INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy (“Policy”) demonstrates the commitment of Gymersion (referred to as “Gymersion,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) to the security and privacy of information collected from users, who are the owners of their personal data (“Data Subject,” “User,” or “you”), and to help you make informed decisions about your privacy.

This Policy clarifies the general conditions for collection, use, storage, and other forms of processing of cookies and similar technologies on our website gymersion.com (“Website”), in compliance with applicable Portuguese and European Union data protection legislation, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Regulation (EU) 2016/679
• ePrivacy Directive – Directive 2002/58/EC
• Portuguese Data Protection Law – Lei n.º 58/2019
• Portuguese Electronic Communications Law – Lei n.º 41/2004

In this policy, we use the term “cookies” to refer to cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other similar tracking technologies.

CONTACT FOR COOKIE MATTERS

For questions or concerns about cookies and tracking technologies, please use the contact form on our website.

YOUR CONSENT

By using our Website, you freely, informedly, unequivocally, expressly, and fully consent to this Policy.

By continuing to visit the Website or use our services, you agree to the use of cookies and similar technologies for the purposes specifically described in this policy.

We recommend careful reading of this document.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Does the Website Use Cookies?
2. What is a Cookie?
3. When Does the Website Use Cookies?
4. What Types of Cookies Does the Website Use?
5. What Are Cookies Used For?
6. Cookie Categories and Details
7. Cookie Control and Management
8. How to Disable or Remove Cookies
9. Third-Party Cookies
10. Changes to Cookie Policy
11. Contact Information

1. DOES THE WEBSITE USE COOKIES?

Yes, we use cookies and similar technologies so that those who access the Website have the best possible experience.

Cookies help us:

• Recognize you when you return to the site
• Remember your preferences
• Provide personalized content
• Analyze how the site is used
• Improve our services
• Display relevant content and advertising

2. WHAT IS A COOKIE?

A cookie is a small text file stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit websites. Cookies allow websites to:

• Remember your actions and preferences (such as language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time
• Recognize your device when you return to the site
• Improve your user experience by avoiding repetitive tasks
• Analyze traffic patterns to enhance website performance
• Enable certain features that wouldn’t work without cookies

Cookies do not typically contain personal information that directly identifies you, but they can be linked to your device and, when combined with other information, may become personal data under GDPR.

3. WHEN DOES THE WEBSITE USE COOKIES?

Cookies are used from the moment you access the Website. Therefore, all browsers that visit gymersion.com will receive our cookies (subject to your cookie preferences and consent).

4. WHAT TYPES OF COOKIES DOES THE WEBSITE USE?

We use two main types of cookies based on duration:

4.1 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and help us recognize you when you return to the Website. They:

• Remember your login information (if you chose to stay logged in)
• Store your preferences and settings
• Provide a personalized experience on return visits
• Last for varying periods (from days to years, depending on the cookie)

4.2 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser. They:

• Help you navigate the website efficiently
• Remember information you’ve entered during your browsing session
• Enable security features
• Are deleted automatically when you close your browser

5. WHAT ARE COOKIES USED FOR?

Cookies can be used to:

5.1 Recognition and Authentication

• Recognize you when you access the Website
• Allow you to stay logged in (if applicable)
• Provide secure access to restricted areas

5.2 Preferences and Personalization

• Store your preferences and settings
• Remember language and display preferences
• Provide a personalized experience based on your interests

5.3 Performance and Analytics

• Analyze how visitors use the Website
• Understand which pages are most popular
• Identify technical issues
• Improve website functionality

5.4 Functionality

• Enable video playback
• Enable commenting features (if available)
• Support social sharing features
• Provide chat functionality (if available)

5.5 Marketing and Advertising

• Display relevant advertisements
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Prevent repetitive ads
• Support remarketing campaigns

Important: If you limit or disable cookies, you may not have the full experience we’ve designed for you, as there will be no personalization, and certain features may not function properly.

6. COOKIE CATEGORIES AND DETAILS

We categorize cookies based on their purpose and provide details about specific cookies we use:

6.1 STRICTLY NECESSARY COOKIES

These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.

Purpose:

• Enable basic website features
• Secure user authentication
• Remember cookie consent choices
• Maintain security
• Enable core functionality

You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are strictly necessary for the site to work.

6.2 FUNCTIONAL COOKIES

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Purpose:

• Remember your preferences
• Provide personalized features
• Enable social sharing
• Support commenting (if enabled)

You can opt out of these cookies, but some features may not work properly.

6.3 ANALYTICS COOKIES

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.

Purpose:

• Analyze user behavior
• Understand traffic patterns
• Improve website performance
• Measure content effectiveness

You can opt out of analytics cookies without affecting core functionality.

6.4 MARKETING/ADVERTISING COOKIES

These cookies track your activity across websites to deliver relevant advertising.

