Cookie Policy

 

CycleSphere Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 12 Febuary 2025

At CycleSphere, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, improve functionality, and provide personalized content.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, track your activity, and improve performance. Similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage, serve similar purposes and are also covered by this policy.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

2.1 Essential Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly, such as enabling you to add items to your cart, log into your account, or complete a purchase.

  • Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies.

  • Duration: Typically session-based (deleted when you close your browser).

  • Consent: These cookies do not require consent as they are essential for the operation of the site.

2.2 Analytics Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website, such as tracking page visits, time spent on pages, and click-through rates. This data helps us improve our site and services.

  • Examples: Google Analytics, other third-party analytics tools.

  • Duration: May be session-based or persistent (stored for a set period, e.g., 1 year).

  • Consent: We will only use these cookies with your prior consent, where required by law.

2.3 Marketing Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver personalised advertisements and promotions based on your browsing behavior. They may also track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

  • Examples: Social media pixels, ad network cookies.

  • Duration: Typically persistent for 1 year.

  • Consent: We will only use these cookies with your prior consent, where required by law.

2.4 Functional Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your language preferences or saved items in your cart.

  • Examples: Preference cookies, customisation cookies.

  • Duration: May be session-based or persistent.

  • Consent: We will only use these cookies with your prior consent, where required by law.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party providers to place cookies on our website for analytics, advertising, or other purposes. These third parties include:

  • Analytics Providers: E.g., Google Analytics, to analyse user behavior and improve site performance.

  • Advertising Partners: E.g., social media platforms or ad networks, to deliver targeted ads.

  • Service Providers: E.g., payment gateways or customer support tools, to facilitate transactions and support.

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them for more information.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly and securely.

  • Analyse user behavior to improve site performance and user experience.

  • Personalize your experience, such as recommending products based on your browsing history.

  • Deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness.

  • Remember your preferences, such as language or currency settings.