Pinsight Golf Limited

Last Updated: January 2026

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1. Introduction

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This Cookie Policy explains how Pinsight Golf Limited ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (www.pinsightgolf.co.uk).

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This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides more detail about how we collect and use personal data.

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What are cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them.

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2. Why We Use Cookies

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We use cookies to ensure our website functions properly, remember your cookie preferences, understand how visitors use our website, improve website performance and user experience, and analyze which content is most valuable to our visitors.

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3. Types of Cookies We Use

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3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

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Purpose: Essential for website operation
Consent Required: No (exempt under PECR)
Can be disabled: No

 

These cookies are essential for our website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as remembering your cookie consent preferences, maintaining security and preventing fraud, and enabling basic navigation.

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Cookies Used: We use a cookie called "cookie_consent" which stores your cookie preferences and expires after 12 months. We also use "session_id" which maintains your session during your visit and expires when you close your browser.

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3.2 Analytics Cookies (Performance Cookies)

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Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website
Consent Required: Yes
Can be disabled: Yes

 

These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and whether you receive error messages. This helps us improve website performance.

Third-Party Service: Google Analytics

 

Google Analytics collects anonymous information about pages visited and time spent on each page, how you arrived at our website, your approximate geographic location at country and city level, your device and browser type, and user interactions and behavior patterns.

 

Cookies Used: Google Analytics uses several cookies including "_ga" which distinguishes unique visitors and expires after 2 years, "ga[container-id]" which maintains session state and expires after 2 years, "_gid" which distinguishes users and expires after 24 hours, and "_gat" which throttles request rate and expires after 1 minute.

 

Data Processing: Google Analytics data is anonymized using IP anonymization. Google is a data processor operating under Standard Contractual Clauses for international data transfers.

 

Google's Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy

 

Google Analytics Opt-Out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

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3.3 Functionality Cookies

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Purpose: Remember your preferences
Consent Required: Yes (if not strictly necessary)
Can be disabled: Yes

 

We currently do not use functionality cookies beyond those strictly necessary. If we implement features like saved preferences, language selection, or personalization, we will update this policy.

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3.4 Marketing/Targeting Cookies

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Status: Not currently used

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We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If we implement remarketing, social media integration, or third-party advertising in the future, we will:

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• Update this Cookie Policy

• Obtain your explicit consent

• Provide opt-out mechanisms

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4. Third-Party Cookies

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When you visit our website, you may receive cookies from third parties:

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Current Third-Party Cookies:

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Google Analytics

• Provider: Google LLC

• Purpose: Website analytics

• Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy

• Opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

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[Add any other third parties, e.g.]

LinkedIn (if embedded content/buttons)

• Provider: LinkedIn Corporation

• Purpose: Social media integration

• Privacy Policy: linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy

• Control: LinkedIn account settings

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YouTube (if embedded videos)

• Provider: Google LLC

• Purpose: Video hosting

• Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy

• Note: We use privacy-enhanced mode where possible

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5. How to Manage Cookies

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You have several options for managing cookies:

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5.1 Our Cookie Banner

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When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.

Change Your Preferences: Click "Cookie Preferences" in the footer at any time to modify your choices.

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5.2 Browser Settings

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You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Safari (iOS): Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies

Chrome (Android): Settings → Site settings → Cookies

Disable All Cookies:
Most browsers allow you to refuse all cookies. However, this may affect website functionality.

Learn more about cookies: aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org

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5.3 Analytics Opt-Out

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Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Alternative: Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser (note: not all websites honor this setting).

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6. Cookie Lifespan

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Session Cookies:
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies:
Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

Cookie NameTypeLifespanProvider

cookie_consentStrictly Necessary12 monthsPinsight Golf

session_idStrictly NecessarySessionPinsight Golf

_gaAnalytics2 yearsGoogle

ga[ID]Analytics2 yearsGoogle

_gidAnalytics24 hoursGoogle

_gatAnalytics1 minuteGoogle

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7. Cookies and Personal Data

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Some cookies may collect or process personal data such as IP addresses. Where this occurs, the collection is governed by our Privacy Policy, data is processed under UK GDPR, and you have rights regarding your personal data as detailed in our Privacy Policy.

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Your Rights: You can access cookie data linked to you, request deletion of cookie data, object to cookie processing, and withdraw consent at any time.

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8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

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If you disable all cookies: You can still browse our website and read content and information. However, some features may not work properly, we cannot remember your preferences, and contact forms may not function correctly.

If you disable analytics cookies: Full website functionality is maintained, but we cannot measure website performance or understand user behavior to make improvements.

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9. Other Tracking Technologies

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In addition to cookies, we may use:

 

Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small invisible images used to track email opens and website visits. Currently not used, but may be implemented for email marketing analytics in the future.

 

Local Storage: Browser storage for cached data and preferences. Used for storing non-personal data like display preferences.

 

Server Logs: Our web server automatically collects IP addresses (anonymized), request timestamps, URLs accessed, referrer information, and browser/device information. This data is used for security, technical troubleshooting, and performance monitoring.

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10. Updates to This Policy

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We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in cookie usage, new features or functionality, legal or regulatory requirements, and technology updates.

How we notify you: We update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy, provide website notifications for significant changes, and send email notifications to clients for material changes. We recommend checking this policy periodically.

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11. Legal Compliance

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This Cookie Policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003, Data Protection Act 2018, ePrivacy Directive, and guidance from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

ICO Guidance: ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-pecr/cookies-and-similar-technologies/

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12. Contact Us

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Questions about cookies or this policy:

Iain Chadwick
Pinsight Golf Limited
Email: info@pinsightgolf.co.uk
Address: [Registered Address]

Data Protection Complaints: If you have concerns about how we use cookies or handle your data, please contact us first. If you remain dissatisfied, you can contact:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113
Helpline: ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint

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13. Consent Management

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How we obtain consent: We display a clear cookie banner on first visit with plain language explanation of cookie types. We provide granular control over cookie categories with easy-to-find preference management. All consent is logged with timestamp for our records.

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Your consent: Your consent is freely given with no bundled consent requirements. It is specific to each cookie category and informed through clear explanations. Consent is unambiguous, requiring positive action, and can be withdrawn at any time.

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Consent records: We maintain records of when you gave consent, what you consented to, how consent was obtained, and when consent was withdrawn if applicable.

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14. Children's Privacy

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Our website is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from minors without appropriate consent.

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15. International Visitors

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Our website is primarily intended for UK visitors. If you access our website from outside the UK, cookies are set according to this policy. Data may be transferred internationally with appropriate safeguards implemented as described in our Privacy Policy. Local laws may provide additional rights beyond those described here.

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Appendix: Technical Cookie Details

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Cookie: cookie_consent

Name: cookie_consent
Purpose: Stores your cookie preferences
Type: Strictly Necessary (First-party)
Category: Essential
Lifespan: 12 months
Data Stored: JSON object with consent preferences
Example: {"necessary":true,"analytics":true,"marketing":false}

 

Cookie: _ga

Name: _ga
Purpose: Distinguishes unique users
Type: Analytics (Third-party - Google)
Category: Performance
Lifespan: 2 years
Data Stored: Randomly generated identifier
Example: GA1.2.1234567890.1234567890
Provider: Google Analytics

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Cookie: _gid

Name: _gid
Purpose: Distinguishes users for 24-hour period
Type: Analytics (Third-party - Google)
Category: Performance
Lifespan: 24 hours
Data Stored: Randomly generated identifier
Provider: Google Analytics

Effective Date: [INSERT DATE]
Version: 1.0

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END OF COOKIE POLICY