Cookie Policy

This policy explains what cookies are, which types of cookies are used on the https://built4padel.com website and how you can manage your preferences. Portuguese law (Law No. 46/2012, which implements the European “cookie” directive) requires us to inform users clearly about the cookies we use and to allow them to give or refuse their consent.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. These files allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your browsing, such as preferences or pages visited. Cookies can be temporary (only during the browsing session) or persistent (remain on the device for a defined period).

2. Why do we use cookies?

 

We use cookies to ensure the basic functioning of the website, improve the user experience and collect anonymous statistics. In line with best practice guidelines, we inform users about the types of cookies we use and their purposes.

3. Types of cookies used

  • Strictly necessary cookies: essential for the website to function properly (for example, they allow you to navigate between pages and access secure areas). These cookies do not collect information that identifies you.

  • Performance/analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors use the site by providing information on the most visited pages and any errors. We use Google Tag Manager/Google Analytics, which may set cookies such as _ga and _gid to measure visits and improve site performance. These cookies can remain on your device for periods ranging from 24 hours up to 2 years.

  • Functionality cookies: store user preferences (for example, language) to provide a more personalised experience on future visits.

  • Marketing cookies: used to display relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of remarketing campaigns. Our site uses the Meta Pixel (Facebook) for these purposes. Cookies such as _fbp and fr may be set to identify visitors, measure conversions and present personalised ads; these cookies typically have a duration of around 90 days. These cookies are only installed with your consent.

4. Third‑party cookies

The third‑party services we use – Google Tag Manager/Analytics for analytics and Meta Pixel for advertising – may set their own cookies on your device. These cookies collect anonymous information about how you browse the site or interact with advertising. We do not directly control these cookies; we recommend that you consult the privacy policies of Google and Meta for more details. Marketing cookies will only be activated after you give your consent through the cookie banner.

5. Consent and cookie management

When you visit our site for the first time, a cookie banner is displayed. Strictly necessary cookies are installed automatically to ensure the site functions correctly. The remaining categories (analytics, functionality and marketing) will only be installed if you choose to accept them. You can change your preferences at any time via the cookie management banner or by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies.

6. Changes to this policy

This policy may be updated to reflect changes in legislation or in our practices. Any changes will be published on this page with the respective revision date.

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Last updated: 1 August 2025