FutureTek Institute

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how FutureTek Institute ("FutureTek", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy, unless you choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet or other device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites function efficiently, improve user experience, remember preferences and provide information regarding website usage and performance.

3. How FutureTek Uses Cookies

FutureTek may use cookies to:

• Ensure website functionality.
• Improve website performance.
• Remember user preferences.
• Enhance security and user experience.
• Analyse website traffic and visitor behaviour.
• Support marketing and advertising activities.
• Improve programme information and services.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website and enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, accessibility and user authentication.

Without these cookies, certain website features may not function correctly.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information regarding:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Navigation patterns
• Website performance
• Error reporting

This information assists FutureTek in improving website functionality and user experience.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow our website to remember user preferences and settings such as:

• Language preferences
• Region settings
• User preferences
• Form information

Marketing Cookies

Where applicable, marketing cookies may be used to:

• Measure campaign effectiveness
• Improve marketing communications
• Deliver relevant educational content
• Understand visitor interests

FutureTek does not knowingly use cookies to collect sensitive personal information.

5. Third-Party Cookies

FutureTek may use trusted third-party services that place cookies on our website.

These may include:

• Website analytics platforms
• Social media platforms
• Video hosting services
• Marketing and advertising platforms
• Learning management systems
• Student engagement tools

Third-party cookies are governed by the privacy policies of those providers.

6. Personal Information and Cookies

Certain cookies may collect information that could be associated with an individual user.

Where personal information is processed through cookies, FutureTek will process such information in accordance with:

• The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
• FutureTek's Privacy Notice
• FutureTek's POPIA & Data Protection Policy

7. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies.

You may choose to:

• Block cookies
• Delete cookies
• Limit cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are used

These settings can usually be managed within your browser settings menu.

Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality and user experience.

8. Cookie Consent

Where required by applicable laws and regulations, FutureTek may display cookie notices or consent banners when users access the website.

By continuing to use the website after receiving such notice, users may be deemed to have accepted the use of cookies as described in this policy.

9. FutureTek Learning Platforms

FutureTek's Learning Management Systems (LMS), student portals and related digital learning platforms may utilize cookies and session technologies to:

• Authenticate users
• Track learning progress
• Improve learning experiences
• Support student services
• Maintain system security

10. Changes to this Cookie Policy

FutureTek reserves the right to amend this Cookie Policy at any time.

Updated versions will be published on the FutureTek website and become effective upon publication.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, please contact:

FutureTek Institute
Email: privacy@futuretek.co.za
General Enquiries: info@futuretek.co.za
Website: www.futuretek.co.za

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