
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our data protection practices, please contact:
Amethyst
Website: https://amethyst.energy
Email: info@amethyst.energy
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) if you believe your personal information has been processed unlawfully.