Last Updated: 4 October 2026
Scholarly Work (“Scholarly Work”, “we”, “us” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on scholarlywork.net (the “Website”) to support the functionality, security and performance of the Website.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we may use them, and the choices available to you.
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, Terms and Conditions and Terms of Use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet or other device when you visit a website.
Cookies allow websites to recognise your device, remember certain information and provide certain functions.
Some cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser, while others remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them.
2. Why We Use Cookies
Scholarly Work may use cookies and similar technologies for legitimate website-related purposes, including to:
- ensure that the Website functions properly;
- maintain website security;
- remember certain user preferences;
- improve website performance;
- understand how visitors use the Website;
- identify technical problems;
- analyse website traffic and usage patterns; and
- improve the Website and the services we provide.
We do not use cookies for the purpose of sending direct marketing or promotional messages to our clients.
3. Types of Cookies We May Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are necessary for certain functions of the Website to operate.
They may support functions such as:
- website security;
- page navigation;
- form functionality;
- session management; and
- other essential website features.
Because these cookies may be necessary for the operation and security of the Website, disabling them may affect the Website’s functionality.
3.2 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies may allow the Website to remember information or choices you make, such as certain preferences.
These cookies can help provide a more convenient and consistent experience when using the Website.
3.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies
Where analytics tools are used, cookies may help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.
This may include information such as:
- which pages are visited;
- how long visitors spend on pages;
- how visitors navigate through the Website;
- whether particular pages or features are functioning correctly; and
- general patterns of Website usage.
This information helps us understand Website performance and identify areas where the Website may be improved.
Analytics information is generally collected in an aggregated or statistical form where possible.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Certain features or services on the Website may be provided by third-party service providers.
These providers may place their own cookies or similar technologies on your device.
For example, third-party technologies may be used to support:
- website hosting;
- security;
- analytics;
- payment processing;
- embedded content;
- communication or contact functionality; and
- other technical Website functions.
Third-party providers may process information collected through their technologies in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Scholarly Work does not control the privacy practices of independent third-party providers.
5. Cookies and Personal Information
Some cookie information may constitute personal information where it can reasonably be linked to an identifiable individual.
Where information collected through cookies constitutes personal information, Scholarly Work will process that information in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data-protection legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal information collected through the Website is handled securely and only used for legitimate purposes.
6. Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your internet browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:
- view cookies stored on your device;
- delete existing cookies;
- block cookies;
- allow cookies only from certain websites; or
- receive a notification before cookies are stored.
The method for managing cookies differs between browsers and devices.
Please note that disabling or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of the Website.
7. Browser Settings
You can find information about managing cookies through the help or settings section of your browser.
Common browsers include:
- Google Chrome;
- Microsoft Edge;
- Mozilla Firefox;
- Safari; and
- Opera.
If you use a different browser or device, please refer to the relevant provider’s instructions.
8. How Long Cookies Remain on Your Device
The length of time a cookie remains on your device depends on the type of cookie.
Some cookies are session cookies, which are automatically deleted when you close your browser.
Other cookies are persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a specified period or until they are manually deleted.
The specific duration of any cookie may depend on the service or technology that places the cookie.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- our Website;
- the technologies we use;
- our services;
- applicable legislation; or
- our privacy practices.
When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or similar technologies, please contact Scholarly Work using the contact details provided on our Website.
Scholarly Work
Email: support@scholarlywork.net