Cookie Policy
Last updated: 3 October 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies WMP IT WorkX uses, and how you can control them. For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners. Cookies cannot execute code or deliver viruses to your device.
2. Cookies We Use
| Cookie name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
connect.sid |
Essential | Session management — keeps you logged in and maintains your shopping cart across pages | 7 days |
wmpit_cookie_consent |
Essential | Remembers your cookie consent preference so we don't show the banner on every page | 1 year |
flash messages |
Essential | Temporary messages that confirm actions (e.g. "Order placed successfully") | Session only |
3. Essential Cookies
The cookies we use are strictly necessary for the website to function. They enable core features such as:
- Keeping you logged in to your account
- Maintaining your shopping cart between pages
- Processing secure checkout
- Displaying confirmation messages
- Protecting against cross-site request forgery
Because these cookies are strictly necessary, they cannot be disabled without breaking the website.
4. Third-Party Cookies
When you proceed to payment, you are redirected to PayFast, a PCI-DSS compliant payment gateway. PayFast may set their own cookies during the payment process. These are governed by PayFast's Privacy Policy.
We use the following third-party resources which may set functional cookies:
- Google Fonts — font delivery (no tracking)
- Font Awesome (CDN) — icons (no tracking)
5. How to Control Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:
Please note that blocking essential cookies will affect the functionality of this website, including login, shopping cart and checkout.
6. Your Consent
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will be displayed. By clicking "Accept Cookies" you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as our website or technology changes. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
8. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Email info@wmpit.co.za.