Cookies Policy

Effective date: 13 October 2025

1. Introduction

At Hustlefella (“we”, “us”, “our”), we use cookies and similar technologies (collectively, “Cookies”) on our website https://hustlefella.com (“Website”) to help us enhance user experience, operate smoothly, understand how the site is used, and deliver relevant content.

This Cookies Policy explains:

• what Cookies are,
• the types of Cookies we use,
• how we use them,
• how you can control or opt out of Cookies,
• what rights you have under applicable privacy laws (including POPIA in South Africa, GDPR in the EU, etc.).

By continuing to use or browse the Website, you agree to the placement of Cookies as described in this policy (unless you disable or block them as described below).

2. What are Cookies & similar technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your browser or device when you visit a website. They can store information about your browsing session or preferences. Similar technologies include local storage, web beacons, tracking pixels, etc. Some cookies expire when you close your browser (“session cookies”), others may persist for longer periods (“persistent cookies”).

3. Types of Cookies we use

Here are the general categories of Cookies we commonly use, and examples of what they are used for on Hustlefella:

4. How we use Cookies

We use Cookies for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Ensuring secure login and session integrity.
• Keeping your cart contents and vendor dashboard working properly.
• Remembering your preferences (language, region, display options).
• Monitoring and improving Site performance and usability.
• Generating anonymous aggregate statistics to help us understand usage and improve the site.
• Providing targeted content, offers or ads (where you have consented).
• Preventing fraud and securing the site.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some Cookies are set by third parties on our site. Examples include:

• Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics)
• Advertising or social media networks
• Payment providers, external embedded content or widgets

We do not control those third parties’ cookies; you should consult their respective privacy & cookie policies to see how they use your data.

6. Your choices: managing & disabling Cookies

You have several options for managing Cookies:

1. Cookie Banner / Preference Center
   On your first visit you should see a cookie banner / pop-up that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing etc.).

2. Browser settings
   You can change settings in your browser to block or delete cookies. Note: if you disable essential cookies, some parts of the Website may not function properly (login, checkout, vendor tools, etc.).

3. Opt-out tools
   Where applicable, opt-out tools may be provided by third parties (e.g. Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on).

4. Contact us
   If you have difficulties managing cookies, you can contact us at grind@hustlefella.com for assistance.

7. Legal bases & compliance

We process cookie-related data under lawful grounds as required by applicable laws:

• Under POPIA: collection and processing via cookies is lawful if reasonably required, if users have been informed and have given consent (where required), and harmonised with principles such as minimality, purpose limitation, security, etc.
• Under GDPR / ePrivacy rules: non-essential cookies require informed consent before placing them; essential cookies are allowed without explicit consent if they are strictly necessary.
• For users from other jurisdictions: we adhere to privacy laws in your country or region as far as applicable.

8. Retention of cookie data

How long Cookies stay depends on their type:

• Session cookies: expire when you close browser.
• Persistent cookies (analytics, preference etc.): may remain for a few days to a few years depending on provider and purpose.
• Where identifiable data is stored or linked to your identity, we delete or anonymize it when no longer needed, per our data retention policy in the Privacy Policy.

9. Children & minors

We do not knowingly place non-essential cookies on the devices of children under the applicable age (13 or local minimum age). If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has used our site without consent for cookies, contact us and we will remove or disable those cookies where possible.

10. Updates & changes to this policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time (for example due to changes in technology, law or our practices). We will post the updated version on the Website, with the effective date updated. Where required, we will provide notice (e.g. via the cookie banner or email) of substantial changes.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions, complaints, or requests related to Cookies or to exercise your rights related to Cookies, please contact:

Email: grind@hustlefella.com
Company / Legal entity: Hustlefella
Address: Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Appendix – which specific Cookies we use on Hustlefella (examples)

Here’s a list of actual cookies used on our Website: