COOKIES POLICY

Aberdeen Bowling Club

Last updated: 07/04/26

Aberdeen Bowling Club is a private club, run voluntarily by members. This Cookies Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on our website. As a volunteer-run private club based in the UK, we aim to use only the cookies we need and to be open and clear about how they work.

Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which automatically places essential cookies to make the site load and function correctly. We also use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to help us understand how people use the website, but this only runs if you give consent via our cookie banner.

We do not use advertising cookies, behavioural tracking, or any form of commercial analytics.

1) What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember information such as preferences or how you use the site. Some cookies are essential for the site to function; others help us understand how the site is used so we can improve it.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)

  • Persistent cookies (stay on your device until they expire or you delete them)

2) What Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies (Always Active)

Squarespace places necessary cookies that help with:

  • Website security

  • Page loading and performance

  • Navigating between pages

  • Ensuring the site displays correctly on your device

These cookies do not store personal information and cannot be switched off.

B. Analytics Cookies (Optional)

If you accept analytics cookies, we use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect anonymised information such as:

  • Which pages people visit

  • How long people stay on the site

  • The device and browser being used

  • General engagement patterns

GA4 does not collect identifiable personal information or IP addresses.

We use this anonymous information to make improvements over time and understand what parts of the site members find most useful.

C. Third‑Party Cookies

Our website includes a Google Shared Calendar to display event dates. Google may set its own cookies through this embed for technical reasons.

We also provide a link to our Facebook page, which does not set cookies until you leave our site and visit Facebook.

2) Managing Your Cookies

You can:

  • Accept or decline optional cookies using our cookie banner

  • Change your browser settings to block or delete cookies

  • Use “private” or “incognito” mode if preferred

If you block essential cookies, some website features may not work properly.

3) Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes to our website or cookie usage. The date at the top will show when it was last updated.

4) Contact Us

For questions about cookies or any website concerns, please contact us at Aberdeen Bowling Club:
Email: info@aberdeenbowlingclub.com

Downloadable Version of ‘Aberdeen Bowling Club Cookies Policy’ (PDF)