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Cookie & Tracking Policy

Transparency is the bedrock of trust. We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure the Braai platform remains fast, secure, and personalized to your circle.

Last Updated: 15 May 2026

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, keep your session secure, and understand how people use Braai. We follow a Privacy-First approach, only using cookies that are strictly necessary for the platform's health.

2. How We Use "Warmth-Persistence"

We use cookies to maintain your connection to the community:

Authentication: These essential cookies keep you logged in as you move between circles and marketplace listings.
Preference Storage: We remember your theme choices (e.g., Dark Mode) and accessibility settings.
Vibe Memory: Functional cookies help us remember which "Sentiment Vibe" filters you have active in your gatherings.

3. Cookie Categories

🔒 Essential

Required for basic functionality and security. These cannot be disabled. They handle login state, CSRF protection, and marketplace escrow security.

📊 Analytical

Help us count visits and traffic sources. We use this anonymized data to optimize our "Infinity Polish" animations and platform speed.

4. Third-Party Infrastructure

Braai leverages trusted infrastructure providers who may set cookies to ensure reliability:

Firebase (Google): Used for secure user authentication and real-time database syncing.
PayFast/Stripe: Used to secure the payment environment during Marketplace transactions.

5. Managing Your Choices

You have full control over your digital footprint:

Consent Banner: Upon your first visit, you can choose to decline non-essential analytical cookies.
Browser Settings: You can block or delete cookies via your browser's privacy settings. Note that blocking essential cookies will prevent the Braai platform from functioning correctly.

6. Protection of Minors

 Zero Tracking: For accounts identified as minors, Braai disables all analytical, functional, and behavioral tracking by default. Only essential security and session cookies are permitted.

Have data concerns?

Our Privacy Team is available to answer any questions about your tracking settings.

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