Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how TattooINC uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It applies to visitors and customers in South Africa and supports our obligations under POPIA.

What are cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They remember actions and preferences. Some cookies are essential for the store to work. Others measure performance and improve the experience.

How we use cookies

  • Essential (required): Security, checkout, account login, cart state, and session continuity.
  • Performance and analytics: Google Analytics for page views, traffic sources, and site usage.
  • Marketing: Meta Pixel for campaign measurement and audience reach.
  • Functionality: Preferences such as language and display settings.
  • Embedded media: YouTube or Instagram embeds on product or blog pages may set their own cookies.

Legal basis and consent

  • Essential cookies run to provide the service you request.
  • Analytics and marketing cookies run only with your consent.
  • You can change your choice at any time using “Cookie Settings” in the footer.

What data cookies collect

  • Device type, browser, and approximate location (city or region level).
  • Pages viewed, time on page, and referring links.
  • Cart state and checkout steps (no payment card data stored in cookies).
  • Campaign tags for traffic attribution such as UTM parameters.

Retention

  • Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies last from 24 hours to 24 months, depending on purpose.
  • You can delete cookies at any time in your browser.

Third-party cookies

Google Analytics

Measures site usage and performance. Example cookie names: _ga, _gid.

Meta Pixel

Measures ad performance and audience insights. Example cookie name: _fbp.

YouTube and Instagram

Set cookies when media is embedded. Example names: VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, YSC.

These providers set and process their own cookies. Their policies apply to those cookies.

Managing cookies

  • Use “Cookie Settings” in the footer to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
  • Block or delete cookies in your browser settings.
  • If you block some cookies, parts of the site may not function as expected.

Your rights under POPIA

  • Access, correct, or delete personal information we hold where applicable.
  • Withdraw consent for analytics and marketing cookies at any time.
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.

Contact

Questions about this policy or cookies on our site:

  • Email: info@tattooinc.co.za
  • WhatsApp: +27 82 418 6448

See our Privacy Policy for more on how we process personal information.

Last updated: 18 October 2025