
Our Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 2025
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Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Omega Sportz Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.omegasportz.com. This policy provides clear information about the cookies we use, why we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please disable them using the instructions provided below.
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What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
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Types of storage technologies we use:
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Cookies: Small text files stored on your device
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Local Storage: Similar to cookies but can store more information
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Session Storage: Temporary storage that's deleted when you close your browser
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Pixels/Tags: Small transparent images that track user behaviour
How we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential cookies (strictly necessary)
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems.
Examples:
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Session cookies to remember form information
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Security cookies for user authentication
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Cookie consent preferences
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Load balancing to ensure website stability
Functional cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
Examples:
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Remembering your location preference for services
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Storing accessibility settings
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Remembering if you've completed a survey
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Saving your booking preferences
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Performance/Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.
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Google Analytics for visitor statistics
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Page load time monitoring
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Error tracking and reporting
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Testing different page designs
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Marketing/Targeting cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.
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Facebook Pixel for targeted advertising
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Google Ads for remarketing campaigns
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Social media sharing buttons
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Tracking conversions from advertisements
Specific cookies we use
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
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fr | Enables ad delivery | Marketing | 3 months | |
_fbp | Tracks visits for advertising | Marketing | 3 months | |
PHPSESSID | Omega Sportz | Maintains user session | Essential | Session |
cookieconsent_status | Omega Sportz | Stores cookie consent | Essential | 1 year |
_gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | Analytics | 1 minute |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | Analytics | 24 hours |
_ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | Analytics | 2 years |
Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party providers include:
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Google Analytics
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Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
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Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
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Facebook/Meta
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Purpose: Social media integration and advertising
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Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policy/cookies
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Your cookie choices
Cookie consent
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
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Accept all cookies
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Reject non-essential cookies
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Manage individual cookie preferences
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Browser settings
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 > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Internet Explorer: Settings > Internet Options > Privacy
Note: Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality.
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Specific opt-out options
Analytics Cookies:
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Google Analytics Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
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Or adjust via our cookie consent tool
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Marketing Cookies:
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Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info
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European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu
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Network Advertising Initiative: http://optout.networkadvertising.org
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Social Media Cookies:
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Manage via your social media account settings
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Use browser extensions to block social media tracking
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Impact of refusing cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may experience:
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Essential cookies disabled:
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Unable to complete bookings
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Cannot maintain logged-in session
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Security features may not function
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Payment processing unavailable
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Functional cookies disabled:
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Preferences not remembered between visits
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Need to re-enter information each visit
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Accessibility settings not saved
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Analytics cookies disabled:
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No impact on your experience
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We won't be able to improve our site based on usage data
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Marketing cookies disabled:
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Less relevant advertisements
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May still see generic ads
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Social sharing features may not work
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Cookies and personal information
Most cookies don't contain personal information. However, when combined with other information we hold, some cookies may constitute personal data. Where this occurs, we handle this data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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Information cookies may collect:
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IP address (usually anonymised)
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Browser and device information
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Pages visited and time spent
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Referring website
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General location (country/city level)
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Cookies used in emails
We may use tracking pixels in our emails to:
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Confirm email delivery
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Track if emails are opened
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Monitor which links are clicked
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Improve our email communications
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You can disable email tracking by:
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Setting your email client to not load images
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Unsubscribing from marketing emails
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Contacting us to opt-out of tracking
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Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
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Changes in our cookie usage
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New legal requirements
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Guidance from regulatory authorities
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New features on our website
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Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we may:
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Display a notice on our website
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Request renewed consent for cookies
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Email registered users
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Cookie policy for specific services
Online booking system
Essential cookies required for:
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Maintaining booking session
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Storing selected services
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Processing payments securely
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Preventing booking conflicts
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HAF application system
Cookies necessary for:
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Saving application progress
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Eligibility verification
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Document upload functionality
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Form validation
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Children and cookies
Our website is designed for parents/guardians to book services for children. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has accessed our site unsupervised, please contact us.
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Contact us about cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Omega Sportz Ltd
Email: info@omegasportz.com
Phone: 020 8051 0201
Address: 78 Cleve Road, Sidcup, DA14 4RR
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For general information about cookies, visit:
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Information Commissioner's Office: https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies
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All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org
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Legal basis for using cookies
We use cookies based on:
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Consent: For analytics and marketing cookies (you can withdraw anytime)
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Legitimate interests: For functional cookies that improve user experience
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Legal obligation: For cookies required for security and fraud prevention
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Contract: For cookies essential to provide booked services
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International visitors
Our website is intended for UK users. If you visit from outside the UK:
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Cookies work the same way
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Data may be transferred to the UK
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UK data protection laws apply
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You have the same cookie choices
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Accessibility
This Cookie Policy is designed to be accessible to all users. If you need this policy in an alternative format:
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Large print version available
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Screen reader compatible format
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Easy-read version for those with learning disabilities
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Contact us at info@omegasportz.com for alternative formats.
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Technical information
Cookie attributes we use:
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Secure: Cookies only sent over HTTPS
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HttpOnly: Prevents JavaScript access (security)
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SameSite: Prevents cross-site request forgery
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Domain: Specifies which domains can receive cookie
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Path: Limits cookie to specific site sections
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Expires/Max-Age: Determines cookie lifespan
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Cookie consent tool
Our website uses a cookie consent management tool that:
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Remembers your preferences
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Allows granular control
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Updates preferences anytime
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Complies with UK GDPR
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Works across all devices
Access cookie preferences anytime via the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
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This Cookie Policy is effective as of November 2025.
