This Cookie Policy explains how witness.net.au (“the Website”) uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse performance, and support essential functionality. By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and analyse how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies may be:
Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)
First‑party cookies (set by this Website)
Third‑party cookies (set by external services)
3. HOW WE USE COOKIES
We use cookies for the following purposes:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for the Website to function properly, including:
Account login
Listing management
Checkout and payment processing
Security and fraud prevention
You cannot disable essential cookies.
3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website, including:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Click behaviour
Browser and device information
We use this data to improve Website performance and user experience.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences, such as:
Saved searches
Listing filters
Language or display settings
3.4 Advertising & Third‑Party Cookies
We may use third‑party services that set cookies, including:
Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
Embedded content or external links
These providers may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
4. THIRD PARTY SERVICES THAT MAY USE COOKIES
The Website may integrate with third‑party platforms, including:
Stripe (payment processing)
WooCommerce (checkout functionality)
GeoDirectory (listing management)
Google Analytics (traffic analysis)
Social media platforms (if links or embeds are used)
We do not control third‑party cookies.
5. MANAGING COOKIES
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality, including:
Logging in
Viewing listings
Completing payments
Saving preferences
For best performance, we recommend keeping cookies enabled.
6. CONSENT
By continuing to use witness.net.au, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy. You may withdraw consent by adjusting your browser settings or discontinuing use of the Website.
7. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of updated terms.
8. CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us through the Contact page on witness.net.au.