Cookies Policy
Last updated: 18 August 2025
1) Who we are
This website is operated by Hampshire Fitness Centre (“HFC”, “we”, “us”). Questions? Email info@hampshirefitnesscentre.com with subject “Cookies”.
2) What are cookies?
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help a website work, remember preferences and understand usage. We also use similar tech (pixels, local storage).
3) How we use cookies (categories)
We only load non-essential cookies with your consent.
Essential (required): security, login, checkout, load balancing. The site won’t work properly without these.
Analytics (optional): aggregated stats on visits and behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics 4) so we can improve the site.
Functional/Marketing (optional): remember preferences and, if enabled, measure marketing performance (e.g., Meta Pixel). We don’t show third-party ads on the site.
4) Your choices
On first visit you’ll see our banner with: Accept all, Reject non-essential, or Manage preferences (toggle categories). You can change your choices anytime via Cookie Preferences in the footer. You can also block/delete cookies in your browser settings; some features may then not work.
5) Cookies we set / may set
Essential (always on)
Squarespace: ss_cid, ss_cpvisit, ss_cvisit, ss_cookieAllowed – session & security
Member Areas / Login: session tokens to keep you signed in
Checkout/Payments: Stripe/PayPal cookies during payment flow (fraud prevention, session continuity)
Analytics (optional)
Google Analytics 4: _ga, _ga_* – visitor metrics (2 years / 90 days variants)
Functional/Marketing
Meta Pixel: _fbp – measurement/attribution (90 days)
TikTok/Other pixels: similar attribution cookies (varies)
Scheduling / Bookings
Squarespace Scheduling (Acuity): session cookies to keep your booking in progress
We don’t control third-party cookie lifespans; see their policies: Google, Stripe, PayPal, Meta, Squarespace, Squarespace Scheduling (Acuity).
6) Lawful basis
Essential cookies: our legitimate interests in providing a secure, functioning site.
Analytics/Functional/Marketing: consent (you can withdraw anytime via preferences).
7) Children
We don’t knowingly profile children. Parents/guardians can contact us to manage a child’s data.
8) Changes to this policy
If we add/remove tools or categories, we’ll update this page and adjust the banner.
9) Contact
Questions or requests about cookies and consent: Email info@hampshirefitnesscentre.com.