Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how German Motors (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This policy is designed to comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site load correctly, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.

Cookies may collect information such as:

  • Your device type

  • Browser information

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on the website

  • IP address

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. Without them, key features may not work.
They are used to:

  • Enable navigation

  • Support secure sessions

  • Remember your privacy preferences

These cookies do not require your consent.

2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve functionality and user experience.
They collect aggregated, anonymous data such as:

  • Visitor counts

  • Page views

  • Loading times

  • General navigation patterns

Examples include Google Analytics cookies (if used).

2.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, including:

  • Saved form inputs

  • Language or region settings

  • User preferences

These enhance convenience and personalisation.

2.4 Advertising & Tracking Cookies (if applicable)

If used, these cookies help:

  • Display relevant advertisements

  • Track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns

  • Improve targeted communication

We only activate these cookies with your explicit consent.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site may be placed by third-party services such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • Social media plugins (e.g., Facebook, Instagram)

  • Embedded videos or maps

We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to their privacy or cookie policies for more information.

4. Cookie Consent

When you visit our website, a cookie notice will ask you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Manage cookie preferences

Essential cookies remain active regardless of consent.

You may change your cookie preferences at any time.

5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through:

  • Our cookie banner controls

  • Your browser settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari)

Please note: disabling cookies may impact site functionality or performance.

6. POPIA Compliance and Personal Information

Some cookies may collect personal information as defined by POPIA, such as:

  • IP addresses

  • Device identifiers

  • Online identifiers

We process this information in accordance with POPIA principles:

  • Lawfulness

  • Minimality

  • Security

  • Transparency

  • Purpose limitation

For more details on how we protect your information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in the law

  • Updates to our website

  • Improvements in our practices

Any changes will be posted here with an updated “Effective Date.”

8. Contact Us

For questions or requests relating to this Cookie Policy, please contact:

German Motors
45 Boom Street
Zeerust
2865
North West
Email: info@germanmotors.co.za
Tell: (018)-642-5010