Cookie Policy
Last Updated: August 25, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login information. They help improve your browsing experience and allow websites to function more effectively.
2. How We Use Cookies
Old Village Gym uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Maintaining your login session
- Remembering your preferences
- Processing transactions
- Security and fraud prevention
Without these cookies, the Site may not work properly.
2.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies, including Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use our Site. These cookies collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Links clicked
- Traffic sources
- Device and browser information
This information helps us improve our Site and services. Google may use this data for its own purposes, such as improving Google services. For more information, see Google’s privacy policy.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices to provide a personalized experience, such as:
- Language preferences
- Font size preferences
- Saved login information
- Membership details
2.4 Marketing Cookies
We may use marketing cookies to track your interests and deliver targeted advertisements. These cookies may be set by third-party advertising networks and allow advertisers to serve ads tailored to your interests across the internet.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name/Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your login session | Until you close your browser |
| Preferences | Remembers your preferences and settings | Up to 1 year |
| Google Analytics | Tracks website usage and analytics | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing/Advertising | Delivers targeted ads and tracks conversions | Varies (typically 30 days to 2 years) |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who may set their own cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics: For website usage analytics
- Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
- Advertising Networks: For targeted advertising and remarketing
- Social Media Platforms: If you interact with social media content on our Site
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies to understand how they use your data.
5. Your Cookie Choices
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can:
- Allow all cookies (default setting in most browsers)
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Block specific types of cookies (e.g., third-party cookies)
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
How to Manage Cookies in Common Browsers:
- Google Chrome: Click Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Click Menu → Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Click Safari → Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Click Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and other site permissions
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly, including:
- Logging into your membership account
- Saving your preferences
- Processing payments
- Receiving personalized content
Essential cookies are necessary for the Site to operate, so we recommend allowing at least essential cookies.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. However, there is no standard agreement on how websites should respond to DNT signals. We currently do not specifically respond to DNT signals, but we do respect your privacy choices regarding cookies and marketing communications.
8. Your Consent
By using the Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you change your mind, you can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by contacting us at admin@oldvillagegym.com.
9. Google Analytics and Data Collection
We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of the Site, including:
- Your IP address
- Pages visited
- Referring URL
- Browser type and operating system
- Time and date of your visit
Google may use this data to build profiles of users across multiple websites. For more information about how Google uses data, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Old Village Gym
Mount Pleasant, SC
Email: admin@oldvillagegym.com
12. Additional Resources
- All About Cookies – Information about cookies and privacy
- Your Online Choices – Manage online advertising preferences
- Google Privacy Policy