Cookie Policy
Last updated: 23 March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Sebenza NZ Ltd (“Sebenza”, “we”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and web application.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and improve your experience. Similar technologies include local storage and session storage.
2. Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function and cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-*-auth-token | Authentication session (Supabase) | Session / 7 days |
| sb-*-auth-token-code-verifier | PKCE verification for secure login | Session |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Stores your language/region preference | 1 year |
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality like remembering your preferences.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers light/dark mode preference | 1 year |
| sidebar-collapsed | Remembers sidebar state | Session |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We currently do not use third-party analytics cookies. If we introduce analytics in the future, this policy will be updated and you will be notified.
2.4 Third-Party Services
Some features of the Platform involve third-party services that may set their own cookies or load external resources:
- Stripe — payment processing may set cookies for fraud prevention
- Xero / Employment Hero — OAuth or API authentication may set cookies during the connection flow
- flagcdn.com — country flag images loaded for phone number country selectors (no cookies set, images only)
3. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage for:
- Caching user preferences and UI state
- Storing offline-capable data for the Progressive Web App (PWA)
- Temporary form data to prevent loss during navigation
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Please note that disabling essential cookies will prevent you from logging in and using the Platform.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.