Purpose:

• Display personalized ads
• Measure ad effectiveness
• Prevent repetitive ads
• Support remarketing

You can opt out of advertising cookies without affecting core functionality.

6.5 THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

We use services from trusted third parties that may set their own cookies:

Google Services:

• Google Analytics (analytics)
• Google Ads (advertising)
• YouTube (embedded videos)
• Google Fonts (typography)

Social Media:

• Facebook (social sharing, pixels)
• Instagram (embedded content)
• Twitter/X (social sharing)

Each third party has its own privacy policy and cookie policy, which we recommend you review.

7. COOKIE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT

7.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Website, you’ll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

7.2 Managing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time:

• Use the cookie settings tool on our website
• Clear cookies through your browser settings
• Use opt-out tools provided by advertising networks

7.3 Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you disable certain cookies, you may experience:

• Reduced personalization
• Some features may not function properly
• You may need to log in repeatedly
• Preferences won’t be remembered
• Less relevant advertising

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they’re necessary for the site to function.

8. HOW TO DISABLE OR REMOVE COOKIES

If you don’t want your information collected through cookies, you can:

8.1 Browser Settings

Each browser has different settings for managing cookies. Here’s how to access cookie settings in major browsers:

Google Chrome:

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings
2. Click “Privacy and security” → “Cookies and other site data”
3. Choose your preferred cookie settings
4. Detailed instructions: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Click the menu button → Settings
2. Select “Privacy & Security” panel
3. Under “Cookies and Site Data,” adjust settings
4. Detailed instructions: https://support.mozilla.org/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop

Safari (Desktop):

1. Click Safari menu → Preferences
2. Click Privacy tab
3. Adjust cookie settings
4. Detailed instructions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac

Safari (Mobile – iPhone/iPad):

1. Open Settings → Safari
2. Scroll to “Privacy & Security”
3. Toggle “Block All Cookies”
4. Detailed instructions: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265

Microsoft Edge:

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings
2. Select “Privacy, search, and services”
3. Under “Cookies and site permissions,” adjust settings
4. Detailed instructions: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09

Opera:

1. Click the Opera menu → Settings
2. Select “Privacy & security”
3. Under “Cookies and site data,” adjust settings
4. Detailed instructions: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies

Brave:

1. Click the menu → Settings
2. Select “Privacy and security”
3. Click “Cookies and other site data”
4. Adjust your preferences

8.2 Important Notes About Browser Cookie Management

If you delete mandatory and essential cookies (by changing cookies directly in your browser), some Website features may not work correctly, and the Website may not remember which cookies you’ve disabled on your next visit.

For example, if you disable the cookie that identifies the user, you’ll need to re-enable cookies or reconfigure preferences on each visit.

9. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

9.1 Third-Party Cookie Policies

Third-party services we use may set their own cookies. We recommend reviewing their cookie policies:

Google Services:

• Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Terms of Service: https://policies.google.com/terms
• YouTube Terms of Service: https://www.youtube.com/t/terms

Social Media Platforms:

• Facebook Cookie Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/
• Instagram Data Policy: https://help.instagram.com/privacy/
• Twitter/X Cookie Policy: https://twitter.com/en/privacy

9.2 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of third-party advertising cookies using these tools:

European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance:

• Your Online Choices: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/

Network Advertising Initiative:

• NAI Opt-Out: http://optout.networkadvertising.org/

Digital Advertising Alliance:

• DAA Opt-Out: http://optout.aboutads.info/

Google Ads Settings:

• Ads Personalization: https://adssettings.google.com/

Google Analytics Opt-Out:

• Browser Add-On: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

10. CHANGES TO COOKIE POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in technology
• Changes in applicable laws
• Changes in our cookie usage
• Improvements to our services

When we make changes:

• Significant changes will be prominently communicated on our Website
• We may notify you via email (if you’ve subscribed)
• The “Last Updated” date at the top will be revised
• Continued use of the Website after changes indicates acceptance

We recommend checking this page periodically for updates.

11. CONTACT INFORMATION

11.1 Questions About Cookies

If you have questions or believe your concerns haven’t been addressed in this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Gymersion Fitness Blog
Website: gymersion.com
Location: Portugal
Contact: Use the contact form on our website

11.2 Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection supervisory authority:

Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD)
Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados
Address: Av. D. Carlos I, 134, 1º, 1200-651 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone: +351 21 392 84 00
Email: geral@cnpd.pt
Website: https://www.cnpd.pt

YOUR RIGHTS

Under GDPR and Portuguese data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access information about cookies and data collected
• Object to certain types of cookie processing
• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
• Request deletion of data collected through cookies (where technically feasible)
• Lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please use our contact form or adjust your cookie preferences through the cookie consent tool on our website.

Last Updated: January 21, 2026
Version: 1.0

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