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This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how SOMA Club uses them on somaclub.co.uk, and the choices you have regarding their use. We are committed to being transparent about how we use technology to collect data about you.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners. Cookies cannot run programmes or deliver viruses to your device.
SOMA Club uses cookies for the following purposes:
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They do not collect any personally identifiable information and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling in a form.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session while using the site or booking system | Session |
| csrf_token | Security cookie to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website — for example, which pages are most visited and how long people spend on the site. This helps us improve the website experience. Analytics data is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages — for example, the GymFlow booking platform.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| gymflow_* | GymFlow | Supports the class booking and membership portal embedded on our site | Varies |
Some pages on our website may embed content from or link to third-party services, including:
We do not control these third-party cookies and cannot be held responsible for them. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party sites you visit.
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Most web browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. You can usually find these settings in the "Options", "Preferences", or "Settings" menu of your browser. Please note that restricting cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of our website.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Where a cookie consent tool is present on our website, you can update your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer.
Some cookies may collect personal data (such as an IP address). Where this is the case, such data is processed in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. SOMA Club acts as the data controller for cookies set directly by us. For third-party cookies, the relevant third party is the data controller.
We do not sell or share your personal data collected via cookies with any third parties for their own marketing purposes.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at hello@somaclub.co.uk or write to us at Unit 5, Bourton Link, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2HQ.